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The property was well updated, the onsite restaurant was good but the staff really stood out and made the stay excellent (especially the valet staff).

Doesn't feel very luxurious at all for a four star hotel. Very disappointed

Horrible. Booked a 2 day trip to this place and we checked out after 1 night. It was under renovations, pool/ jacuzzi was closed I asked for balcony and I got a juliet balcony. What is that anyway a door with a rail. I want a balcony. The worst thing of it all is that they are still charging $866 a night with all taxes. That seems like taking advantage of people, because you don't get your monies worth. No R and R by the pool, not good for business. I would like to come back another time when there is no construction and pool with bar is all done, because it is a nice place, when they got there stuff together.

Great room, really friendly staff, nice pool and hot tub, and great location!

The service was excellent! They accommodated all our requests and needs!

Staff was incredibly helpful. We came with a baby and they did everything they could to make our stay as easy as possible.

Great location and very well decorated...rooftop pool is a PLUS!

Nice hotel great staff great food great service and friendly to all guests

The Canary is the perfect base of operations for Santa Barbara Wine tours and fine dining. It is a lovely hotel, with a great staff!

I really wanted to give this hotel a good review but I honestly can't. Here are the issues I had with my stay: The mini bar wasn't cleaned up from the previous guests. The room they gave us was next to the elevator after we specifically requested a room away from the elevators when booking the room a month earlier. When calling Guest Services, they are not always available and will let the phone ring and ring-- no way to leave a message and no call-backs. Housekeeping left our room before they were done servicing it and never came back. We asked the front desk to have them return and they never did. For a 4-star hotel none of these issues should have occurred. A cleaned room, serviced minibar, simple room requests and being able to reach a hotel employee by phone are basic givens at any hotel- I don't know why I had to chase these things down. However, I will say that the valet/bellmen team were on point, as were the staff at Finch and Fork restaurant.

Great location and experience! If you're looking for a bargain, forget it. This is an upscale hotel with very nice rooms and a roof top bar that is awesome! It's a must see and do!!

Overpriced for what it offers. Staff are lovely but the facilities are run down and outdated.

Short walk to the Public Market which has a great wine bar.

The Canary Hotel was wonderful. My sister and I went to Santa Barbara for our birthday. Everyone was nice. I can't complain about anything. Loved it. Very beautiful rooftop.

Very friendly and accommodating staff. Great location. $700 per night? Not sure it is worth that

Room too small and noisey.-- also dated. Way overpriced

We had a great experience at the Canary Hotel. It's tucked away in the historic center of Santa Barbara. We walked everywhere and loved everything about the hotel and the surroundings. Wine every evening from 5:00 till 6:00 in the lovely lobby. Hot coffee every morning from 5:00 am. The restaurant is nice; nice bar area; fantastic staff who could not have been more helpful and attentive. Our room was large and very comfortable and the sheets and bed linens are perfect. It was a spectacular stay. The rooftop was so nice and all very relaxing. Next time (and we are planning to return) we'll stay longer than 2 days. Santa Barbara is beautiful, as is so much of Southern California.

Great staff, rooms, service, and atmosphere. Loved the rooftop pool/bar.

W Carrillo St Santa Barbara CA

Hotel highlights

  • Onsite dining
  • Outdoor pool
  • Health club
  • Rooftop terrace

Located in Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel is adjacent to Paseo Nuevo Mall and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Lobero Theater. This 97-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a gym.


Dining

This hotel is home to a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Satisfy your hunger from the comfort of your room with room service. For your convenience, a full breakfast is served for a fee on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.


Rooms

Guests can expect WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Pillowtop beds sport Frette Italian sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. IPod docks, minibars, and laptop-compatible safes are also available.


Property features

At Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and a rooftop terrace. Valet parking is available for USD 48.00 per night. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center.

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Balcony (Juliet Balcony)

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Mobility, Access Tub, Juliet Balcony)

1 King Bed | Sleeps 2

Guest reviews for Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel

Everyone (11) Couples (9) Business (1) Family (4) Other (1) Friends (1)
5
Partner Couples

The property was well updated, the onsite restaurant was good but the staff really stood out and made the stay excellent (especially the valet staff).

By on Jan 16, 2024

Review comment responded on Jan 16, 2024

Hello Eric! Thank you for choosing to stay at the Kimpton Canary. We appreciate your feedback and we are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We will definitely give the valet team kudos on your behalf. We hope to see you back again.

3
Family with small children

Doesn't feel very luxurious at all for a four star hotel. Very disappointed

By on Sep 25, 2023

Review comment responded on Sep 28, 2023

Hello Corinna! Thank you for choosing to stay at the Kimpton Canary. We are sorry that your stay was disappointing. We will share your experience with that team and work hard to make improvements. We hope you give us another chance.

1
Family

By on Nov 7, 2022

Review comment responded on Nov 9, 2022

We are sorry you did not enjoy your stay and are actively working to improve our service. We hope you will give us another chance in the future.

4
Everyone

By on Sep 25, 2022

2
Partner Couples

Horrible. Booked a 2 day trip to this place and we checked out after 1 night. It was under renovations, pool/ jacuzzi was closed I asked for balcony and I got a juliet balcony. What is that anyway a door with a rail. I want a balcony. The worst thing of it all is that they are still charging $866 a night with all taxes. That seems like taking advantage of people, because you don't get your monies worth. No R and R by the pool, not good for business. I would like to come back another time when there is no construction and pool with bar is all done, because it is a nice place, when they got there stuff together.

By on Apr 12, 2022

5
Partner Couples

Great room, really friendly staff, nice pool and hot tub, and great location!

By on Feb 12, 2020

Review comment responded on Feb 12, 2020

Thank you for the Great Review! We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay!

5
Family Family

The service was excellent! They accommodated all our requests and needs!

By on Jun 17, 2019

Review comment responded on Jul 15, 2019

Thank you so much for the great feedback!

5
Family with small children

Staff was incredibly helpful. We came with a baby and they did everything they could to make our stay as easy as possible.

By on Jun 12, 2019

Review comment responded on Jul 13, 2019

Glad your stay was smooth and easy. We will share you words with our staff and it will make them happy.

5
Friends

Great location and very well decorated...rooftop pool is a PLUS!

By , from Chicago on May 22, 2019

Review comment responded on Jul 12, 2019

Thanks for your rating and review. Hope you enjoyed your stay!

5
Everyone

Nice hotel great staff great food great service and friendly to all guests

By on Nov 15, 2018

Review comment responded on Nov 19, 2018

So many "Greats" love it!. your home away from home will be here for you. See you soon!

Kimpton Canary Hotel, an IHG Hotel

31 W Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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