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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
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Room amenity
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi
Lobby

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬
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Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Partial ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Partial ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

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

  • Partial ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Television

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Television

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Partial ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Mountain view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

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

  • Ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Partial ocean view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Barbara Zoo
This smoke-free motel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach offers 51 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a hairdryer and free toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Zoo. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a terrace and a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • 8 minutes by foot from Santa Barbara Zoo and a 3-minute drive from Stearns Wharf
  • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge (restrictions apply)
As a guest of Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (84 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (91 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 150 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

6 Santa Barbara Beach
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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 641 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1014 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

MERRY GALE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s really near the beach with long walking sidewalks, & good restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Omar provided great service. I was very impressed with his kindness.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location is decent, one block from beach and one mile from pier. Hotel was decent, good value for money and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our 2nd time staying at this location. We love it. Great location and the price is right
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

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

Great value for Santa Barbara.

Very convenient motel one block from beach with views of ocean. Very nice staff. Clean and up to date rooms. One and half mile distance to Amtrak station and State Street . City buses and trolley one block from motel. Great value considering the top dollar gotten by resort hotels. Small refrigerator in room…a nice treat. Short walk to supermarket. All in all a great value.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

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

10/10 Excellent

Christie

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

8/10 Good

Simran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The front desk person was rude
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily

Travelled with group

Hidden place

I could not see the sign Motel 6 so it’s hard to find however we had a excellent experience at here It is hidden place i like that Great neighborhood to walk around and close to the state beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had no idea this was the very first motel 6! What a cool find, it was a great stay and in one of the best places in SB! Will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible clean safe hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cute and comfortable. My only complaint is that the water in the shower did not get hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Room was clean. Parking is tight in the front though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

Great For Budget Travel

Probably the nicest 6 I’ve stayed in. Rooms are small, but do the job. Proximity the beach is outstanding. Probably the best budget option in SB.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Marissa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the friendliest staff. Check in time is 3pm, we arrived at 3:30. Got our key and opened the door to find a dirty room; housekeeping had not been in to clean it yet. Went back hoping for another room only to find that that one wasn’t clean either. We were told to come back in an hour and a half. Kinda peeved, but I know stuff happens. We grabbed lunch and headed back after the requested amount of time to see housekeeping just entering our original room to clean it. After a 3 hour road trip, we just wanted a rest before heading out to an event. But with the room still dirty and daylight burning we had to head straight to the event tired and irritated. When we finally got back, the room was “cleaned” but tiny and just really not great; pretty dated. The bed was the best part of that stay, very comfy. We will never stay there again. You definitely do not get what you pay for here. If it was super cheap / budget, hey I get it, but it was kinda pricey and Not worth it at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in dude was cool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy buena ubicación, por el precio está excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Dina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Taking care of yourself but great motel6

Great motel, great location, cute retro decor. Due to staffing my room was never cleaned for a 3 day stay. I’m ok with that but I had to ask front desk every evening for towels due to housekeeping quitting. Had to empty my garbage daily as well. A bottle of wine was listed but never received.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniela, Thousand Oaks

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Travelled with family and small children
We stayed at this property because it is the first Motel 6. While the room are on the smaller side, the decor was cute. It is unclear to us the difference between a standard room and deluxe room. The front staff was friendly. Cons: housekeeping was not offered unless we request it; there was no extra roll of toilet paper and we ran out; our room keys had to be reprogrammed every day of our stay, and we had very nosy neighbors who were drinking in front our room and who made a mess.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in took forever no one was there, then we got in the room and some of the surfaces were so dirty and sticky we had to wipe them down with wet washclothes. Then a large group of people started to party in the room above us and they went until 5 in the morning with stopping, just stomping and banging the whole night. It was rough.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025