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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

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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
  • Laundry

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Guest Room With 2 Full Beds And Roll-in Shower-Accessible

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Guest Room With 2 Full Beds And Tub-Ada

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Room With Two Double Beds

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Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

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2 Full Beds | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 4

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1 Queen Bed | Micfridge

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South is in a walkable area with great shopping. While the natural beauty of Carpinteria State Beach and Rincon Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Barbara Zoo. Visit our Carpinteria travel guide
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5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach
    Carpinteria State Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Colony of Harbor seals (phoca vitulina richardsii) True seals without external ear lobes relaxing on the beach of Carpinteria, California (USA) in a protected wildlife sanctuary. Gulls and pelicans.
    Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tee Time
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station
    20 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Brass Bird
    14 min walk
  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Hives
    13 min walk
  • The Spot
    19 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
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 138 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels

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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
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • 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: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
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
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

Property is also known as

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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.

Is Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 593 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1266 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , clean rooms , nearby stores
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great deal. Great location and well kept for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean. Great price point and professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Great service and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARIDIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location , clean and friendly staff..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, great restaurants near by and a short distance from Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The staff people were very helpful. I hope to stay there again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Staff & service
Parking safe. Pool closed early. Good overall value given CA coastal prices.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean the staff was friendly and some how you arranged for perfect weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like this location a lot and will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was nice, I felt very safe traveling alone
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MARITZA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was sparkling clean, and very comfortable. It was a great, safe location, extra plus we were allowed to stay with our 4-legged babies and no extra charge. Christina at front desk was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The bed comfortable. We had a very nice stay there. The area around was very nice with great restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely motel in a great area. I had easy access to everything I wanted to see and do as well as a stunning beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great quality for the price. Room was clean and staff was friendly and professional. We just needed a safe place to sleep for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy,room was clean & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Marcello

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything great. Staff really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel looks new or recently renovated. Rooms were very clean, everything worked and was in good condition. Nice front desk and housekeeping staff. Beds were comfortable and cozy. Nice, quiet area, we all slept well!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a short one-day stay and it was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and a quiet stay. Also very close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Leticia

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff of arrival were very kind and friendly. Got our room walked in water all over the floor very slippery almost fell . Had to go get room changed that was quick no problem got a new room . Check out Staff not so friendly. Hotel can use a huge facelift inside and out. Bathroom and room was not clean hair on the floors and dust as well everything looks so old and dirty . Area and location not so great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Shamekia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. Not may amenities but expected for a motel. Easy to get to other places in Carpenteria.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Staff & service
Nice property location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025