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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)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4

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Guest Room With 2 Full Beds And Tub-Ada

  • Sleeps 4

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Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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2 Full Beds | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 4

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1 Queen Bed | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 2

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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Carpinteria
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
7.8 out of 10, Good, 1,077 reviews
$78 nightly
The price is $90
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

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
  • Tomol Interpretive Play Area - 17 min walk - 0.9 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
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Santa Barbara Hives - ‬13 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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  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
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Feb 28 - Mar 1
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

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 and debit 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 and debit 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.

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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 Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

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 and a terrace plus some guestrooms include kitchens.

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

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

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, 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).

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.

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1262 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1262 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1262 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 84 out of 1262 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1262 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

S

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

FERWANNI

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

nicole

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes very nice and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Pat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice checkin young woman! Room was clean. Had a good sleep!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

ana

Liked: Staff & service
Room ok no remote then I got one but they didn’t have it program. I had to wait around for a guy to come and do it but overall decent for the quick stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Femi

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cleaned and well arranged, staff were friendly and the environment were calmed.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For the price clean and adequate
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was easy,room was clean & comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ajit Kumar, San Ramon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was courteous. However, it felt a little cramped. There was hardly any room on one end of the bed to get on.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Hard to find parking when we arrived late. Phone didn’t work. Stuffy room and loud,blowing a/c. Needed an extra blanket. Decent price compared to Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Vanessa

No public restroom for guest
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

john

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Parking was ample and convenient. Only 1 ice machine at the front of the motel. Not convenient when you are placed at the back of the motel. Otherwise, it was only about 5 min from the Avocado Festival.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kalyanee

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Some things non functional bathroom light not working, door key not working had to be exchanged
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dulce

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Frederick

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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