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Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

31 West Carrillo Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
Preferred Partner Boutique
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About the Hotel

7.9 Average Rating
The Kimpton Canary Hotel sits at the heart of Santa Barbara, a city that somehow manages to feel both laid-back and genuinely sophisticated. Recently renovated, the hotel strikes a balance between California comfort and polished design, with its standout feature being a rooftop pool that looks out over the terracotta rooftops and toward the Pacific. It's the kind of spot where you can sit with a glass of Central Coast wine at golden hour and feel like you've got the whole city figured out. State Street's shops and restaurants are a five-minute walk, Stearns Wharf is just over a mile away, and Paseo Nuevo's shopping is practically at the front door. Rooms are dressed in crisp white linens and kept deliberately calm — a flat-screen TV, a yoga mat, quality bath amenities, robes, and a well-stocked honor bar with gourmet snacks cover everything you might want without the clutter. The bathrooms are private and properly appointed, and the free WiFi is fast enough to actually work. The 24-hour front desk means there's always someone around, and same-day dry cleaning keeps things practical for longer stays or business travelers. The on-site restaurant, Finch & Fork, is worth mentioning on its own merits. The kitchen leans heavily on local farmer's market produce and fresh seafood, and the wine list draws from the surrounding Central Coast region, which produces some genuinely impressive bottles. Guests also get access to a complimentary evening wine hour and morning coffee and snacks — small touches that add up to make the hotel feel more like a well-run home base than just a place to sleep.

Accommodations

15 Types Available

Essential Room

300 m² 2

Essential King Room with Juliet Balcony

300 m² 2

King Room

320 m² 2

Amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Parking
  • Internet
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar

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