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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Room amenity
Exterior
Coffee service

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013
  • Place, Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Guest Room With 2 Full Beds And Tub-Ada

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Full Beds | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Queen Bed | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Carpinteria

Located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Carpinteria State Beach, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club. This 138-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tee Time - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 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 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a vending machine.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Free local calls are also available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-5:00 AM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Carpinteria based on their ratings, and it's a short 18-minute walk from Carpinteria State Beach and also 11 minutes on foot from Tee Time. You'll also find Rincon Beach Park and La Conchita Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

As of Apr 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South on Apr 27, 2026 start from $109, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South include a casino at the property?

No, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include a kitchen and free WiFi.

Does Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have a hot tub?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South.

Does Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

How close is the airport from Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

The closest major airport to Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 22 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oxnard, CA (OXR), which is located 27.4 mi away (35-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South.

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 158 out of 1270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1270 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shev

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

6/10 Okay

S

Disliked: Amenities
average
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

SEAN

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

S

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with partner
The floor was very dirty, there was mold in the bathroom, and the matresses were old. I have stayed here before, and really like the rooms. Not this visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with family
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

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

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff interaction was…. Limited. Upon check in, I didn’t even get a welcome, barely anything was said except “sign here”. Even with me trying to start a conversation. It just wasn’t that welcoming. Room was okay. There was mold on the showers and ceiling. Housekeeping was phenomenally good. They kept us up in towels and linens. Even changing our trash out late in the day. I
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Epifanio

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fue excelente muy limpio bien ordenado el personal muy educado amable *****
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

FERWANNI

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

PETER

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Billy

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
when I book a hotel I am always filter good an above - this hotel came with that filter and this is not really a good rate. so the expectation was different and so the disappointment - this should ne under poor of fair
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shamekia

Traveled with family
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

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