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Top Santa Barbara 3 Star hotels

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Spotless and charming hotel. Excellent location right above a Starbucks. Loved the decor, shower products, comfortable bed, clothes steamer and vibe. My room faced the interior on the third floor and it was incredibly quiet. GREAT experience!"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
"Very nice hotel next to the beach. We stay only 2 nights but definitely we can recommend this property to our friends. Rooms are very nicely decorated, and clean, but a little bit too small. If someone prefer more space ,it is worth it to pay extra for the bigger one."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Beachside Inn
"Have stayed a number of times and will continue. Professional and kind staff. I was upgraded to a recently renovated harbor view. Will be back again in a few months. Thank you"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
"This was a great location for our weekend stay with easy access to places including restaurants. It was clean and well maintained. The staff were helpful and friendly. Lots of great restaurants in a short drive. Room was clean and bed comfortable. It is a 2 story buildings and no elevators which ..."
Reviewed on May 28, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Staff was sweet"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Lemon Tree Inn
"Everything was nice but bathroom needs updating"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026

Inn By The Harbor
"Quaint place. Fun place to stay. Real basic not fancy, great service:"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
"The location it’s good. The building it’s beautiful it makes you feel like a little Spain. Very clean and good maintenance. The lady from the breakfast room was in the top of everything ( good Hob) . Stuff very nice & friendly."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"Good"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Marina Beach Hotel
"Great clean room! Location is excellent"
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
3 Star Hotels Santa Barbara
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You can find 3 star hotels in Santa Barbara that keep you close to all the great sightseeing and activities around the area, or even book a place that’s a bit more secluded, if that’s what you prefer. No matter what you’re looking for—whether you’re all about the location or are invested in on-site perks--Travelocity will help you find the accommodation that works best for you.
When it comes to options, you’ll have them. The Santa Barbara 3 star hotels give you plenty of choices as far as access to the best areas, and many also offer a breakfast buffet, as well as plenty of other amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi and an on-site pool or spa.
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Recent Santa Barbara hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

The Franciscan Hotel
"I loved this place. Staff was very kind and helpful. I loved being able to rent bikes for free as well. It really helped getting around."
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