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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Barbara Zoo

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Room amenity
Exterior
Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Outdoor pool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Television

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Television

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cable channels
Desk
  • 19 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel near Santa Barbara Zoo
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach provides a terrace and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 51 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Limited housekeeping, desks, and phones

Languages

English, Spanish

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 150 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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 elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

6 Santa Barbara Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach Motel 6
Santa Barbara Motel Six
Motel Six Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Motel 6
Motel 6 Santa Barbara - Beach Hotel Santa Barbara
6 Santa Barbara, Ca Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Motel
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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 150 lbs per pet.

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

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 50 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50 (subject to availability).

Where is Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo. Chase Palm Park and Cabrillo Pavillion are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 644 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 226 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1003 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was fantastic, comfortable room and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Calli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Clean, super friendly employees, great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALISON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property in great location, very clean, perfect for our 1 night stop
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cleanest motel 6 forsure
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

8/10 Good

kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location right by the beach. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really good .Easy access to the beach . Great location and clean room. We definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location ! Cool pool!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of our favorite stays from our California road trip and we were only here for one night. With out a doubt coming back and spending way more time here. Amazing front desk staff and with a less than 2 minute walk to the beach, I couldn’t had asked for a better stay on the Cali trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Motel 6. The rooms were very clean, modern and comfortable. Amazing location and the staff was super nice. Thanks Motel 6 for welcoming my fur-loves.Thanks Expedia for my VIP wine bottle.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. The property is a great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel - terrific value, perfect location. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast & friendly. Extra towels !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decor!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very fun that it was renovated in retro style.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and close to restaurants and the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient for travel, just across the road to West Beach. The room is small but clean, free parking and pets are welcome. It is worth staying next time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to the place I want.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to beach
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay at property again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Amenities
We arrived late and still enjoyed a night walk on the beach - a block away from the property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuriko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Right in front of the beach and not crowded.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025