Villa Rosa Inn

Avoid, Avoid, Avoid!!!!! Where do I begin? The person running the front desk, while friendly, talks so fast that you can't follow her. Upon check-in, I was assured a specific rate during the week and on the weekend which was agreed upon by the owner herself. I was charged more. The initial room I was given was dirty and I was given the option of another room. That room's windows were broken. I was given the option of another room but it hadn't been cleaned and the freezer/frig didn't work. Finally, I settled on a room even though it was dirty, had mildew in the shower, only one light worked, the fan didn't work. had broken window slats in bathroom and the front windows slats didn't close. Most outlets didn't work. The room was incredibly dark. The bed slanted to the right and the pillows were outrageously lumpy. The breakfast in the morning was a joke with expired oatmeal packets, stale cereal, moldy fruit and horrible coffee. The maid came to my room the day after check-in and didn't speak English. She instructed me to only speak Spanish to her. Thankfully I speak Spanish. But that's not the case with everyone. She asked when I needed room cleaning. I told her every other day was fine. I didn't receive any maid service while I was there, had to go to the front desk and ask for towels and toiletries, had to empty out my own trash and retrieve new trash bags. I cleaned my own shower and room. Atrocious! The property itself isn't well-kept. The pictures are a load of false advertising. Read the other reviews and believe them. I should've. I'm not a picky person and just needed a safe place to lay me head while in Santa Barbara for a week on business. Instead of trying to save money, it would've been better to just stay elsewhere and actually enjoy myself more. The best part was the proximity of the beach and Cabrillo Blvd. Please, please, please...do yourself a favor and stay somewhere else. You can thank me later!

Favorite place to stay in Santa Barbara. Despite all of the bad reviews I read, I took a risk and have no regrets. This is my third stay at Villa Rosa in two months. My room is spacious, clean and best of all steps to the pool and beach. If you are a traveler who appreciates character, Villa Rosa is a great fit. To name a few, the beautiful stained glass windows, Spanish tile and exquisite antique furniture make this property quaint, unique and special. Every staff member has been exceptionally kind going "above and beyond" to accommodate my special needs throughout my stay.

Great We stay in the same room each visit and really love the room and the atmosphere. Close to State Street and all restaurants. Over 4 years we have stayed here about 5/6 times. Summer is most fun lounging around the pool and the spa. A light breakfast is available and wine n cheese after 5pm daily

Never Again Nov. 2024, My daughter and I went to escape the Mountain Fire smoke. I went through a huge hassle with room fees and reimbursement for an unsafe, unclean room. NOW, on Jan. 1, 2025, they have charged my card again! This is not negligence, this is an intentional act. Save your time and money.

Great Experience I had a great time at this inn! The rooms were nice and cozy and having a beach view made it feel so nice. The breakfast was great and the front desk staff were very helpful with my stay. Everything was very close to the inn, especially the ocean. I would definitely go again!