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8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,069 reviews)
"Nice Stay and plenty of variety for breakfast "
Jacqueline
$159 nightly
The price is $182
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,139 reviews)
"Great Stay"
RODOLFO
$229 nightly
The price is $261
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,109 reviews)
"Great complimentary breakfast and location. "
Kristine
$152 nightly
The price is $173
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Total with taxes and fees
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,016 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, would stay again"
Nereyda
$177 nightly
The price is $205
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,183 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
Chris
$110 nightly
The price is $126
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Total with taxes and fees
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,856 reviews)
"Convenient location and beautiful area. "
Agnieszka
$167 nightly
The price is $191
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,117 reviews)
"Place is clean, spacious and good breakfast plus walking distance to the beach was a big plus!"
Elizabeth
$109 nightly
The price is $125
Feb 3 - Feb 4
Total with taxes and fees
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Santa Barbara Inn
901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
$279 nightly
The price is $318 total per night from Jan 31 to Feb 1
$318 total
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Total with taxes and fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 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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Price trends for properties with 3 Stars in Santa Barbara
Less expensive | More expensive | Next month |
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January | July | $179 |
Month | Price |
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January | $167 |
February | $179 |
March | $202 |
April | $235 |
May | $258 |
June | $289 |
July | $296 |
August | $285 |
September | $280 |
October | $260 |
November | $240 |
December | $238 |
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed properties with 3 stars in Santa Barbara. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Santa Barbara
There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Santa Barbara 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.
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