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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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A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a red roof. - Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North (Carpinteria)
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, white countertops, and a built-in TV. - Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North (Carpinteria)
A compact room with a round table, two wooden chairs, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, and a coat rack. - Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North (Carpinteria)
A hotel room with two beds, a dining table, and a chair. - Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North (Carpinteria)
A row of vending machines with various beverages and snacks, including Coca-Cola and Gatorade, in a commercial setting. - Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North (Carpinteria)
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

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a window with curtains, and a door.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a door leading to a bathroom, and a refrigerator.

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Roll-in Shower, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Carpinteria, Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North is near the beach. Travelers looking for local activities can try Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Municipal Tennis Center or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Visit our Carpinteria travel guide
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4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA, 93013

What's nearby

  • A residential area with houses and a mountainous backdrop.
    Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A beach at sunset with people walking along the shore.
    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

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

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 and Carpinteria State Beach. Tomol Interpretive Play Area and Seaside Gardens 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

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 588 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 197 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 123 out of 1322 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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He room was clean & it had everything that I needed. The staff was fantastic. Great location as well!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Denice

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Dog friendly and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Peter

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The property is really a bargain for the coastal area. The property is a bit dated and could use some updating. The location is great right off the 101 FWY. Parking was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janeth

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Very clean close. Microwave and mini fridge in the room. Very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Ruben

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Stay was great but the room smelled bad. Tolerated it for the two nights I was there. Otherwise, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garrett

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Everything was clean, pool was clean. Rooms were all updated, everything worked as it should. Shower stayed hot the entire time. Right by the freeway, bus stops, gas stations which was good for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bernabe

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Staff are polite and helpful . Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

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Great location and facility
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

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Great location and service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arlena

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Clean rooms, Affordable prices and staff is very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lorena

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Customer service was remarkable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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Very clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

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Clean room, quiet, good location, great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Khandice

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Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very nice. The air condition in our room smelled like the filters have not been changed for a very long time. Bed was comfy. Wish they had 4 pillows instead of two. It was a small room, and you can hear the cars from the freeway. Parking was easy, plenty of it. Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Richard

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Room was quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Nomora

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We had a great stay at this hotel. The room was very clean, and the entire property was quiet and peaceful. Everyone mostly kept to themselves, which made for a relaxing stay. The air conditioning worked amazingly it kept the room nice and cold, which was especially appreciated during the warmer weather. The pool was also clean and well maintained. The only minor downside was that there wasn't a microwave in the room. However, there is a shared microwave located in the laundry room next to the washers, dryers, and vending machines, so it wasn't a huge inconvenience. As for the staff, we honestly didn't interact with them much, so I can't fairly comment on the service. We didn't need to ask for anything during our stay. Overall, we had a very pleasant experience and would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aleksei

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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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10/10 Excellent

Philip

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Well managed. Super clean and well maintained property.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Dorota

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Nice staff nd clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Irena

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The room was clean. We stayed 1 night so not much more to say.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

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Clean room. Nice staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

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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

Eduard

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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

Nancy

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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

Marcel

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It was clean and wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026