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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Carpinteria State Beach

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Coffee service
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
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(80 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

7.6 out of 10
Good
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013

What's nearby

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rincon Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 5 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Butterfly Beach - 12 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪City Market Center - ‬7 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, coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • 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

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
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
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 at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

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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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1197 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, clean room, staff was friendly, will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and bed was comfortable. Staff was very very,very friendly. Easy parking Pool was not heated..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MU CHUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and good to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning is really good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie

Pleasent quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was as expected: no frills but clean and convenient for our purpose.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and conveniently located
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best option when we stay in Carp
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is an affordable location if you want to be able to walk and enjoy Carpinteria. I felt self walking at night from town back to the hotel. I would say the hotel is nothing special but I found my room spacious and clean. It was nice that there was plenty of parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmiña

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was impeccably clean, and it's in a walkable area to downtown, coffee shops, and the beach, near a beautiful beach trail head.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
was very clean, and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice clean property relatively close to food and coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

J.R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Open view around
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

leo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the grounds were kept nice, all the plants seemed to be thriving.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located close to breakfast places, parking easy staff friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Raj

Liked: Amenities
Easy location.. plenty of parking.. safe area..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
A
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Abraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very kind and courteous.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

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