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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

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬
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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a window with a mountain view, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a window with a mountain view, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

An outdoor pool, self parking, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free motel. 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 hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; 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 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. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and self parking (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a terrace and a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • 8 minutes by foot from Santa Barbara Zoo and a 3-minute drive from Stearns Wharf
  • Cats and dogs welcome for free (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. For a fee, parking is available.

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

  • Parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 150 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • 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-authorize 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 exisiting 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
Motel Six Santa Barbara
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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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 925 out of 1441 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 1441 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 1441 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1441 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1441 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and appreciate the cleanliness of the room and the property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Savanah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, super close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, close to beach, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice rooms and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we absolutely loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained motel. Fabulous location with nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very welcoming and clean. The decor really makes you feel like you're on vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Easy to get to and close to everything. well worth the price and the staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind and helpful. Great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved it and had the best time! Even when the parking got filled, the night manager arranged for us to find parking. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in walking distance from the gorgeous beach. Very clean hotel with friendly staff. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal Location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean rooms, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, closed t everything and dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SONJA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean rooms one block from beach. Great value!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel was great. It is an older hotel but maintained well. The room was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dollar for dollar, this property is an excellent value. The room and grounds were clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was within walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Good for what we needed. Close to beach, down town and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice Rooms great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The women at front desk was so friendly . Loved our retro room. The nicest Motel 6 I have stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026