The Genevieve

Ambiance and Amenities: The hotel offers a charming Victorian-style ambiance with modern amenities, making it a delightful place to stay.

Visited July 8th-10th for my husband’s birthday . Stayed in room #202, upstairs tower facing street, which was noisy . We have been visiting for the past 10 years, multiple times a year , always on ground level with a cozy little patio,usually by fountain . This room had no patio, and I felt claustrophobic right away . We asked “Richard” by the front desk if he had anything available with a patio , he was patient in the beginning , and took the time to show us two other options (had a old smell )so we did not like them . We then asked for a ground floor room and was told “nothing available “ As we settled in our room which had a Huge closet (but no hangers ) my husband called Richard at the front desk asking for some , Richard at this point lost his patience with us , and according to my husband had a tone with him , not very professional. The furniture was worn down , mattress uncomfortable and the room service also not acceptable, empty food containers left behind , bed pillows left on chairs , and dirty towels just left hanging over bathtub .The breakfast which is included (but you pay for as in guest amenity fee of $40) per night , was so bad that I didn’t even want to take advance of it the day of our departure. The young man who took our order never checked up on us , my scrambled eggs were powered eggs and my bacon was soft and rubbery (no way that was real bacon ) could not eat it , past trips I have always enjoyed the breakfast , not sure what has changed .This is the first time in all these years that I have had this kind of experience here , I have always loved it which is why we kept coming back , after this last trip I honestly don’t feel like another visit. This place used to be so magical to us , this trip was just so disappointing in so many ways 😕And how about wishing my husband a Happy birthday upon arrival , small gesture that some ppl might appreciate .

The former San Ynez Inn has been rebranded, same ownership, as the Genevive and it’s better than ever. It had been ten years since our last visit and time has been good to the Genevive. It seemed fresher, brighter and still all the creature comforts you want when you’re on the road away from home. A delicious hot breakfast with a buffet of fruits, berries and muffins to start your day. The room we had was on the second level with tall ceilings, a luxurious bathroom with a separate shower and deep tub and an incredibly comfortable king bed and fireplace. We loved our stay and will definitely be back. Check it out.