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Our top choices for Santa Barbara 3-star hotels

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

1. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,492 reviews)
"Good location and easy parking."
United States
David
The price is ￥18,899
￥21,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lemon Tree Inn
A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

2. 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, (1,234 reviews)
"Parking is a lil tight but other than that the scenery is beautiful. I love the fire pit and the breakfast wasnt too shabby. I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Leana
The price is ￥27,246
￥31,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

3. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,486 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is ￥29,718
￥34,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

4. 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, (1,124 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥30,655
￥34,946 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

5. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,213 reviews)
"Love this place relaxation & fun!"
United States
Pokeno
The price is ￥26,639
￥31,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

6. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
Canada
Sandy Lyne
The price is ￥36,711
￥42,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Mason Beach Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the marina through a glass door.

7. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,313 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is ￥22,546
￥25,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Beachside Inn
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

8. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,968 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay. Lovely helpful staff. Great location to walk to the Beach and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Tricia
The price is ￥31,855
￥36,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Inn By The Harbor
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

9. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,014 reviews)
"Love the walking distance to the beach."
United States
Ashley
The price is ￥18,275
￥25,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Ala Mar by the Sea
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

10. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,362 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is ￥29,212
￥33,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

11. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Great place at amazing place very clean with fantastic area to walk around the staff"
United States
DAVID
The price is ￥26,534
￥30,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

12. 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, (1,471 reviews)
"Very clean , staff was great.loved the room. We would stay there again."
United States
David
The price is ￥35,853
￥40,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Thank you for such a great stay, loved it!"
United States
Trent
The price is ￥26,451
￥30,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Riviera Beach House
A table with a bottle of orange juice, a basket of granola, a muffin, and a brochure.

14. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"parking for guests, clean room, and staff were very friendly"
United States
Reiko
The price is ￥20,001
￥22,840 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

15. Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"The property is well taken care of, and close to the pier and local restaurants."
United States
connie
The price is ￥23,363
￥31,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Villa Rosa Inn
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

16. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,202 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is ￥24,457
￥27,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Marina Beach Hotel
A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

17. Solei House

Solei House
3.0 star property
San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (158 reviews)
"Great location and reasonably priced for Santa Barbara, I would stay here again"
United States
Deanna
The price is ￥17,387
￥20,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Solei House
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

18. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The location was great"
United States
Mario
The price is ￥44,885
￥51,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Harbor View Inn
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

19. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (716 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is ￥23,822
￥28,731 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Haley Hotel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

20. 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, (506 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is ￥39,546
￥45,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ￥38,018 per night from Nov 11 to Nov 12
￥38,018
￥44,206 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,550 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.

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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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