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Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

2.0 star property
Motel in Santa Ana with free parking

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Exterior
Desk, free WiFi
Desk, free WiFi
Lobby
Property grounds

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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1623 East 1st Street, I-5/Santa Ana Freeway at 1st St., Santa Ana, CA, 92701
  • Place, Santa Ana Zoo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Orange County Global Medical Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Orange County Courthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed | Mobility Accessible RI Shower Nsmk

  • Sleeps 2

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Suite Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed | Mobility Accessible Tub, Nsmk

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds | Mobility Accessible Tub Nsmk

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed | Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Santa Ana

Located in Lyon Street, Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA is adjacent to Santa Ana Zoo and within 2 miles (3 km) of Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse. This 80-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cabrillo Tennis Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Orange County Global Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Yost Theater - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Old Orange County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 6 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandwich Society - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Gordito - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria de Anda - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Avila's El Ranchito - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

Motel in Santa Ana with free parking
Guests of Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA enjoy free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. This smoke-free motel also has a vending machine.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with cable channels. Free local calls and desks are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
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

Fees

  • Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • 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 Santa Ana, CA?

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

This motel is situated in Lyon Street, just steps from Santa Ana Zoo. You'll also find The Outlets at Orange and Old Orange County Courthouse within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

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

Does Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA have a casino at the property?

No, Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA have a hot tub?

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

Does Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Will Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA.

Does Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

The closest major airport to Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 6.1 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is located 14.3 mi away (23-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

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

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 399 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 160 out of 1001 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

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

4/10 Poor

Winnie, Daly City

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no gate at the hotel. You can exit freely..some people making noise out at around 2 am .but no one cares
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HUY

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Olivia

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

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

10/10 Excellent

Genesis

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great spot, awesome staff and very close to food, downtown and the zoo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernardino

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everytime i turned the water on for the shower the water came out brown
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex an Yadira gave me fast, friendly and efficient guest service. Tha Carneceria across the street has delicious tamales and I really enjoy them for breakfast. This motel 6 is near bus stops and it is easy to get to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

10/10 Excellent

inoke

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

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

Nice stay.

Good stay. Updated rooms, comfortable, quiet. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Calli

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

inoke

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariela

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

rosa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I try to earlier because i have a surgery and i was to get rest but the person make me wait till 3 he told me if is a room available he can help me i saw a few person checking out earlier and he didn't call me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juliet

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There were drug addicts and homeless people in and all around the property. The smell of dog feces was nauseating. Absolutely no reason to ever stay here
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucia

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was decently clean but it smelled awful like cigarette smoke, probably because we were on the first floor and people were smoking in the parking lot. still, affordable and what’s to be expected from a motel 6. the front desk was nice. thankfully we had febreeze in the car which helped
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leonardo

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

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