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
Interior
Coffee service
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Located just steps from Carpinteria State Beach, Motel 6 Carpinteria offers a relaxing outdoor pool and pleasant terrace for unwinding. Travelers appreciate the attentive staff and easy access to local shopping, while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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
(22 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
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
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013

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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪City Market Center - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel near Carpinteria State Beach
Located close to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South provides a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a vending machine and smoke-free property
  • Coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 138 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels

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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 stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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)

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South on 26 Oct 2025 start from AU$155.02, 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 Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Carpinteria State Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Rincon Beach. Butterfly Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within 12 mi (20 km). Carpinteria Station is 20 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 370 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1192 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1192 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MU CHUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and good to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie

Pleasent quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and conveniently located
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best option when we stay in Carp
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmiña

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was impeccably clean, and it's in a walkable area to downtown, coffee shops, and the beach, near a beautiful beach trail head.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
was very clean, and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice clean property relatively close to food and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the grounds were kept nice, all the plants seemed to be thriving.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

leo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located close to breakfast places, parking easy staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Raj

Liked: Amenities
Easy location.. plenty of parking.. safe area..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Abraham

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

4/10 Poor

Michelle

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is the most depressing motel I’ve ever stayed in. The room smelled of urine, but the bathroom was relatively clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is very convenient to my purpose of being in town. Very affordable and accommodating. I will be back many times.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

mezzomix

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the ocean Clean rooms, soft beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Need m oh re blankets and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Liked: Amenities
great place for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jezebel

Friendly staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Tifanee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The rooms were clean and the location was perfect for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are pretty simple but very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025