Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 200 reviews.
DORINDA
United States · Couple · September 2026
“It was ok.”
+Breakfast was very nice and to order. Nice wine and cheese hour in the evening. We enjoyed the garden and fire pits. The amenities are very nice.
−Our room was a bit shabby and dated. Worn out saggy chairs and a big chip in the glass table top. My husband tripped over a lamp cord that was draped across the floor.
Tourist35574383281
August 2026
“A breath of fulfillment and total enjoyment”
+The Genivieve hotel way exceeded our expectations, and left us with a refreshed sense of how something in the service industry should be done. From the moment we visually saw the property, we were impressed by the architecture. When we pulled into the driveway, after a wonderfully relaxing drive up from Santa Barbara, we felt pleased with our decision to book there. My wife checked in, and Cody from the front desk, immediately brought a rolling rack and helped us load our luggage, and deliver it to the room. She also graciously answered a million questions. The room itself was magical, we widened our smile as we settled in. The wine reception was very subdued, because it was out-of-season for our visit, but still very nice. We had 3 mornings of complimentary breakfast, and with items made to order, with obvious quality ingredients .... it was an elevated experience beyond any included breakfast stay we've ever had. Throw in the winery passport they provide for discounts and offers at several very nice tasting rooms and wineries, the value of our stay rose significantly. Lastly, the manager Richard, and dining server Dante, brought a renewed faith in how people should be treated in
“Wedding weekend”
+We were there for our nephew’s wedding . Best hotel and food ever ! Staff friendly and helpful we plan to return in January
GardenerHiker
Couple · August 2026
“Tasting Passport usage disappointing”
+Overall a wonderful event weekend location. Excellent accomodations, although quite expensive so not a good value for many travelers. Hence, many attending our event chose to stay elsewhere. The catered meal was enjoyed by all. FYI, The Genevieve Exclusinve Wine Tasting Passport for complimentary tastings at local wineries was not honored for groups, only for couples. It was disappointing to learn this when visiting the wineries as this is not written on the passport. This item is included in the Guest Amenity Fee, but not useable if you are doing wine tastings with a group. Per the website: Guest Amenity Fee A daily fee of $42 + tax includes Tasting Passport with tasting offers at over 10 local wineries, wine & dessert hour, gourmet breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi, and access to our in-house spa.
Loretta
United States · Couple · August 2026
“We had a great overnight stay at the Genevieve again- a luxury hotel for sure.”
+The hotel was so clean, everything was upgraded and elegant. So clever to offer a cheese & wine hour and a dessert hour. Dinner at The Victor was excellent - we had the New York steak! The cocktails were delicious too. We will definitely stay at the Genevieve again when we go wine tasting.
−Can’t think of anything.
Jeffrey
United States · Couple · August 2026
“Perfect Santa Ynez Hotel!!”
+Nothing better than going to the Genevieve and spending 2-3 days in the Santa Ynez Valley. Its a classy, quiet hotel.
−Like it all.
janinedQ8041LP
August 2026
“Perfect for a wedding weekend”
+I was up in San Ynez for my daughter’s wedding, and stayed at the Genevieve. I highly recommend it. The atmosphere is really charming, my room was very spacious and had everything I needed. I had my dog with me, and everything was well situated for him to be comfortable. We also held my daughter’s rehearsal dinner at the victor restaurant, and it was excellent in terms of service food, quality, and taste.
“Wouldn't stay here again.”
+Had a pretty poor experience here. The rooms are lovely but the staff are terribly unhelpful and make you feel like you're being awkward whenever you ask a simple question because they haven't explained anything effectively on check in. There are only three options for breakfast and the one we had was terrible and really small - definitely a cost saving exercise. They also charge you extra for a milky coffee...really?! Great rooms but cheap service and breakfast. Definitely wouldn't stay here again and thankful we only did one night.
Destination492480
August 2026
“The Genevieve is Fabulous”
+The Genevieve is wonderful! I was there on business this time and can't wait to bring my family back there! I do a fair amount of traveling and I'd say it's the loveliest hotel in which I have stayed in the United States (including upscale hotels in New York, San Francisco, San Diego, and New Orleans). The whole hotel was impeccably clean and beautifully decorated, my room was charming and exceptionally comfortable (with a jetted tub), the staff were kind and welcoming, and the food was amazing (and I'm picky)! I had dinner at the hotel restaurant, The Victor, and it was absolutely delicious and reasonable (with fantastic service) and the complimentary breakfasts (that were cooked to order) were scrumptious! The cost of my hotel stay was surprisingly low for such an outstanding place!
“The Genevieve”
+2nd time at the Genevieve. Overall a good experience. The Victor Restaurant was excellent with service, food and drink. Hotel is upgrading their EV Charging system. Now they need to put a small desk, and updated internet connected TV in each room to make it an exceptional experience!