Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property
Motel in Goleta with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Lobby
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Room amenity

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA, 93117
  • Goleta Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of California, Santa Barbara
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Isla Vista Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(27 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Goleta

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara places you next to Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond and within a 15-minute walk of Lookout County Park. This 87-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Goleta Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • University of California, Santa Barbara - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Upper State Street - 4 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • UC SB Events Center - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Isla Vista Beach - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel in Goleta with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool
Guests of Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include 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. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English

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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 parking

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

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 (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

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 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 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
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)
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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

As of Jun 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on Jul 1, 2025 start from $118.99, excluding 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Goleta, and it's just steps from Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond. You'll also find Lookout County Park and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara include a casino?

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

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

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Couples will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.

Are there hot tubs at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

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

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

Yes, pets stay free at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara.

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

The closest major airport to Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 1.7 mi away (4 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 26 mi away (37-minute drive).

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

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara.

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 448 out of 1114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 1114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 118 out of 1114 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, lots of restaurants near by
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
F
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient, clean, comfortable

Location is very convenient to UCSB, staff friendly, room clean enough and bed comfortable. AC worked, and didn’t experience any noise issues between rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karla

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfriend at the reception and the pool was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Business traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tamer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Solange

Our shower was full of mold under the lip of the tub. We didn’t even use it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Royal

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cokroaches

The rooms were infested with cockroaches!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoganandhini

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Reeked of cigarette smell

I was given a room which was steeped in cigarette smell, horrible… and the room phone didn’t work either, when i tried to call front desk. Finally called from my phone and they gave me another room which was ok. But too much time wasted in the whole process.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richie

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable

Very easy check in and check out process. Hotel was quiet and clean. Good location and plenty of street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
TV to small, need usb charging ports on the bed end tables or regular outlets so can plug in a charger. Refrigerator is to cold froze all our food and drinks, did not see a away to turn down fridge temperature
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Good experience! Clean! Delicious food within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in process
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Road trippin

The room was clean and well appointed. Was able to get my laundry done. Lots of places to eat within walking distance. Grocery store and Trader Joe’s really close.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was one of the smallest doubles I've ever stayed in, both beds shoved against the walls with a narrow aisle between them, very dated interior, bedframes falling apart. A lot of mdf furniture in poor condition.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed modern room with lots of pleasant lighting. TV, fridge and microwave all worked great. Convenient in-room large dining table with booth seating and extra chair. Available laundry machines, vending and ice machines. Free, good morning coffee in lobby, friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawnette

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst place to stay

Where is my follow up call regarding my refund that’s isn’t happening fast enough ??!! I would never never never go to that motel 6 again EVER! As a former assist Gm w/ similar chain this place is horrible !! I mean at least we tried & we had customer service skills and loved working in hospitality!! Those employees act like we are bothering them !! Stayed sat only only because I did not want to leave until I spoke with hotels.com and my brother stayed only in went elsewhere
Sink looks like it wa never cleaned
Idk what that black stuff is
Gross gross gross
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025