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
Outdoor pool
Coffee service
Room amenity
Exterior

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, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Tee Time
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4

Guest Room With 2 Full Beds And Tub-Ada

  • Sleeps 4

Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

2 Full Beds | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 4

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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.

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
  • ‪Santa Barbara Hives - ‬13 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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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.

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.

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

As of Dec 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South on Dec 29, 2025 start from $87.99, 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 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 Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club 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.

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, 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.

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

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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. 546 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1206 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

christopher

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

8/10 Good

MU CHUN, ALLEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and good to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimilia

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

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

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

10/10 Excellent

Paula, Buhl

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating
Stayed 3 nights 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

4/10 Poor

Lillian

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After checking in we went out and came back to find someone else entering our hotel room. The hotel gave them keys to our room that we were already checked into. Some kind of mix up that should never happen. All of our belongings could have been stolen. Poor people that got into our room were scared and did not have a place to stay for the night even though they had a reservation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Need m oh re blankets and pillows
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lori

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oversold hotel and gave me a room that was already occupied
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

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

Michelle

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is the most depressing motel I’ve ever stayed in. The room smelled of urine, but the bathroom was relatively clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness
Beds were smaller than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Fransisco

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Keiko

Love this motel 6.just wish they would put all the workers that stay in the hotel in one area.most are in a couple areas but there were workers above us all 3 nights we were there. They were up every morning at 6am for about and hour walking around. Hard to sleep when there Stomping around
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Allen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025