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A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.
A balcony with two chairs and a small table, overlooking a marina with boats and palm trees.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with large windows, comfortable seating, a reception desk, and a bookshelf.

1. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Karen
$156 nightly
$178 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Beachside Inn
A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a wooden ceiling.
A dining area with glass tables and chairs, large windows, and a zebra-patterned carpet.
A hotel with a red-bricked courtyard, multiple balconies with plants, and a covered entrance area.

2. Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Carpinteria
United States
Mary
$144 nightly
$165 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, two armchairs, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There are two doors leading to a balcony, and a chandelier hangs from the ceiling.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a covered walkway, and a view of the street.

3. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Richard
$237 nightly
$271 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A white building with blue awnings and a number '121' sign.
A bar area with a brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.
A modern living room with a white brick wall, a sofa set, a coffee table, wicker chairs, and artwork.

4. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Trent
$171 nightly
$196 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Riviera Beach House
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.
A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

5. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Amanda
$239 nightly
$272 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.
A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.
A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

6. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Rachita
$239 nightly
$272 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Mason Beach Inn
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.
A beachside path with bicycles, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A hotel with a red roof, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.
A table with a pitcher of dark liquid, a clear pitcher, and glasses, along with small bowls of pretzels and nuts.

7. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Brandon
$212 nightly
$242 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, overlooking the ocean.
A coastal scene with a pier extending into the water, a building with a neon sign, and a rocky shoreline with palm trees.
A room with a balcony, a table, and two chairs.
Beach/ocean view

8. Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Mussel Shoals
United States
David
$155 nightly
$168 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.
A well-lit entrance with a decorative archway, a purple door, and potted plants labeled 'VILLA' and 'ROSA'.
A seaside patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A pool area with a red umbrella, stone statues, and a spa sign.

9. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Aaron
$134 nightly
$152 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Ala Mar by the Sea
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.
A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

10. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Lori
$164 nightly
$187 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Marina Beach Hotel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven.
A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, and a view of the outdoors.
A resort with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a grey armchair, and a wooden floor.

11. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Reiko
$111 nightly
$127 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.
A seaside patio with wicker chairs, a view of the marina, and palm trees.
A bridge leading to a row of white buildings with balconies, a palm tree, and a brick pathway.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with two armchairs and a small table, a patterned wall, and a wooden floor.

12. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Mario
$310 nightly
$353 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor View Inn
Front of property
A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a backdrop of buildings and trees.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.
A room with two leather chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

13. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Brian
$191 nightly
$218 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Eagle Inn
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.
A beach with a calm sea, a crescent moon, and palm trees in the distance.
A street with a pedestrian crossing, palm trees, and a building with a tiled roof.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

14. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Rodney J
$154 nightly
$174 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Haley Hotel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, a hanging lamp, and a view of the outdoors.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a view of the city through a window.

15. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Emeterio
$242 nightly
$276 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A courtyard with a curved seating area, a fire pit, and a bicycle.
A building with a covered walkway, palm trees, and a well-lit exterior.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a window with a view of a balcony.
A hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring a balcony with potted plants, a well-lit entrance, and a sign indicating it is a Casa Del Mar Inn.

16. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Tzu-ying
$149 nightly
$169 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Del Mar Inn
A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.
An outdoor seating area with a glass table, red cushions, and potted plants.
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a road with a pedestrian crossing.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, a television, and a staircase.

17. Villa Rosa Inn

Villa Rosa Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Elizabeth
$195 nightly
$221 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Villa Rosa Inn
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.
A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

18. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
James
$162 nightly
$185 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor House Inn
A white sign with "Palmoro House" written on it, surrounded by a metal fence and greenery.
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a sink with a mirror above, and a toilet.
A multi-story building with balconies, a covered patio, and a gate marked with the number 424.
A sign for "Palmoro House" with a white background and gold lettering, surrounded by greenery and trees.

19. Palmoro House

Palmoro House
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Rolando
$226 nightly
$257 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Palmoro House
A wooden interior with a fireplace, bookshelves, and a dining area.
A balcony with two wooden chairs, a table with a silver bucket and glasses, and a view of the sea.
A wooden table with a glass top, a bottle of champagne, a tray with a floral arrangement, and a plate of fruit.
A cozy wooden interior with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a seating area.

20. Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
Santa Barbara
United States
Gregory
$249 nightly
$289 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Inn on Summer Hill
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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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