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Top Santa Barbara 3 Star Hotels

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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3.0 star property
North State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1010)
"Clean, friendly staff, wonderful breakfast. Excellent hotel"
United States
Mei
The price is ₹12,468
₹14,239 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1043)
"The staff was lovely, and the hotel was in a great location. The rooms were super cute and comfortable too. Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Leala
The price is ₹14,222
₹16,536 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
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, (1097)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is ₹14,309
₹16,312 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Nice clean property, friendly staff, ample choices for breakfast. Great ambiance "
United States
Tapan
The price is ₹13,769
₹16,269 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property
North State
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1132)
"Clean, comfortable, quiet, and excellent restaurant and staff"
United States
Davita
The price is ₹7,694
₹8,787 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lemon Tree Inn
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1484)
"Great location, friendly staff and valet, pretty room. "
United States
Asha
The price is ₹17,637
₹20,140 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1789)
"Clean room , great staff , place super quiet and clean "
United States
Lisandra
The price is ₹15,047
₹17,183 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1087)
"Room was clean and big,location was great"
United States
Daniel
The price is ₹11,104
₹12,681 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Beachside Inn
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Friendly staff; quiet room as requested; nice garden and pond view; comfortable beds; substantial breakfast; all-day coffee and hot drinks in the lobby."
United States
Lily
The price is ₹13,692
₹15,910 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Room was clean, place was centrally located near to beach and downtown, staff was courteous "
United States
Anirban
The price is ₹16,118
₹18,914 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Mason Beach Inn
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is ₹13,080
₹14,937 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Riviera Beach House
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1009)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is ₹10,424
₹11,883 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Marina Beach Motel
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Cozy inn near the beach. excellent location"
United States
Sreekrishnan
The price is ₹24,748
₹28,213 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Harbor View Inn
Front of property
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1282)
"The room was maintained clean, staff were kind, and parking was easy. Super close to the beach and piers (walkable), so as to downtown and old mission. "
United States
Jin
The price is ₹13,777
₹15,732 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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, (1292)
"Nice location"
United States
Patricia
The price is ₹16,172
₹18,467 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
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, (397)
"The staff was nice and the hotel was comfy "
United States
Tiffany
The price is ₹21,288
₹24,310 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
View from room
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
Oak Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great place"
United States
Grant
The price is ₹12,927
₹14,762 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Mario
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, (1003)
"Great location and amazing breakfast."
United States
Kristina
The Eagle Inn
Exterior
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (307)
"Very friendly and gracious staff. The sister property is lovely. There is a significant construction project in the lot across the street which detracted from the charm of the neighborhood. "
United States
Amy
The price is ₹11,258
₹15,534 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Palmoro House
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Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is ₹22,597 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
₹22,597
₹25,813 total
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 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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aerial view of Shoreline Park and The Mesa, Santa Barbara, California

Top Santa Barbara Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Recently renovated rooms. Clean and nice. "
Derek 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

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