Aparthotel

The 3 Dux

2.5 star property

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Located near the historic Stearns Wharf, The 3 Dux aparthotel offers a refreshing coastal experience. Guests can relax in the garden after a day of exploration or gather with friends in the outdoor entertainment area, creating a comfortable home base during their stay.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
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About this property

The 3 Dux

  • Aparthotel near Stearns Wharf
  • Located close to MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Santa Barbara Harbor, The 3 Dux provides 20 beach bars, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area.
  • Other perks at this aparthotel include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Free bike hire, an electric car charging station and express check-out
    • Express check-in, beach umbrellas and beach towels
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts, such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs and travel cots
    • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
    • 48-inch LED TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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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 aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

- You don't need to tidy the bed and you don't need to collect the towels. We will take care of all that.

- Optional, if you want to deposit your trash: the blue recycling and brown garbage cans are located around the corner at the entrance to the parking lot. Watch your head as you open the trash gate.

- Optional, let us know when you check out so we can notify the cleaners. - Check personal belongings - Return furniture to their original location if you moved stuff - Turn things off

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
On-site 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number 62468

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is The 3 Dux pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The 3 Dux?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The 3 Dux?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The 3 Dux?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The 3 Dux located?

Located in Lower State, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Stearns Wharf. Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse are also within 1 mi (2 km). Santa Barbara Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very cosy place. Very clean and tidy on arrival. Excellent location for downtown SB.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Prithvi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Antti

Liked: Room comfort, communication
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024