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Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door. - Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara (Goleta)
A hotel entrance with a glass door, a welcome sign, and a number 6 sign. - Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara (Goleta)
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a table with two chairs. - Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara (Goleta)
A vending machine with various beverage options and a refrigerated display case with snacks. - Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara (Goleta)
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and palm trees. - Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara (Goleta)
At Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara, you can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Fairview, Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is in a walkable area in Goleta with great shopping. Travelers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, 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 UC SB Events Center or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Goleta travel guide
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5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA, 93117

What's nearby

  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    13 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Bowlero Santa Barbara
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lost Valley Trail
    2 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Goleta Station
    4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    5 min walk
  • Wendy's
    19 min walk
  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • The Habit Burger Grill
    19 min walk

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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
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • 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 (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

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: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
1 child, 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

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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, debit 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 Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara 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 Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

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

Located in Fairview, this motel is steps from Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond and Bowlero Santa Barbara. Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and Lost Valley Trail are also within 1 mi (2 km). Goleta Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

6.8

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 497 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 135 out of 1198 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Praveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to sleep for night. Good restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gary

convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, safe and generally well-kept property. Good for a no-frills stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean. Staff were friendly and able to give us an extra blanket since we were three to the room. Room was clean and comfortable. Nice big bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pleasantly surprised. rooms small but clean, bed comfortable. Staff responsive. Rates reasonable for one night of a 3 day holiday weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If you need a quick place to stay, this is the place. It’s in a great neighborhood and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed at #241 recently. Overall good stay but a few things might need attention. - Shower floor feels very thin and bouncy...I feel a lot of flex while standing and moving. - AC unit was noisy, definitely louder than normal. - Sink faucet needs attention. When washing hands, a lot of water gets on the mirror and counter due to the spray pattern of the faucet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a budget hotel so I didn't expect much. It was clean, had a friendly staff and the basic ammenities. I didnt swim but the pool looked very nice. Lots of places to eat nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

April

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice, location good best coffee shops and old town. Room was dingy and didn’t feel clean - bleach smell was overwhelming in the room but parking lot was really loud esp in the morning. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anindita

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enough parking is available. Great location with restaurants and shops around. Rooms were not that clean and no coffee provided in the rooms. Check in was through a kiosk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Check-in was awkward and uncomfortable. You check in on a kiosk and a person pops up in a window to assist. She was impatient and the volume was uncomfortably loud. There was no one in the office. The room was clean and serviceable, which is exactly what I needed it to be. Lack of Kleenex in the room was unexpected. The facilities were clean and functioning. The staff who I did interact with were friendly and helpful, both when I called the front desk and when I checked out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, staff was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel 6 has a business model of providing minimal amenities for minimal prices, and this place is no exception. It is basically a place to have a roof over your head at night, with no attempt at warmth or charm. It was right off US Highway 101, and ten-minute drive to the local airport & to UCSB. Goleta has almost no places that a visitor to Santa Barbara would want to visit, so this Motel Six, like many of this chain, is just a place to spend a night or two while on your way to somewhere else. The room had a full bath, phone, AC, fridge, and TV with 40 channels. It was clean, quiet, and well-maintained. Free amenities included parking, wifi, pool, and morning coffee in the lobby. Innumerable shops & restaurants are within walking distance. Staff was helpful in providing an iron & ironing board, and allowing me to print out my boarding passes if I sent them as a pdf to an email address.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super great & safe location for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice room on the 2nd floor overlooking the pool. The bed was comfortable and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were just there for a quick night but everything was great! The staff were friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable. The shower had great pressure!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very polite staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Check in was challenging and frustrating. By design, there was no one at the desk. Check in was via a kiosk. Unfortunately, it was not fully automated. As soon as I provided ID, a camera supplied staff appeared in a small screen in the upper right corner. Not sure where he was located, but India or Bangladesh would be my guess! More importantly, his English, and/or pronunciation was nearly impossible to understand!! I got through it, but really? That's the only person that could be hired? The rest of the stay was fine. The room was clean, quiet and comfortable. Though, not sure who would have been available if I needed some support
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, friendly front office staff, easy location to find.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was courteous and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The room was clean but no frills which is what we expected for the price. parking can be tough but it is workable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy reservation process, check-in, and check-out. Room was simple but clean and neat.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a basic motel 6. The staff were very friendly though and helpful. They had a new self check in machine that didnt work correctly and the staff had to help.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This isn't a bad property for the price. Here are the good things: very close to the beach, very close to the airport, very close to a lot of restaurants and shops, very quiet at night, very comfortable beds and pillows. Here are the things that weren't so great: the air conditioner wasn't fabulous and it was fairly loud, no elevator to get to the second floor , the parking was not that great when the hotel is full and we had to park in another businesses parking lot overnight, there's no bath mat in the shower and it is super slippery, no coffee maker in the room, very cramped. Depending on the purpose of your trip, not a bad place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy …friendly staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026