Fess Parkers Doubletree Resort, Santa Barbara, Beach

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5th

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Fess Parkers Doubletree Resort	Average Price: $368 Check Rates

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633 East Cabrillo Boulevard

Santa Barbara, 93103 View map

3-Star Hotel Rank: 2 of 33
Average review rating: 3.79

OpinionWell Value Index: 4

Traveler reviews analyzed: BedBugRegistry (3) , Expedia (55) , Travelocity (13) , TripAdvisor (571) , YahooTravel (18)

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Construction:	No recent comments about construction were found.
Noise:	Recent comments complained about noise.
Room Smell:	Recent comments complained about room smell.
Parking Fees:	No recent comments about parking fees were found.
Bed Bugs:	No recent comments about bed bugs were found.

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1. You can walk across the street and walk a mile or more down a beautiful beach, and most of the keen places in town are just blocks away.

"Pretty Nice " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/15/2012 Vote

2. During the three days we were there, the parking system did not work at all - they charged $18/day for parking which anyone on the beach could have parked for free.

"Decayed Elegance " Read full review on TripAdvisor 5/7/2012 Vote

3. a great place for an inexpensive beach front breakfast or lunch.

"Such a relaxing ocean front stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/30/2012 Vote

4. A great, short walk down the beach to the south brings you to the Santa Barbara Bath House.

"Such a relaxing ocean front stay " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/30/2012 Vote

5. They are wild about the beach, the fun family bicycles and the wharf.

"Unbeatable location & great for families " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/13/2012 Vote

6. We loved the convenience of the hotel, being next to the beach and the ammenities it offered were great, although we didn't have a chance to take advantage of them.

"Great hotel " Read full review on TripAdvisor 3/1/2012 Vote

7. The Hotel location is perfect for beach, downtown, and resturants.

"Great location, Furnishings are looking a little tired. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 1/23/2012 Vote

8. The location and grounds of this property are exceptional- across the street from the beach yet a few blocks down from the pier for more peace and quiet.

"Beautiful property across from the beach " Read full review on TripAdvisor 12/10/2011 Vote

9. This was a beautiful property right across from the beach.

"Perfect complement to perfect location. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 11/9/2011 Vote

10. Really enjoyed my stay here, close to the beach, lovely pool and great service.

"Very good resort and service. " Read full review on TripAdvisor 10/10/2011 Vote