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Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,427 reviews)
"Great hotel!!! "
United States
Jamie
$263 nightly
The price is $300
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Santa Barbara

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,228 reviews)
"The location was very nice, very clean room and the breakfast was delicious! "
United States
Vincent
$231 nightly
The price is $263
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
Beachside Inn

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, (1,126 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
$249 nightly
The price is $284
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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, (1,407 reviews)
"A great place to stay!"
United States
Alison
$298 nightly
The price is $340
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total with taxes and fees
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,342 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
$287 nightly
The price is $328
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Lavender Inn by the Sea

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location and it is newly renovated. We were right outside the pool, however on the first floor, which did made it feel a lot less private and the walls were thin, but all in all it was a very good stay."
United States
Kristen
$328 nightly
The price is $373
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
Mason Beach Inn

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, (454 reviews)
"Excellent, very quaint, beautifully decorated, staff is amazing, convenient to shopping restaurants and beach"
United States
Matthew
$269 nightly
The price is $307
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location, great places for breakfast and dinner options within walking distance."
United States
Andrea
$348 nightly
The price is $397
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor View Inn

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
Mussel Shoals
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect location for a mini vacation getaway. Whether you want to lounge by the pool with ocean views, walk to the beach or a nice bike ride"
United States
Gabriela
$174 nightly
The price is $187
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total with taxes and fees
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,141 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
$290 nightly
The price is $331
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Marina Beach Hotel

The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and its location to the beach was great. Many restaurants within walking distance."
United States
John
$339 nightly
The price is $386
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Eagle Inn

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
$240 nightly
The price is $273
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
Ala Mar by the Sea

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Such a cute property. Friendly staff, clean, comfortable room and very short walk to the water. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
Teri
$180 nightly
The price is $206
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay! In a perfect location! "
United States
Taylor
$244 nightly
The price is $279
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Riviera Beach House

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (664 reviews)
"Walking distance to great night life and beach"
United States
Alma Gabriela
$193 nightly
The price is $218
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Haley Hotel

Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"A very cool place to stay... Location was excellent"
United States
George
$244 nightly
The price is $277
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Rosa Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay very close to the beach and to great restaurants"
United States
Cole
$222 nightly
The price is $253
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Del Mar Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Jill
$192 nightly
The price is $219
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor House Inn

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (340 reviews)
"Beach is 1 block away the zoo is only 7 min away walking rooms are super comfortable and clean "
United States
Reyna
$289 nightly
The price is $330
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Total with taxes and fees
Palmoro House

Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Lower State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (815 reviews)
"Moxy had all the great amenities we were looking for in a hotel. Great location, friendly staff, and clean rooms. Can’t wait to come back. "
United States
Diego
$263 nightly
The price is $300
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Moxy Santa Barbara
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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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