Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Carpinteria State Beach

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Interior
Coffee service
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

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5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rincon Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(80 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable channels
LCD TV
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable channels
LCD TV
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Air-conditioning
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
LCD TV
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Carpinteria

At Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South, you'll be 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from Carpinteria State Beach and 6.6 km (4.1 mi) from Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Carpinteria motel include Rincon Beach and Butterfly Beach.

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Rincon Beach Park - 3 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 5 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Butterfly Beach - 10 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 20 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rusty's Pizza Parlor - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel with free parking, near Carpinteria State Beach
As a guest of Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South also features coffee/tea in common area, laundry facilities, and camper van/bus/lorry parking. Free self parking is available.

This Carpinteria motel is smoke free.

  • 138 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South offers 138 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$180.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Yep, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Yep, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South is a short 18-minute walk from Carpinteria State Beach.

Does Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have a pool?

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

No, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

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

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 540 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 361 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 60 out of 1186 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location around area we were visiting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quick get Away

Clean and quiet room. Mattress very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Abraham

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Abraham

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very kind and courteous.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roselin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Stay.

Our stay was very good. The only issues were not having our room cleaned one day (fresh towels were brought to us when we called for them) and not having one of our room key cards work (front office gave us a replacement card that worked).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was pleasant but upon arriving they wanted to charge extra for handicap No way we already prepaid.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Arnoldo, Newark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Price
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is the most inexpensive hotel in the area. The room was clean, as was the pool. But the place in general is run down, walls are thin, and the room had a musty odor to it that made it hard to fall asleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sirirat

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property exterior and interior were clean. Our room was small but well designed also comfortable. The staffs were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey, Fort Myers

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

SUSAN

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Pass this one on by....

This hotel was not the quality that Motel 6 usually gives. There was a bad smell in the room, and the phone didn't work. The only amenity given was coffee in the morning and at 7:30 am, it was lukewarm and tasted like it was still in the dispenser from the day before. At over $220 a night, this was a disgrace!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty and smelly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Arlen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location near beach. Room was clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Clean but cold water only

I would have given them 5 stars across the board BUT of the 3 days we were there, we only took one hot shower. One day was cold water only and the other was barely lukewarm. When I called to ask about the water or concessions for the inconvenience they couldn't care less.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nirvikar

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

ShaKenya

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s a good location, but had lots of construction guys there who took all the lower floors and parking. Beds could be bigger. All that I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom, FT WORTH

Travelled with family
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Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsay

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
the toilet clogged and they couldn't plunge the toilet. instead we were offered to switch rooms at 1145pm 😭 i usually like this area since it's close to the beach and affordable i would stay again just if i'm offered that room again i would request a different one 😎
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
They have an abundance of parking and even if it seems on the edge of the town its super walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is ok, staff was helpful. Overall a good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025