Hotel Mar Monte

Location. The city of Santa Barbara, Calif., provides a picturesque setting for Hotel Mar Monte. East Beach is located across the street and Santa Barbara's Zoological Gardens are less than two miles away. This property is 11 miles from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and an airbus to Los Angeles International Airport, located 94 miles away, offers service to the hotel.

Hotel Features. Views from the Spanish colonial-style Hotel Mar Monte are breathtaking; the Santa Ynez Mountains and Pacific coastal beaches are capable of rejuvenating the most seasoned traveler. Guests may relax, California style, at the outdoor pool and spa tub. Among this property's amenities are complimentary gated self-parking and an ocean-front fitness center. Shoppers may take advantage of Mar Monte Marketplace where gifts and souvenirs serve as mementoes of their journey. Business travelers can accomplish their goals within 10,000-square-feet of meeting space, while wireless Internet access and professional catering services add to this property's appeal. Bistro 1111 is best known for its locally inspired wine list and impressive menu of steaks and seafood. The restaurant also offers live music.

Guestrooms. The historic Hotel Mar Monte offers 173 guestrooms in four separate buildings, all with compact refrigerators and microwave ovens. Premium bedding, down comforters and plush robes are included. High-speed Internet access is available for a fee. In addition, Hotel Mar Monte stocks coffeemakers with Monkey & Sons Organic Fair Trade coffee. Fully furnished Villa rooms are located in a free-standing, five-unit apartment building two blocks from Hotel Mar Monte and two blocks from the beach. Guests of the Villas have use of all the amenities of Hotel Mar Monte.

Expert Tip. Hotel Mar Monte offers an electric shuttle service that transports guests to downtown attractions.