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Santa Barbara 3 Stars Hotels

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Tonight
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Tomorrow
27 Aug - 28 Aug
This weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
Next weekend
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Santa Barbara 3-star hotels

1. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
North State
United States
Jeanette
HK$1,325
HK$1,513 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

2. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
North State
United States
Ian
HK$959
HK$1,095 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lemon Tree Inn

3. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
United States
BRENDA
HK$1,326
HK$1,541 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

4. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Oak Park
United States
Patty
HK$1,392
HK$1,590 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

5. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
United States
michelle
HK$1,525
HK$1,796 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

6. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Liam
HK$1,411
HK$1,611 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Beachside Inn

7. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
JILL
HK$2,066
HK$2,359 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Inn By The Harbor

8. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Liad
HK$1,969
HK$2,249 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

9. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Rachita
HK$1,898
HK$2,214 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Mason Beach Inn

10. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
wendy
HK$1,659
HK$1,894 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Riviera Beach House

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
United Kingdom
Joanna
HK$1,951
HK$2,224 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

12. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
HK$2,508
HK$2,859 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Harbor View Inn

13. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Suzanne
HK$1,818
HK$2,076 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Lavender Inn by the Sea

14. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Shari
HK$2,179
HK$2,489 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

15. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
John
HK$2,024
HK$2,308 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Eagle Inn

16. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
angela
HK$982
HK$1,372 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Ala Mar by the Sea

17. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Amy
HK$1,664
HK$1,897 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marina Beach Hotel

18. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Diana
HK$1,346
HK$1,613 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Haley Hotel

19. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Edie
HK$1,277
HK$1,459 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

20. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Oak Park
United States
Erica
HK$2,108
HK$2,403 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

533 State St Santa Barbara CA
HK$1,899
HK$2,208 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Santa Barbara
The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

1404 De La Vina Street Santa Barbara CA
HK$1,696
HK$1,933 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,049 reviews)
The Upham Hotel
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5490 Hollister Ave Santa Barbara CA
HK$1,967
HK$2,246 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (277 reviews)
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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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

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay at Found! Very quaint, clean, and very enjoyable. Free parking was surprising and always appreciated! Would definitely stay here again when coming to the Santa Barbara area!"
Kelly 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

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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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Santa Barbara?
Relaxation is a breeze in 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara. Alongside comfortable surroundings, these more economical properties come with an array of welcome amenities like complimentary WiFi, coffee or tea maker and fitness facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a classier ambience with upscale features such as a wellness centre, indoor or outdoor pool and more spacious rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel type or budget, Expedia has what you're searching for.

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