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Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Property class: 3

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A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.
A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.
A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.
A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is $281
$247 nightly
$281 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14

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36 West Valerio Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Arlington Theater
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Granada Theatre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Alice's)

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table, a window, and a staircase.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Alice's)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Bramhall)

A living room with a fireplace, a red sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Bramhall)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 628 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony (Caterpillar)

A room with a wooden coffee table, a red chair, a bench with red cushions, and a window with red curtains.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony (Caterpillar)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Cheshire Cat)

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a TV mounted on the wall, a wooden nightstand, a small table with a bowl of fruit, and a window with a view of the outside.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Cheshire Cat)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 208 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Dormouse)

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Dormouse)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Duchess)

A bedroom with a floral-patterned bedspread, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Duchess)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Eberle)

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Eberle)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Jean's)

A bedroom with a large bed, a dresser, a television, and a chair.

Room, 1 King Bed (Jean's)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 212 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Mad Hatter)

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a TV, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 King Bed (Mad Hatter)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 212 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (March Hare)

A room with a bed, two patterned armchairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (March Hare)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 176 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Mobberly)

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Mobberly)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 624 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mock Turtle)

A room with a wicker chair, a blue upholstered chair, a table with a vase of flowers, and a window with a view of trees.

Room, 1 Queen Bed (Mock Turtle)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 175 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Prestbury)

A living room with a red sofa, patterned ottoman, and a fireplace with a fire.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Prestbury)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 628 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Queen of Hearts)

A covered patio with a table set for breakfast, surrounded by potted plants and a white picket fence.

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio (Queen of Hearts)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 227 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Tweedledee)

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a floral rug.

Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette (Tweedledee)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 309 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub (Tweedledum)

A living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, a sofa, and a chair.

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub (Tweedledum)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 543 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (White Rabbit)

A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including a plate of food, a glass of orange juice, and a flower. There is a chair and a magazine on the table.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (White Rabbit)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 212 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Woodford)

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Patio (Woodford)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 628 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara (Oak Park), Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages is within a 15-minute walk of Granada Theatre and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. .This bed & breakfast is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Santa Barbara Bowl and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
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What's nearby

  • Arlington Theater - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Granada Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mission Santa Barbara - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 7 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Barbara Public Market - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Corazon Cocina - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mission Street Ice Cream and Yogurt - Featuring McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪CAJÉ - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Seoulmate Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages offers 18 accommodations with bathrobes and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Victorian bed & breakfast also features concierge services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include a computer station, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 1884
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 13 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 13 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Children 13 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Cheshire Cat Inn
Cheshire Cat Inn Santa Barbara
Cheshire Cat Santa Barbara
Cheshire Cat Bed Breakfast
Cheshire Cat Hotel Santa Barbara
Cheshire Cat Inn
Cheshire Cat & Cottages
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Santa Barbara
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Bed & breakfast
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Bed & breakfast Santa Barbara

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 705 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 705 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 705 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 705 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 705 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place and great friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy the unique rooms decorated with vintage furniture and antiques. Very friendly and helpful staff. Really enjoyed the freshly cook breakfast served in the incredible dining room. If you're tired of the box room high rise impersonal hotel and want a relaxing experience in a vintage home, this is the way to go!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Céleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness
Air Conditioning was good. Breakfast was tasty and hosts were very friendly. Good location to walk to restaurants in the downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Lovely cottage. Staff was very nice. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where to begin! Stayed here for our courthouse wedding Memorial Day weekend. Tweedledee room with the hot tub. Everything about the room was perfect. Loved the cozy fireplace and kitchen amenities. The property itself is beautiful. Victorian style with a rose garden. Parking in the back between units. The staff was so kind and friendly. The cookies and breakfast was incredible. 100/10 recommended! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy 10 min walk to State Street restaurants & shops, as well as to the public market (eatery arcade). 15 minutes to lovely parks & about 25 min walk to the pier.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and cozy. Good breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sumeet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at the Cheshire Cat Inn. The house is so cozy and a perfect place for a quiet getaway. The breakfast was delicious each day, and the fresh-baked cookies were always something to look forward to upon returning. The property itself is extremely well-kept, and there are many little nooks and spaces to spend time. The staff is extremely nice and helpful, and the location is excellent. We loved our time and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed three nights at The Cheshire Cat Inn and had a wonderful experience! We stayed in the Dormouse room. It was very well appointed, with luxurious toiletries and it was impeccably clean. The house was built in the late 1800s, and has kept the charm, while also having modern amenities. The breakfasts were tasty, and gave us a variety of sweet or savory options from day to day. The location was close to State Street, so we could walk to many shops and restaurants. The staff was very helpful, and provided suggestions about restaurants to visit. The homemade cookies daily were a nice bonus! Thank you to the staff for making our stay wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the owners/staff couldn't have been friendlier. The breakfast was excellent. The location was very good-very walkable to good restaurants and town. We felt it was a little overpriced, which is the reason for 4 stars instead of 5.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Cheshire Cat Inn. Everything from the easy check in, our cottage was adorable and spotless and the delicious breakfast delivered to our door every morning. The location is great, close enough to state street but also quiet and peaceful. We have stayed in Santa Barbara many times, usually closer to or right on the ocean which is beautiful but can be very noisy since the highway runs along the shoreline. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for visiting family in Santa Barbara. Feel like your staying with friends
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Min

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay with the family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a two-bedroom suite for one night. The location is great, walkable to State Street and all the great food options. Street parking is pretty easy. Feel very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great B&B! Lovely staff and wonderful location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff-- nice, personalized breakfast and environment. Quiet neighborhood feeling but still in an easy central location with parking and walking distance to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a weekend getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ramesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place all around!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Great location to the Santa Barbara Bowl and college
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Xiaoxi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love it here a lot, definitely will come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the Cheshire Cat staff, breakfast, convenient and walkable. Unique property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the proprietors to the premises, the entire stay was exceptionally charming. They’ve thought of all the comforts at this well cared for, quaint and establishment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025