Cheshire Cat Inn, Santa Barbara, Ca.
When I travel up and down the coast here in California, (I do about a dozen or more trips a year along this route), I almost always stop in Santa Barbara. You just can't beat the great weather, the wide open and uncrowded beach and bikepath, and the dozens of great restaurants. I usually prefer to stay in Bed and Breakfast style hotels as they appeal to my sense of "hominess" and usually provide guests with lots of food (which I really appreciate:)
One of the best I've stayed at is the Cheshire Cat Inn, just off State Street. The owner Jack Greenwald is a stand-up, great guy who takes pride in the business he runs and the customers he and the staff serve. Just ask and it's done. The rooms are very clean and comfortable with large baths and easy access in and out. Just a short walk to any number of great restaurants and with the beautiful weather year-round you basically can't miss. I've stayed here several times and have never been disappointed.
Give them a call at (805) 569-1610 and check their website at www.cheshirecat.com
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