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Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property

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

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)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Goleta

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara places you next to Bowlero Santa Barbara and within a 15-minute walk of Lookout County Park. 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
  • Lookout County Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lost Valley Trail - 2 min drive - 0.7 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
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

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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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 May 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on May 31, 2026 start from $104, including 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?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the motel's walkable location in Goleta, and it's just steps from Bowlero Santa Barbara. You'll also find Goleta Beach and Isla Vista Beach within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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.

What do couples enjoy most about Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include a kitchen and free WiFi.

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara have a hot tub?

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

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.

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara have connecting rooms available?

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).

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

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

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 147 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 1210 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The bathtub was trash, the room had 2 beds super small room never seen a motel 6 room so small with 2 bed. On the site it said pool heated ot wasn't ice cold and tons of dead bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jason Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
When I checked in, I was told I booked for 2 nights when I booked for one. I showed them the email confirmation so the first main changed it and forgot to cancel the other booking. Which led to me being double charged and overcharged at a different rate. I saw this on my credit card and went back the morning of check out and calmly tried to explain what happened. She didn’t want to hear it, she cut me off and accused me of lying and said I was the one who double booked so I got double charged. Hotel reception kept taking over me and I didn’t raise my voice. I calmly stood there and waited for her to figure it out as she kept insisting that I overbooked. Manager came out and also didn’t want to hear my explanation of the situation and then also began yelling at me and said I was confrontational when I didn’t even have a chance to say anything. He just demanded my ID said I booked myself twice. I calmly asked why they were being so hostile when I hadn’t even said anything and he just said that he was overwhelmed. Once he figured out that it was their mistake, then he allowed me to show my email confirmation explain how they booked me twice by mistake. The clerk just walked away in a huff and he just stood there. I will check my bank records to make sure they fixed it. I will never stay there again. Not because of the mistake but because of the treatment I received. They were so mean! Just an awful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jason Gregory

Terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was courteous and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kind people in the office.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gregory

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ericka

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quick and easy …friendly staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Basilio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The lady told me that I had ordered a handicap room and I didn't. She said I was stuck in that 1st floor room, and I never stay on the first floor, ever! I would have paid for an upgrade but the hispanic lady was cold and rude to me I felt. That ruined it for me and that was upon check-in! : ( She was there at checkout too. I wanted an upstairs room with a tub.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Verduzco

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a good, functional, clean hotel. It's obviously older, but has been upgraded. Bummer it's next to the freeway because of noise. Great that it's next to the freeway for easy access. My check in got messed up, but the great staff fixed it and all was well. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

esmeralda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent customer service. Would definitely book a room there again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

jialin

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Due to the hotel being overbooked, I was unable to stay at the property and never checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zihang

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Safe location, clean room, efficient service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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