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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
Exterior
Interior
Coffee service
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

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)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

  • Tar Pits Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • 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

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
  • ‪Rusty's Pizza Parlor - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel with free parking, near Carpinteria State Beach
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
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
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)
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • 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 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

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 Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Rincon Beach Park within a short drive.

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

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

Is Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South good for couples?

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

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?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

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

Reviews

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 547 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 80 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1210 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and a quiet stay. Also very close to restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delcie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Another guest checking in had come from Motel 6 North, which she said was terrible. This place was clearly better. Walls are thin. Sink didn’t drain. Clean. Comfortable bed but not enough bedding. Needed a blanket.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Akiko

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No room was available!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Mayra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like it
Stayed 1 night 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

Billy

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Disliked: Amenities
Understaffed for a holiday weekend. Ran out of coffee. Housekeeping very late to remake the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Twice, the charge was 0ver $6.00 more than what my reservation, via Expedia charged (displayed and emailed, when I reserved). Their excuse was it can not be changed in their system. Nice location and clean, but staff need better & warmer customer service presentation, and they need to honor reservations made via Expedia!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sammy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Armando

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

10/10 Excellent

MASANORI

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roxann

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

2/10 Terrible

Morgan

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When I checked in the room was dirty, stains on matress, dead bugs, rooms looked nothing like the picture. The check in girl was rude and couldn’t handle the line out the door and multiple people had other complaints. The room smelled moldy and the lights flickered. We left and didn’t stay and found other accommodations
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is very convenient to my purpose of being in town. Very affordable and accommodating. I will be back many times.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael A

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

10/10 Excellent

D

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

Great for travelers with pets

Friendly staff, hotel room was clean and economical, all I needed traveling with a dog. Great Thai food and frozen yogurt places within walking distance. The pool looked inviting on a hot day. Someone was always at the front desk. Plenty of parking, even on a busy weekend in and out. Water was hot and the shower had good pressure. The basics for the right price.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

seung

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We don’t like nothing about this place!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Room comfort

Okay

It was “fine”. AC made it freezing and when off it was stuffy and uncomfortable and nothing in between. Pillows were terrible. Certainly wasn’t worth $200 a night- I don’t care if it’s summer or not.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie

Pleasent quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

India

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Valerie

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

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