What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Santa Barbara?

One of the perks of staying at a motel in or near Santa Barbara is inexpensive rates. This means more bucks in your wallet for activities and tours. Often positioned near airport terminals and highways, and with on-site parking, this property type is a popular option among road trippers. When you stay at a 3-star hotel, you'll get more than just an inviting room to kick back in. You'll also usually have access to conveniences like business facilities and free WiFi.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Santa Barbara?

Enjoy the included breakfast at Inn By The Harbour . This 3-star property in Santa Barbara also has a swimming pool and complimentary use of a nearby fitness centre. Alternatively, pour yourself a fresh brew and fuel up at Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach , which also offers complimentary breakfast.

Do any 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara have a pool?

Take a swim in between touring the sights at Moxy Santa Barbara or Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown . They're favourite 3-star properties that have a pool in Santa Barbara. The summer months of June, July and August are a great time to stay at a hotel with a pool in this city. If you visit in the warmest month of August, you'll experience average temperatures of 16ºC at night to 28ºC during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara have an on-site restaurant?

Secure a room at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown and eat without leaving the comfort of your accommodations. Pillow top mattresses and a swimming pool are other amenities at this leading 3-star pick in Santa Barbara. Need to fuel up after a big day of sights and activities? See what's cooking at the on-site restaurant at Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton , which also comes with a terrace and hypo-allergenic bedding.

Do any 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara have WiFi?

Log in to the WiFi at Hotel Santa Barbara and easily post all your incredible photos of Santa Barbara. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown is another 3-star hotel where you'll be able to get online while on the move. WiFi may be included in the room price or available for a supplementary fee, so don't forget to check before booking.

What 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara have parking?

Two of our favourites are Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown and Hotel Santa Barbara . These 3-star accommodations in Santa Barbara offer parking, making it easy for you to get behind the wheel and go. Escape from the city for a day and discover new places farther afield. Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Zuma Beach are among the incredible attractions that you can easily reach by car from Santa Barbara.

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Hotel Santa Barbara

Downtown Santa Barbara

Sruti

CA $390 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 19 - Apr 20

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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North State

Kim

CA $308 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

Geri

CA $346 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 22 - Apr 23

Beachside Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

Karen

CA $255 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Riviera Beach House

Santa Barbara Beach

Jeremy

CA $283 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Harbor View Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

Margaret

CA $434 total

includes taxes & fees

May 3 - May 4

Inn By The Harbor

Santa Barbara Beach

Eleanor

CA $315 total

includes taxes & fees

May 4 - May 5

Lemon Tree Inn

North State

Ken

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 22 - Apr 23

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park

Danica

CA $267 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Beach

Briana

CA $240 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 20 - Apr 21

Marina Beach Motel

Santa Barbara Beach

Michael

CA $306 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Santa Barbara Beach

timothy

CA $364 total

includes taxes & fees

May 11 - May 12

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

Santa Barbara Beach

Kseniya

CA $321 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 20 - Apr 21

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Santa Barbara Beach

Tony

CA $327 total

includes taxes & fees

May 3 - May 4

Villa Rosa Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

Jaime

CA $374 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Mason Beach Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

Joshua

CA $440 total

includes taxes & fees

May 6 - May 7

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Santa Barbara

Grace

CA $425 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 26 - Apr 27

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park

Alex

CA $368 total

includes taxes & fees

May 3 - May 4

Palmoro House

Santa Barbara Beach

Shanel

CA $275 total

includes taxes & fees

May 10 - May 11

Casa Jardin

Laguna

Charles

CA $291 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 15 - Apr 16

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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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Hotel Santa Barbara

4/10 Poor

"I did not even know that there was a pool. The staff did not tell me anything about it. "

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great long weekend in Santa Barbara at Beachside Inn. Staff was. Try friendly and always able to answer questions. We loved it so much we asked to stay another night and they were great at accommodating us. The breakfasts were ver good too! Parking is great and a lot of room and our room was fine. They were even renovating but we were not disturbed at all. Thank you all!"

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2/10 Terrible

"I don't know where to start on this one. The property is basically an old Best Western, that had a lick of paint applied to it. So if you want to experience Motel 6 level of property with Marriott pricing this is the right spot. Huge holes by the door (door looks like it was last swapped in 90's), holes where old paintings used to hang, broken bathroom fans, draft under the door. exposed flooring joints. The remodel was done by someone who has clearly has never done one and the amount of investment was negligible. This is probably the first time I felt like writing a review like this because I felt like I was completely ripped off and a switch a bait was done. The outside of the property btw, also doesn't look it was updated at all either. I would not recommend to stay here at all. If you want a Marriott find a real one not this Found Garbage by Marriott. "

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The top 3 Stars hotels in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara may offer some of the best discounts and rates, but these properties are anything but average. Travelers love Santa Barbara 3 Stars hotels for their top quality services, just-like-home amenities, and wallet-friendly prices. You can even get access to fantastic perks like delectable restaurants, so-cool cocktail bars, and spacious fitness centres.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara?

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown, around 0.64 kilometres northwest of downtown Santa Barbara, is an Expedia customer favourite. Pillow top mattresses and a swimming pool are among its conveniences. Hotel Santa Barbara is another 3-star hotel that gets great reviews from travellers. It offers private winery tours and pillow top mattresses, and is about 0.97 kilometres southeast of the centre.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Santa Barbara?

Relaxation comes easy in 3-star hotels in Santa Barbara. On top of cozy surroundings, these more affordable lodgings include a host of welcome amenities like free WiFi, coffee maker and fitness facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined ambience with enhanced features such as an on-site spa, indoor or outdoor pool and bigger rooms. No matter your preferred hotel category or what you want to spend, Expedia has what you're looking for.

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