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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara Zoo

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Outdoor pool
Nestled in Santa Barbara Beach, Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach offers a laid-back retreat with a sunny terrace and an outdoor pool. Connect to WiFi and enjoy the convenience of free self parking. Previous guests have praised the beach locale and helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$152 nightly
The total price is $174
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103

What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive
  • Oxnard, CA (OXR) - 39 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 49 min drive
  • Carpinteria Station - 17 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 19 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

At Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. Also, Santa Barbara Harbor and University of California, Santa Barbara are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 51 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 150 lbs per pet)
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 33
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 50 (subject to availability)

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
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).

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach?

Yes, cats and dogs stay free, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 150 lbs per pet.

Is parking offered on site at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. There's a charge of USD 50 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 50 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and nearby?

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach like?

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach is located near East Beach in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 8-minute walk from Santa Barbara Zoo and 3 minutes' walk from Cabrillo Pavillion. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Beach
Location
Service staff
Bed
Ocean
Parking
Coffee
Shower
View

What guests liked

  • The property's beach location is highly praised for being within walking distance, perfect, and steps away from the main downtown beach. (103 reviews)
  • The pool was clean, crystal clear, and a great bonus for guests. (8 reviews)
  • Free parking was available and conveniently located right in front of the rooms. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay.
Vasilios, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was an excellent place to stay!
Helen, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Really enjoyed the stay.
Israel, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Clean, friendly staff, GREAT location...
Kurt, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic motel, great location and extremly friendly staff.
Fabio, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Would stay here again!
Dalila, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Super cute & close to the beach.
Adilene, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It’s location is Anazing!
Abby, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

We liked the location of Motel 6. The rooms were very clean and the staff was very nice!!!
Patricia, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and retro renovated to1962 style (this is the first Motel 6). Friendly check in and great parking. Great vibe.
Julie, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Cute, clean motel by the beach. I would definitely stay again!
Kristin, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Location was fantastic, comfortable room and great staff
Eric, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Really wonderful stay
Calli, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Motel 6 Santa Barbara beach feels like a hidden gem. Close enough to town, clean, and inexpensive compared to other SB hotels.
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Close to the beach and a nice little walk to amenities. Clean and comfortable beds.
Jamaica, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location
Blake, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The property was so retro cute design. The view was great.
Marilyn, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location close to the beach. Actual motel and room were fine. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay! Perfect location. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was wonderful!
Billi, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location was perfect next to the beach. Very clean and surprisingly well decorated.
Juan, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location across from the beach. Friendly staff!
Jeannine, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

Great option if you want to be close to the beach, zoo, etc. Very basic, much like a hostel in Europe. No frills, rooms are small, but perfect for being out all day and having a comfy bed. The pool is nice as well.
Heather, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean, maid service was excellent.
Steven, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place! Amazing location, just steps to the beach. Nice pool, newly renovated rooms with cute retro decor. Finding out it is the 1st ever Motel 6 was a sweet surprise!
Karina, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was conveniently located and clean.
Susan, 2-night trip