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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪15 min drive‬
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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

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

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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 on request.
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. Bathrooms include a shower.

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 on request.

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 clean guestrooms and the beach
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Santa Barbara Zoo and 5 minutes from Santa Barbara Bowl
  • 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.

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 (on request)

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
  • Shower
  • 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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
Motel 6 Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach Motel 6
Santa Barbara Motel Six
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Santa Barbara Motel 6
Motel 6 Santa Barbara - Beach Hotel Santa Barbara
6 Santa Barbara, Ca Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara Beach
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Motel
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Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 731 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1146 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

JENNIFER

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was great! Walkable to the beach. Free parking. They charged us extra for checking in before 3pm. Rooms are small. Wish the pool was heated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Chase Reynolds

Business traveller
Remarkably unfriendly & unmotivated desk staff. (The cleaning staff were sweet, though!) Bright lights outside the window all night. A very high price for what it is, but that was (somewhat) understandable because of the location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adilene

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Super cute & close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Steven

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Rooms are extremely small no dresser space for your clothes. The rooms were so small you had to go outside to change your mind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Been coming here for years and always have a great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great, but missing Kleenex. The free bottle of wine was not good. Everything else was great! Location close to beach and zoo was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Clean, compact, basic. Not worth the money though.

The room was clean and compact. My question would be, what is the difference between the deluxe and standard as I couldn’t find one. The room isn’t really suitable for 4 people and I’m not a fan of the sink outside the bathroom. Air con was very noisy but effective. Check in staff weren’t particularly welcoming. Very basic and not that cheap compared to other hotels but parking was free and right opposite the beach, be aware it’s quite a walk to the main strip/pier.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Cristina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Staff unnecessarily rude
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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

Excellent Stay

Love the retro look of the rooms at this location. Walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room smelt like rotting fish and we got pink eye from the sheets/pillows. We have stayed here once before and had a nice experience, but we won’t be returning. Also, the rooms are too small for a family of three.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the beach. Actual motel and room were fine. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found out that this Motel 6 was the first one back in 1962. The remodel on it was spot on! It was very compact but it was all we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel R.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pete

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

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location of Motel 6. The rooms were very clean and the staff was very nice!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamaica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the beach and a nice little walk to amenities. Clean and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Hilton snob is now a motel 6 fan

Very short walk to the beach. Nice staff. Very comfy beds. Clean pool.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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

Getaway time

Very nice and comfortable! Had a wonderful time and found out that this was the first Motel 6 ever!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025