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Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
Motel near Carpinteria State Beach in Carpinteria

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Room amenity
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013
  • Place, Friends of the Library Used Bookstore
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Carpinteria

Oceanside stay.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Carpinteria State Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club with a stay here. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Rincon Beach and Butterfly Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Friends of the Library Used Bookstore - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tar Pits Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Carpinteria Station - 20 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brass Bird - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Clementine's Steak House - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Hives - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel near Carpinteria State Beach in Carpinteria
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South offers its guests an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South also features laundry facilities and RV/bus/truck parking. Free self parking is available.

This Carpinteria motel is smoke free.

  • 138 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South offers 138 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Tourism fee: USD 1.73 per accommodation, per night
  • Service fee: USD 2.03 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
This property accepts credit 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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6).

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South to the airport?

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South is 22 mi (24-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South on Jun 14, 2026 start from $105, 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.

Does Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South.

How close is Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South to the beach?

This motel is 1.3 mi (9-min drive) from Carpinteria State Beach and 8 mi (10-min drive) from Rincon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South offer free breakfast?

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have a pool?

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South features an outdoor pool.

Does Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South to downtown Carpinteria?

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South is 0.6 mi away from Carpinteria.

Vagabond Inn Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 596 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 64 out of 1273 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

SONIA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good in general. A couple minor things like no soap in the room. A little dirty in the hallway but it was good overall
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

donna

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Rosa

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Piraya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and nice staff, hdmi adapter didn’t work, and curtain gets in the way of the air conditioner
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean and lota of room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARITZA

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was sparkling clean, and very comfortable. It was a great, safe location, extra plus we were allowed to stay with our 4-legged babies and no extra charge. Christina at front desk was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely return soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sambandha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

esmeralda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly And or Donald, Estes Park

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes and yes, all of the above.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ericka, Santa Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and convenient for our quick trip to SB.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Camil

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ravi, Santa Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Nice spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Staff nice, room clean .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

RONKE

Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean the staff was friendly and some how you arranged for perfect weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Morganne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, updated features.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Christy

Traveled with family
Very basic room. Appreciated nightly room refresh. The “air freshener” used made the room almost uninhabitable the second night …
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

MARIDIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location , clean and friendly staff..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

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