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The 3 Dux

2.5 star property

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Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary | Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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402 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara County Courthouse
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse

Papa Dux - A Playful Urban Penthouse

  • Mountain view
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

Mama Dux - A Sumptuous Urban Sanctuary

  • Garden view
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Trundle Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

The 3 Dux places you in the centre of Santa Barbara, within just a 15-minute stroll of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Stearns Wharf. Highlights at this Art Deco aparthotel include in-room washers/dryers, free WiFi and fireplaces. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features an LED TV with digital channels, along with an iPod dock, a dining area and a sitting area. A microwave and a stovetop make in-room dining convenient. A memory foam bed, a coffee/tea maker and free bottled water are also available. .With 20 beach bars to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the aparthotel. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, free use of bicycles and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Lower State aparthotel include Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
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What's nearby

  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Agria Specialty Ales - Santa Barbara Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dune Coffee Roasters - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shaker Mill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Craft Ramen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪EOS Lounge - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The 3 Dux

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.

This Art Deco Santa Barbara aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 20 bars on the beach
  • Built in 1932
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
The 3 Dux offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and washers/dryers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate dining areas and includes dining tables. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. 48-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels, pay-per-view films and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

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 complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • Travel cot

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • 20 beach bars
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • DVR
  • Hulu
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock
  • Netflix
  • Pay films
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rug in room
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Wine tours
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 floors
  • 3 units
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1932
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electric car charging station
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The 3 Dux?

The 3 Dux offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The 3 Dux?

Yep, The 3 Dux has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to The 3 Dux?

Yep, The 3 Dux is a short 9-minute walk from West Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing and fishing.

What luxury perks are available at The 3 Dux?

This property features 20 beach bars, as well as memory foam beds and a fireplace.

Is The 3 Dux family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and free bike rentals, as well as highchairs and travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The 3 Dux is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The 3 Dux?

No, The 3 Dux does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The 3 Dux?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The 3 Dux?

No, pets are not allowed.

The 3 Dux Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

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

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

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

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