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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2.0 star property

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Room amenity
Outdoor pool
Property amenity
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

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5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013
  • Place, Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Carpinteria

At Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria 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 vending machine. 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.
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What's nearby

  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Clementine's Steak House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South also features 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)
  • No smoking on site
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria 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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The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Fees

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

  • Service fee: USD 2.03 per accommodation, per night

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 cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. 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

Is parking available at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South?

Yep, Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South on 12 Jul 2026 start from NZ$171, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South?

Yep, Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South is a short 18-minute walk from Carpinteria State Beach.

Does Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South have a pool?

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South?

No, Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South?

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

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 375 out of 1354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 75 out of 1354 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay for two nights, what was best about it that our dog can stay with us for free!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARIDIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location , clean and friendly staff..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and convenient for our quick trip to SB.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Great service and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, great restaurants near by and a short distance from Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Anthony

Staff nice, room clean .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean the staff was friendly and some how you arranged for perfect weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff people were very helpful. I hope to stay there again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Enrique Garcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price, I think the Hotel/Motel is a good value. It's in a safe area and the room was nice. The only drawback is that it's next to the freeway, so if your room is on that side, expect some serious freeway noise at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like this location a lot and will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Junhong

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It’s a wonderful hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was nice, I felt very safe traveling alone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean and lota of room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness
The beds were comfy, but the toilet needed cleaning and the toilet seat was loose.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and grounds were clean. One of my best stays at a Motel 6. Would stay here again. No Pet Fee!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Delcie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely motel in a great area. I had easy access to everything I wanted to see and do as well as a stunning beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marcelo Henrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The bed comfortable. We had a very nice stay there. The area around was very nice with great restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARITZA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was sparkling clean, and very comfortable. It was a great, safe location, extra plus we were allowed to stay with our 4-legged babies and no extra charge. Christina at front desk was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

esmeralda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location around area we were visiting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Zammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026