Rate based on Check-in: May 27, 2013 Check-out: May 28, 2013

Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

4 stars
633 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.9
out of 5
83 reviews
Long Weekend Get Away!

We are a family of 5 and we loved this hotel! Great location, pool, staff was excellent! Walking... See full review

  • AndyD
  • Feb 20, 2012
All of the comforts

The weather wasn't great so I was glad to have such a comfortable room. the hotel has a great... See full review

  • Sally FNP
  • Mar 9, 2013
Luxurious East Beach resort with spa, views, access to vineyard tours
Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara is a pet-friendly, 24-acre Spanish Colonial-style property. The late Parker portrayed TV frontiersmen Davy Crockett and Daniel Boone in the '50s and '60s and later moved into developing luxury resorts and the winery business. Guests can walk to downtown. Comfortable rooms and suites overlook mountain, garden, or ocean views. Guests can dine, play and be pampered on-site. Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara offers opportunities to swim, work out, indulge at the spa, and more.
Highlights
  • Free Santa Barbara Airport and Amtrak pick-up
  • Shuttle to downtown attractions
  • Supervised kids' programs
  • Fitness center with personal training and Precor equipment
Rooms
Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara boasts 360 rooms and suites. Rooms include a chocolate-chip cookie at check-in, two queens or one king bed, a patio or balcony, a coffee-maker, a mini-bar, a desk, high-speed Internet (fees apply), MP3/CD player connectivity Neutrogena amenities, HDTVs and more. Feather and non-allergenic foam pillows are available upon request. Suites may include Sweet Dreams by Doubletree plush-top king beds, separate living rooms, Bose stereos, wet bars, Jacuzzi bathtubs, rain showerheads and fireplaces.
Features
Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara won FIDO Friendly Magazine's Best FIDO Friendly 2010 award. Pets are given pet menus and treat bags. (A per-night non-refundable fee applies.) Guests can relax or primp at the on-site spa and salon.
Dining
Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara features several dining choices. Rodney's Steakhouse delivers prime aged beef and seafood. Poolside burgers and sandwiches are available from Terraza del Mar. Java del Mar offers bakery treats, tea and Starbucks coffee. Cafe Los Arcos offers wine tastings. Barra Los Arcos is a full-service bar.
Recreation
The resort offers a heated outdoor pool and whirlpool, plus easy access to East Beach, just across the street. Kids can enjoy the children's programs, and babysitting is available. Hertz car rentals are available in the lobby, and the concierge can arrange vineyard tours, tastings, sailing, horseback riding and more. The Downtown Waterfront Shuttle delivers guests to shops, restaurants and attractions. Three tennis courts are complemented by an on-call tennis pro. A gift shop and ATM are also on-site.
Transportation
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (11 mi/17.7 km)
  • Los Angeles Intl Airport (93 mi/149.7 km)
  • Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport (88 mi/141.6 km)
  • Free Santa Barbara Airport and Amtrak pick-up
  • Downtown attractions shuttle
Attractions
  • Santa Barbara Zoo (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Stearns Wharf (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Ty Warner Sea Center (0.8 mi/1.3 km)
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art (1.9 mi/3.1 km)
  • Mission Santa Barbara (2.9 mi/4.7 km)
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History (3.4 mi/5.5 km)
Business
  • Wi-Fi (fees apply)
  • On-site Audio/Visual company
  • Conference manager and catering
  • Meeting space for 1,000

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Pool
General
Pets allowed
Activities
Pool
Exercise gym
Golf
Tennis
Dining
Restaurant
Services
Business center
Conference facilities
Internet
High-speed internet
Accessibility
Wheel chair access

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Hotel Map

34.4156 -119.6794
Nearby airports
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, (SBA), 11.00, MI, S; Los Angeles Intl Airport, (LAX), 93.00, MI, N; Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport, (BUR), 88.00, MI, NW;

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Restaurant
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Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1600
Check-out:
1202

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (83)

Ratings and reviews for Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Overall score

3.9 / 5
83 out of 83
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4.3
Hotel staff:
4.2
Room comfort:
4.2
Location:
4.5
Value:
3.4

82% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Miami
Jul 30, 2009

Great view and value for money!!!!!!!!!!

Great location,excellent rooms,friendly staff,

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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4
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4
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4
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5
Value:
5
Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

4
Irishoneill
Orange County, ca
Jul 23, 2009

Great time!

We had a great time. The hotel and staff were awesome and it was in a perfect location from the beach to town.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

4
Lady who loves wine, good food and beach
Fountain Valley, CA
Jul 10, 2009

Very enjoyable, great location by beach.

Ate at some amazing restaurants, did a lot of shopping and laid on the beach a couple afternoons. Very restful and enjoyable 3 days with my daughter. yes, there is a train that goes by every few hours but it didn't really bother us - enjoyed the pool area also.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Many good restaurants off State Street - Carlitos one of the best.

Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Whittier, CA
Jul 9, 2009

Fantastic family getaway

The hotel and their employees were professional and very welcoming. Pool, fitness center and convenient location. There was not one complaint we had, everything was great! We will be back soon!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Enterprise Fish Market was one of my favorites. There are very many great breakfast restaurants along the shore that were amazing.l

Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

4
santa barbara stay fess parker
ca
Jul 9, 2009

Very nice resort

This is a fairly reasonably priced stay for a hotel that has ocean views, gorgeous landscaping, comfortable/contemporary/clean rooms, and a very nice pool. The entire complex is very spacious and open. You can see the mountains behind the hotel and the ocean in front. Very elegant, calm, and quiet. The staff is gracious and had no problem with accommodating early check-in and late check-out.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
scottsdale az
Jul 9, 2009

great

geat family oriented

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
Philadelphia, PA
Jul 8, 2009

What a Treat!

We just LOVED this hotel!!! It is a good walk just getting to State Street so I'd advise taking the shuttle which runs every 15 mts and can be caught at the hotels corner or take a taxi. In the evening and when the bars closed cabs were lined up all along State Street. Definitely try O'Malleys, we had a blast there. Good music, 2 floors and a patio also. The beach peaceful and quiet is right across the street from the hotel. East Beach Grill is nearby and has good food - beware the gulls WILL steal food! This hotel was a great value for what we paid which was $165 a night. I booked well in advance and got a great deal on Orbitz! We did not eat there so I could not give an honest rating of their Dining Options.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

Circle BarB Ranch has excellent horse back riding trails in the Santa Ynez Mountains. Quality horses and trail guides, and reasonable rates. It's about a 20-25 minute drive and well worth it.

Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
San Diego, CA
Jul 7, 2009

Fess Parker's Double Tree Resort Santa B

It was a very enjoyable experience for my husband and me.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

5
Independence Day Traveler
San Francisco, CA
Jul 5, 2009

Excellent Stay

Excellent room size and amenities inside. Comfortable bed and huge flat screen TV, balcony with good views. Great location right next to the ocean, make it a nice walk on the beach, to the pier and state street.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort Santa Barbara

Reviewer score

3
Anonymous
mountain view, ca
Jun 28, 2009

Overpriced

The location is great, although to get to the beach you need to cross a 4-lane street. The room: - The bathtub clogged. - the bathroom fan did not work - it was noisier than expected Staff was responsive. This place goes over $400 for non-blackout weekend. I expected more.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
2
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