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Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
This beachside Santa Barbara motel puts travelers steps from the sand with helpful staff, garden spaces, and easy access to coastal attractions.

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Marina Beach Motel in Santa Barbara Beach offers continental breakfast, a charming garden, and practical amenities like luggage storage, free newspapers, and WiFi. Guests can borrow bicycles to explore Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(108 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Grand Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible | Terrace/patio

Grand Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Room | Terrace/patio

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Room | Terrace/patio

Exclusive Room

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Courtyard Area | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Courtyard Area

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, Marina Beach Motel is near a train station and near the beach. Paseo Nuevo Mall and La Arcada are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Andree Clark Bird Refuge. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Santa Barbara Bowl or Municipal Tennis Center. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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Map
21 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline
    West Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03
    Santa Barbara City College
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • a gorgeous summer landscape at the beach with vast blue ocean water and silky brown sand surrounded by lush green trees, plants and homes with blue sky and clouds at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara
    Leadbetter Beach
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf
    Stearns Wharf
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room
    10 min walk
  • SB Biergarten
    9 min walk
  • Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Brophy Bros
    10 min walk
  • Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen
    7 min walk

About this property

Marina Beach Motel

Motel located in Santa Barbara Beach
Take advantage of free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Marina Beach Motel. In addition to a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, a water dispenser, and a vending machine
  • A computer station, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Marina Beach Motel include thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Marina Beach Motel Motel
Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara
Marina Beach Motel Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Is Marina Beach Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marina Beach Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Marina Beach Motel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Marina Beach Motel located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this motel is steps from West Beach and Carriage and Western Art Museum. Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara City College are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Marina Beach Motel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 956 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1082 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1082 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect spot for a short stay near the beach. Convenient to everything and the front desk staff were the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

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Amazing staff and super clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

Louise M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay. It checks all the boxes—- clean, comfortably, great location, and wonderful, friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay in a great area of Santa Barbara. The room was spotless and the staff was very friendly and professional. I loved the fact that is was a small hotel. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, charming, beautiful motel. Staff was great, rooms were clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location. Clean and the staff was super. Highly recommend and like that it close to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Clean, location, pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adin

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Staff were so wonderful. Location was great
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

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Room are clean and the staff helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staffs and excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful, clean room, good breakfast selection, convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

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The room was excellent, the breakfast plentiful, really great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

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The room was great and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Oleksandr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The staff was friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. The location is beautiful and convenient for exploring the area. Overall, a very pleasant stay and we would definitely come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice location, super walkable! Staff, parking, breakfast - all great. We are repeat visitors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy room, great shower, very good service. Wish we were staying longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean & updated. Staff was very courteous & helpful. Continental breakfast was fresh with coffee, tea, milk, OJ, bagels & variety of baked goods, yogurt, boiled eggs, fruit & cereal. We would definitely recommend this place & would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

KELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel very close to the harbor. Clean, nice suites, great staff, nice selection for breakfast, bikes,safe neighborhood and walkable to many restaurants and attractions. Great value!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would 100% percent recommend everything’s 100% in pretty good shape. Very clean, friendly staff. We love this place, our room was pretty small but we didn’t mind it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness of room and up keep of outside areas, friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely stay here in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Super clean rooms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good parking and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025