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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2.0 star property
Beachside relaxation awaits at this laid-back motel where guests can enjoy poolside lounging, grab convenient snacks, or simply unwind on the welcoming grounds

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Motel 6 Carpinteria offers California's coastal charm with an inviting terrace and snack bar/deli. Enjoy in-room WiFi, a refreshing outdoor pool, and quick bites from the vending machine. The helpful staff enhance your stay at this well-located Santa Barbara North property.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Carpinteria, Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North is near the beach. Butterfly Beach and Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Channel. Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Arts and Culture Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Carpinteria travel guide
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4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA, 93013

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carpinteria State Beach
    Carpinteria State Beach
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
    1 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Seaside Gardens
    2 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station
    5 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brass Bird
    17 min walk
  • Clementine's Steak House
    12 min walk
  • Carl's Jr.
    13 min walk
  • The Spot
    2 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Hives
    3 min drive

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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

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • 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: 4 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: USD 2.30 per accommodation, per night

We have included 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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North located?

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, Carpinteria State Beach, and Tomol Interpretive Play Area. Seaside Gardens and Friends of the Library Used Bookstore are also within 1 mi (2 km). Carpinteria Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 536 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 173 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 97 out of 1194 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1194 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Customer service was remarkable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arlena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, Affordable prices and staff is very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, quiet, good location, great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aleksei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was so hospitable and friendly❤️ The location is great , it was so close to Santa Barbara . It’s definitely worth coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Dorota

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

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Nice staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to take quick rest. Staff it's very nice and helpful. Wouldn't mind staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was pretty clean and the staff was helpful. The motel was busy and well booked so it felt safe. The hotel is located near the highway. I was on the 3rd floor facing the pool. You could still hear the highway noise quite a bit, but after the first night I got used to it. I realize it's mostly psychological, because most people can sleep inside of a moving car on a noisy highway but have trouble sleeping when they hear the slightest noise. I just pretended the highway noise was a good background to lull me to sleep and it worked.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Air conditioning worked great. Grounds were pretty and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel, good service everything is fine. Hotel have big parking is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very affordable. Clean room. The staff was polite and helpful, especially the lady. Pleasantly surprised because most affordable motels are in worse condition.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eduard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good hotel good services
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sulakshana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and staff very friendly and cooperative.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff super friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Cheyenne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A/C heater system had a smell when turned on. Tried to open the window but is completely sealed off; therefore, could not open and is a safety concern. Vent in bathroom is covered in dust. If you plan to stay for more than one night, bring your own shampoo, conditioner, and body Other than that, room is nice and is probably still in the updating process from when it was once a Motel 6.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sam

Disliked: Amenities
The room was everything you could expect from a motel off of the freeway...but the staff were absolutely amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room freindly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this place! I’ve stayed here a number of times over the last six years and I’ve never been disappointed. It’s always top notch regarding cleanliness and friendly service. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Souren

Liked: Cleanliness
Helpful and attentive staff, quick check
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marianelly

Very Cleaning Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick check-in, simple modern room very comfortable and the staff who check me in it was very friendly and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025