Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

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

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Two single beds with white linens and dark gray throw pillows, a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view.
Welcome to our hotel, where guests can check in and enjoy a range of amenities, including a coffee station and refrigerator.
Located near a body of water, this building offers a central courtyard with a pool.
Conveniently stocked with a range of drinks, this vending machine offers a quick refreshment option.
Relax by the central pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.4 out of 10
Good
(66 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 - 4.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 5 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 13 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria Rincon Alteno - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 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).

Languages

English, Spanish

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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.

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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 7 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South on 4 Sept 2025 start from NZ$188.31, 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. 525 out of 1175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 1175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 81 out of 1175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1175 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

6/10 Okay

Siva

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

MORDECHAI

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Fabiola

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was filthy and it smelled awful. We requested a non smoking room and it smelled like smoke. Also, there looked like an unhoused man moving into the room next us. He was making so much noise while moving in his stuff. He also had a dog staying with him. It felt unsafe overall. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Allain

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is walking distance to a commercial plaza corner(restaurants,grocery market, banks, gas station before freeway S or N 101entrance). It is also about 3 mins drive to the nearest beach coast hiking, walking,jogging.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luyang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

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

Happy with my stay.

I was pleasantly surprised as to how nice our room was. It was very clean, smelled good and we couldn’t hear the traffic. The beds were comfy, pillows were meh. The pool looked nice. The people at the front desk were kind. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sarah Agudo

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was a breeze, very helpful young mad at the desk. The property was very clean. Pool looked very clean and inviting (didn’t use it as it was a bit cool) . Our room was very clean. It had everything you need for an overnight stay for some much needed rest before heading home . Oh and pet friendly as well .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia, Wasco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location of the property was very convenient. It was nearby shopping malls. It was clean and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Philip

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was no bigger than a child bedroom. The bathroom doors are ghetto. The comtinental breakfast is coffee only. I want a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Theodore, Mountain View

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the nicer Motel 6 along US 101, with easy walking access to restaurants, groceries, and services in downtown Carpinteria.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

YILIN, ROWLAND HEIGNTS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean, the front door staff is nice and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great For the Beach

We hadn’t stayed at a motel 6 in decades, but we had grand kids and didn’t want to camp. I would go back. We were a little concerned by all the men who seemed to work but not live locally, but they were quiet after eight, and we didn’t hear them in the am. There is NO microwave anywhere, not even the front office, and limited coffee pots to heat water. But there was a fridge. Walking to anywhere is perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

Best Value and Clean

Best value, professional front desk help, very very clean property. Sandy is especially great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Belem

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