We have stayed at several hotels in the area and so far this is the best. For the location and the price, it is going to be hard to beat. We enjoyed our spacious room, being able to bring our dog, the filtered water in the fitness center, and the free daily breakfast. The location is perfect for us to be close to our daughter at UCSB, downtown Santa Barbara and local beaches. The neighborhood has the old town vibe and is very safe. We enjoyed walking to get coffee, donuts and dinner. Next time we stay here I will ask for a 3rd floor room because it was very noisy at night and hard to sleep at times. Staff was helpful but not exactly "friendly".