Santa Barbara is my favorite town along California's Central Coast. With great beach activities, the nearby Santa Ynez mountain range, great dining, and several world-class museums, Santa Barbara has something for everyone, making it a perfect vacation town for the whole family. The Simpson House Inn B&B is the only bed and breakfast in North America to be a member of the elite 5-Star Alliance, and the other luxury hotels and resorts in Santa Barbara have all the best amenities you'd expect for a high-end vacation.
One of my favorite luxury hotels in SB, the Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara, distinguishes itself by working with inland Santa Barbara farmers to offer fresh, locally grown produce for its continental breakfast.
The Hotel Oceana Santa Barbara has a great deal for people who love to relax with spa treatments while on vacations. The Ahhh! Package, starting at $275 per night, is available for couples who plan to stay for at least 2 nights. The package includes two spa treatments (body massage or anti-stress back massage), two bottles of California wine, a wine tasting at the Santa Barbara Winery, and free parking (usually parking is 9 dollars a night). Further, the earlier mentioned continental breakfast is free with this package; it's quite a good deal for a couple's luxury vacation in a classy hotel. Santa Barbara is already a lovely town for a romantic weekend getaway. The Oceana's Ahhh! Package helps make an upscale vacation in this town more affordable. Call (800) 965-9776 to make a reservation.