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Our top choices for Santa Barbara 3-star hotels

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Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,234 reviews)
"Very nice room - pool was refreshing and well kept."
United States
Melanie
The price is HK$1,973
HK$2,253 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Beachside Inn
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Facilities were clean and the restaurant was great."
United States
Gloria
The price is HK$1,393
HK$1,591 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,296 reviews)
"It was a perfect stay. Really lovely hotel."
United States
Mark
The price is HK$1,546
HK$1,796 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Front of property

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
North State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,333 reviews)
"Very nice stay"
United States
michael
The price is HK$1,031
HK$1,177 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Lemon Tree Inn
Garden

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
3.0 star property
North State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,202 reviews)
"Great location! Nice staff and room was clean"
United States
Adriana
The price is HK$1,686
HK$1,926 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,907 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Richard
The price is HK$2,361
HK$2,696 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Inn By The Harbor
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,134 reviews)
"Super clean and great staff."
United States
Omar
The price is HK$1,593
HK$1,875 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Exterior

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,422 reviews)
"Great position, friendly staff, property design & appearance great, rooms comfortable"
Australia
David
The price is HK$2,071
HK$2,365 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Dayne
The price is HK$2,537
HK$2,944 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Mason Beach Inn
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,123 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is HK$2,377
HK$2,709 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from room

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (466 reviews)
"Great hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara!"
United States
Matthew
The price is HK$2,267
HK$2,588 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Pet-friendly, good location"
United States
Laurette
The price is HK$1,518
HK$1,734 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Riviera Beach House
Free daily continental breakfast

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,343 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is HK$2,217
HK$2,532 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,163 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is HK$2,035
HK$2,320 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,009 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is HK$1,264
HK$1,702 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Ala Mar by the Sea
Private kitchen

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"A great little beach getaway! The king deck room was great. Very convenient location."
United States
Victoria
The price is HK$1,459
HK$1,666 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast"
United States
Steve
The price is HK$2,127
HK$2,425 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Eagle Inn
Exterior

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (674 reviews)
"awesome stay"
United States
Rey Jacob
The price is HK$1,516
HK$1,807 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Haley Hotel
Outdoor pool

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (265 reviews)
"I like the location"
United States
chen Min
The price is HK$2,110
HK$2,405 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is HK$1,275
HK$2,035 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Casa Jardin
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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is HK$2,331 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
HK$2,331
HK$2,711 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,448 reviews)
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Santa Barbara and related destinations

Nestled between mountains and sea, this Spanish-influenced coastal paradise offers wine tasting and red-tiled architecture along State Street. Rent bikes to explore the palm-lined waterfront, then catch sunset from Stearns Wharf where locals recommend the fresh seafood.

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A coastal town with a beach, houses, and mountains in the background.

Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"We enjoyed our family trip with beachside inn. The staff was very friendly and helped us get adjoining rooms. the parking was easy and were able to walk around. Since it was hot the pool was nice and clean. The breakfast buffet was a nice way to start the day, especially with our picky little eaters. overall nice stay."
Vanessa 2-night trip
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Beachside Inn

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara?
Hotel Santa Barbara, around 1.45 kilometres southeast of downtown Santa Barbara, is an Expedia customer favourite. Private winery tours and premium bedding are among its handy amenities. Haley Hotel is another 3-star hotel recommended by travellers. It features a firepit and a fireplace, and is approximately 2 kilometres southeast of the centre.
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