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Hyatt Santa Barbara

3.5 of 5
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (Formerly Hotel Mar Monte)
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Hyatt Santa Barbara
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Philadelphia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

I struggled between 3 and 4 here and ultimately wish I could do 3.5 I traveled here with my mother mid-week for a last minute getaway. We initially booked one night but then I later added a night using points. I verified at least three times that we would be able to stay in the same room with the front... More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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9 reviews 9 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

My son book the room for us using his Platinum status. He called ahead of time to guarantee a suite He can do it 4 time a year. When I checked in, I was told that there were no suites. I asked for a room facing the ocean. They gave me a room facing the parking lot. They had rooms... More

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mosinee
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Nice place but old. I was shocked with a window type air-conditioner on our very expensive room. Bathroom was smallish and again old school. Nothing seems to have been up-dated since 1940 One would think plumbing wouldn't be that hard to make a little modern? Restaurant for breakfast was very good and they certainly give you plenty to eat. The... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Finding a good vacation spot in Santa-Barbara is a challenge, usually you'll have to make a compromise between location, price and room quality. However the Hyatt in Santa Barbara, although not cheap is a great value. The staff is excellent and service is quick and attentive. The location is right across from the ocean (you have to cross the major... More

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NJ
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64 reviews 64 reviews
42 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
90 helpful votes 90 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

It's beautiful! We had a high floor oceanfront rooms with balcony overlooking the ocean. Yes there was a street between us and the ocean. But you had a wonderful view and could hear the waves at night. The sliding glass door and a screen and it was a wonderful place to sit and have cocktails (wine we bought at Napa)... More

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Jeff L, Manager at Hyatt Santa Barbara, responded to this review
4 May 2013

Thank you for sharing your thoughts from your most recent stay with us. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed one of our ocean view rooms and were truly able to enjoy the beaches and scenery of Santa Barbara. We appreciate when a specific individual is mentioned by name, and will gladly share your comments with them. I look forward... More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Just an average Hotel not the Hyatt I imagined. Staff was a nice group of young kids. Room was clean. This hotel is just average and I had expected a little more for the money I spent. Usually Hyatts standards are above and beyond but not this one. I think everything in this town is overpriced but I paid the... More

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Lynnfield
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13 reviews 13 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

This is a very nice hotel with a good location opposite the beach. It is not within walking distance of State St. nor the wharf (unless you like long distance walking), but parking is very easy in both of those locations. It is a beautiful walk along the long beach with a few places to eat along the way. The... More

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Jeff L, Manager at Hyatt Santa Barbara, responded to this review
4 May 2013

Greetings from Santa Barbara! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with some feedback from your most recent stay. I'm glad you enjoyed our hotel and city of Santa Barbara. We hope to see you again on your next trip in. More

San Francisco, California
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36 reviews 36 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
73 helpful votes 73 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

I came here directly from the JW Marriott in LA, so was steeped in the expectation of plush hotel comfort. I was not expecting what I found at the Hyatt Santa Barbara, but I quickly came to love it! They bought this hotel a couple of years ago (it used to be the Hotel Mar Monte, which was well reviewed... More

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Jeff L, Manager at Hyatt Santa Barbara, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Greetings from Santa Barbara. Thank you for taking the time to provide us with a little feedback from your most recent stay. I'm truly delighted that you enjoyed the staff and our hotel while in Santa Barbara. As you know, we are a historic property and really try to embrace all the wonderful things that come along with our type... More

Sunnyvale, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

This place is nice but it all depends the room you are assigned. However, I still think it is too much for what you get. It is a little far from the SB downtowm so you have to diver or take a taxi. It is not a walking distance hotel. The service is nice, everyone is very welcoming. However, this... More

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Jeff L, Manager at Hyatt Santa Barbara, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Greetings from Santa Barbara. We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for providing us with some comments from your most recent stay with us. We do offer a variety of different room types, as well as view options to choose from. I hope that you think of the Hyatt Santa Barbara on your next trip back to the area. More

Long Beach, California
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We stayed here for 2 nights over spring break 2013. The hotel is next door to the zoo which is nice because you can walk to the zoo. I love the fact that there is a lounge/bar so after a long day the kids watched TV in the room and my husband & I went downstairs for drinks. The room... More

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Jeff L, Manager at Hyatt Santa Barbara, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Thank you for the useful information you provided from your most recent review. We are very fortunate to have our location directly across the street from the beach, and with in walking distance to the Santa Barbara Zoo and other local attractions. We look forward to seeing you again when your travels bring you back to Santa Barbara. More

 
 
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Additional Information about Hyatt Santa Barbara

Also Known As:
Hyatt Santa Barbara Hotel
Hyatt Santa Barbara Hotel Santa Barbara
Mar Monte Santa Barbara
Mar Monte Hotel
Hotel Mar Monte
Address: 1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 (Formerly Hotel Mar Monte)
Region: United States > California > Santa Barbara
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Centre Fitness Centre Pets Allowed Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#5 On the Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara
#8 Business Hotels in Santa Barbara
#17 Family Hotels in Santa Barbara
Price range (per night): RM650 - 1,685
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Discover one of the finest hotels in Santa Barbara, California when you stay at Hyatt Santa Barbara. Built in 1931, our historic hotel welcomes guests with its casual elegance and first-rate service.Detailed with a fusion of Spanish Colonial architecture blended with modern conveniences, Hyatt Santa Barbara is a shining gateway to the City of Santa Barbara, also known as the American Riviera.Discover 171 comfortably-appointed guestrooms, a perfect home base for both leisure and business travelers. Enjoy the warm California sunshine in our heated outdoor pool and therapy OLEASTRO SPA, work off stress in the spacious fitness center, or enjoy happy hour at Bistro 1111 Restaurant, serving American cuisine with California flair. A 100% smoke-free hotel, Hyatt Santa Barbara also offers amenities like in-room dining, valet and self-parking, valet laundry service, and a business center.With 10,000 square feet of flexible and unique meeting space, offering exquisite culinary selections and the latest in technology, Hyatt Santa Barbara is ideal for your next corporate event. ... more   less 
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