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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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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Room amenity
Exterior
Vending machine

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA, 93117
  • Place, Bowlero Santa Barbara
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lookout County Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Goleta

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara places you within a leisurely stroll of Lookout County Park and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens. This 87-room motel has an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • 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 - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lookout County Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lost Valley Trail - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yogurtland - ‬2 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.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,008 reviews
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Feb 12 - Feb 13
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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

  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • One child 17 years old or younger stays 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.

Property is also known as

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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 Jan 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on Jan 23, 2026 start from $119.99, 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?

Guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Goleta based on their ratings, and it's a short 12-minute walk from Lookout County Park and also 14 minutes on foot from Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens. You'll also find Goleta Beach and Isla Vista Beach within a short drive.

Will I be able to park 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.

Is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a terrace plus some guestrooms include kitchens.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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. 515 out of 1203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 1203 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rafal

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danya

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

anmol

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice clean room. It was walkable all around. Very nice for the price, will come again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ananda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent place, pleasantly surprised given how cheap it was.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Micole

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Should be Motel 10. Very clean and comfortable. I’ll stay here again and again and again to be close to my daughter and family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edmond

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nosy and car alarm beeping to 2am as nd people yelling in parking lot and lots of traffic noise and very hard to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

yuxuan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wei

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner sounds aloud.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

A Good Motel 6

No complaints. Everything was as it should be.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madhur Bobde

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was super easy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keiana

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

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

8/10 Good

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean place. A bit noisy at times but not terrible. The sheets didn't have a natural fiber in them and were on the coarse side. The bed had a bit of a central bowl, but I've had worse.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and in good working order. Front desk person was very cheerful and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Marcia

Traveled with partner
Easy check in and easy check out. Plenty of parking. Cheerful attendance in the front office.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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