The 3 Dux

2.5 star property

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Garden
Memory-foam beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse | Living area
Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary | Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
402 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    7 min walk
  • Paseo Nuevo Mall
    7 min walk
  • Lobero Theater
    12 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    13 min drive

Room options

Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Baby Dux - Hip Hideaway on the Urban Wine Trail

  • 24 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed

Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Trundle Bed

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About this property

The 3 Dux

Art Deco Santa Barbara aparthotel in Lower State with free parking
Along with 20 beach bars, this smoke-free aparthotel has free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden. Each apartment boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a washer/dryer. Guests will appreciate conveniences like a dining area and a sitting area, while an LED TV with digital channels and Netflix provide a bit of entertainment.
The 3 Dux offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and iPod docking stations. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas and include dining tables. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 48-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include MP3 docking stations and washers/dryers.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at The 3 Dux, you're just a quick walk from Antioch University. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and 20 beach bars are available. Built in 1932, this budget aparthotel has 3 apartments on 2 floors. Each apartment offers free WiFi and a washer/dryer.
  • Each apartment offers a washer/dryer, a fireplace, and a memory foam bed
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the 20 beach bars
  • Services include luggage storage and a virtual front desk
  • Onsite recreation includes complimentary bicycles
  • Within a 15-minute walk of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Stearns Wharf
As a guest of The 3 Dux, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 20 beach bars. The business-friendly The 3 Dux also features express check-in and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of The 3 Dux was completed in September 2021.

This Art Deco Santa Barbara aparthotel is smoke free.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self-parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max. 1 space per unit)
  • Electric car charging station on site

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Travel cot

Food and drink

  • Fridge (mini)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Freezer
  • Toaster

Dining

  • 20 beach bars
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium channels
  • Netflix
  • Hulu
  • Streaming services
  • MP3 docking station
  • iPod docking station
  • Pay films
  • DVR

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry detergent

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Soundproofing
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Local maps
  • Window screens
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout curtains
  • Virtual front desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guide

Location highlights

  • Near the boardwalk
  • Near the airport
  • Near a train station
  • In the city centre
  • In the entertainment district
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Public winery tours
  • Free bike hire on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 3 rooms
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1932
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Individually decorated

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Schlage Home mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 450 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property does not have a front desk. Guests will receive an email 5 days before arrival with check-in information and smart lock details. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Guests are recommended to download the property's Schlage Home mobile app before check-in. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
Property Registration Number 62468

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served at The 3 Dux.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The 3 Dux Aparthotel
The 3 Dux Santa Barbara
The 3 Dux Aparthotel Santa Barbara

The 3 Dux Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 4 nights and would definitely return if visiting Santa Barbara again. Communication with our host Debbie was great. Everything was as described in the listing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Staff and location were perfect!
Staff and property were excellent. Location and amenities were fantastic! Space was a little tight in the Baby Dux but was acceptable. I would stay there again or recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was the perfect place to stay in downtown Santa barbara. It was quiet and had all the amenities we needed! It was easily within walking distance of state street in the beach. The views were spectacular of the Santa ynez mountains. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Prithvi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
What we liked: Great location, right next to the happening State Street. Has an on site EV charger. Checkin experience was seamless. Place was quite clean. What we did not like: This is specifically for the Baby Dux room (other 2 rooms would likely not have this issue): There is no separate bedroom, just a studio apartment with a couch that converts into a bed that isn’t too comfortable even with the bed topper. Did not provide proper sleeping pillows, had to use the couch pillows. We felt deceived as the property posted pictures of the entire place and not by specific room type, leading us to believe that we’d actually get a bedroom with a proper bed. I expected more for the high room rate being charged. The washer dryer unit in the bathroom is too large and protruding, making it very crammed to use the toilet. Suggestions to owner: Please post pictures by room type and make it apparent to guests what they’re really getting. Upgrade to a more comfortable couch bed. Provide proper bedtime pillows. Push in the washer dryer unit or get a smaller one. Include some extra toiletries like lotion and make the storage space for the hair dryer more elegant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen, Burlingame

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend The 3 Dux! In the Papa suite, we spent each morning enjoying our gourmet coffee provided by the host (with a wide selection of creamers) on the balcony, watching the sun rise against the mountains. At night we loved the fire and being so close to restaurants and wine tasting. The location is perfect - close enough to take a run on the bike path along the beach and enjoy great people-watching on State Street, but then retire to a quiet oasis for the night. The bedding was very comfortable. The host was even kind enough to mail us some items we forgot when we left. Thank you! We will definitely stay here again!

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Mama Dux is great.
This is a wonderful place to stay. One block off of State St., perfect location. Even being so central the unit is extremely private, with both a nice deck and a separate patio with table and BBQ in a pretty garden. The inside is very pretty, lots of nice art and appointments. VERY clean. Good bed, nice shower, great kitchen. Of the many Air B and Bs I have stayed in, this ranks in the top 10. The owners are very communicative and great with follow up, all by text and email. A great find!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
the sweet spot
Our stay at the 3 Dux was wonderful. Located just steps away from the funk zone, state street and the beach, we did not move the car the whole stay. The apartment was clean spacious and the well appointed deck had a beautiful view of the mountains at sunset. We hope we are able to stay with you again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023