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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Perfect location with a very attentive staff. This will be our go to spot when in Santa Barbara."
United States
Marc
$240 nightly
The price is $274
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Santa Barbara

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, (1,121 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kseniya
$195 nightly
The price is $222
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
Carpinteria
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,511 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Justin
$144 nightly
The price is $165
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,190 reviews)
"The location was very nice, very clean room and the breakfast was delicious! "
United States
Vincent
$147 nightly
The price is $168
May 28 - May 29
Total with taxes and fees
Beachside Inn

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, (1,388 reviews)
"enjoyed our stay"
United States
Mark
$247 nightly
The price is $282
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Total with taxes and fees
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location, comfy room, a great night sleep, many nearby restaurants, very walkable, close to the beach"
United States
Debra
$285 nightly
The price is $325
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor View Inn

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,348 reviews)
"Nice, compact inn near the marina. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Parking right out front was convenient."
United States
Patty
$224 nightly
The price is $256
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff and excellent location. "
United States
Jeri
$288 nightly
The price is $328
May 19 - May 20
Total with taxes and fees
Mason Beach Inn

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,119 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, good hotel location."
United States
Asmik
$247 nightly
The price is $281
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
Marina Beach Hotel

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Amazing resort. Would stay again."
United States
Jake
$229 nightly
The price is $262
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Riviera Beach House

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"Overall great stay!"
United States
Juliann
$153 nightly
The price is $175
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

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, (437 reviews)
"Great location - but very pricey for what it is. Tiny tiny rooms"
United States
Andrew
$260 nightly
The price is $297
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
Mussel Shoals
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Was a great time!!"
United States
Amanda
$185 nightly
The price is $200
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,008 reviews)
"Location is A+, the ladies who work there were very nice and friendly, property has a ton of character and relaxing. Loved the happy hour!"
United States
Kristina
$212 nightly
The price is $241
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
Ala Mar by the Sea

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (332 reviews)
"Beach is 1 block away the zoo is only 7 min away walking rooms are super comfortable and clean "
United States
Reyna
$190 nightly
The price is $217
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Palmoro House

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (639 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here. The property was very centrally located and clean. "
United States
Katherine
$185 nightly
The price is $210
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Haley Hotel

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Super helpful and friendly staff, very clean rooms and comfy bed. Awesome location just steps to the beach. Reasonable price was the cherry on top! This will be our go-to whenever we’re in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Eric
$173 nightly
The price is $197
May 20 - May 21
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Del Mar Inn

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"Great location and nice to stay in a non chain hotel with convenience to the pier where we had a nice dinner."
United States
Karen
$155 nightly
The price is $176
May 14 - May 15
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Rosa Inn

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"staff was so helpful and friendly. comfy beds, clean hotel, easy parking and we really loved their fresh breakfasts. It was nice touch to have access to free water, coffee, tea and cookies all day long. GREAT Location - walking distance to so much. Santa Barbara is beautiful and great restaurants. I would definitely stay here on another visit. "
United States
lisa
$287 nightly
The price is $327
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Eagle Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. We were so surprised at how well appointed it was! We booked at last minute but we will come back many times!!! We were impressed with all of the amenities! One item of distress was that the on line booking jumped by $80 so we called and woman said that the fee was correct. So we tried another service who offered for less so we booked. When we arrived we were greeted with a friendly owner!!"
United States
Rollin
$175 nightly
The price is $199
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor House Inn
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Surf-friendly beaches and a laid-back vibe make this coastal gem a perfect escape from big city bustle. Stroll the charming downtown, visit the seal sanctuary, or explore tide pools teeming with marine life at Carpinteria State Beach.

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Carpinteria

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Carpinteria, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Carpinteria, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Carpinteria for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Carpinteria near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Carpinteria 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Carpinteria?
Sandyland Shores- Carpinteria, around 0.7 mi southwest of downtown Carpinteria, is an Expedia customer favorite. A swimming pool and a barbecue grill are among its many amenities. Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn is another 3-star hotel that gets great reviews from travelers. It comes with a cafe and premium bedding, and is approximately 0.8 mi northwest of the center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Carpinteria?
The principal difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Carpinteria is the standard of service and availability of creature comforts. Three-star hotels are typically more economical and offer the services and amenities required to be comfortable, such as a gym, WiFi and breakfast. You can count on a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upmarket interiors, premium toiletries and extra touches like on-site day spas.

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