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Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property
Motel near University of California, Santa Barbara in Goleta

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Room amenity

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA, 93117
  • Goleta Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of California, Santa Barbara
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Isla Vista Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(24 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Goleta

In Goleta .At this motel, you'll be steps from Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond and within a 15-minute walk of Lookout County Park. Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and South Coast Railroad Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Goleta Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • University of California, Santa Barbara - 4 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Upper State Street - 4 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • UC SB Events Center - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Isla Vista Beach - 11 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Goleta Station - 4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel near University of California, Santa Barbara in Goleta
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Goleta motel is smoke free.

  • 87 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara offers 87 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

This Goleta motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

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 (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • 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: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

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
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, debit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, debit cards, 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 stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara to the airport?

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is 1.7 mi (4-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 Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

As of Jun 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on Jul 8, 2025 start from $118.99, excluding 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 Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara.

How close is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara to the beach?

This motel is 2.3 mi (5-min drive) from Goleta Beach and 3.3 mi (8-min drive) from Campus Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara have a pool?

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara features an outdoor pool.

Does Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara to downtown Goleta?

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is 0.4 mi away from Goleta.

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 450 out of 1126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 82 out of 1126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 118 out of 1126 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

william, WESTLAKE VILLAGE

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only if you have no other options or cost is the only consideration.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
CLEAN
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy, Ventura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

STEPHEN

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wouldn't recommend.

Mattresses were pathetic condition in room 109. Hair in shower, general poor condition of bathroom walls. No tissues, really? I don't expect much from a Motel 6 these days but I do expect a little better when paying over $120 per night. Non-dairy dry creamer packets for the gross coffee says it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at the Motel 6 Goleta and this was the best Motel 6 I've stayed at. It was in a convenient location, was clean, comfortable and had lots of potty areas for my dogs. I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with group, Business traveler
surrounding area are great! Hotel was not the cleanest, room was not service until the third day of being there.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Very disappointed with the room, period.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dreu

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Dirty Bath aTub, denied request to change rooms!

I am an avid traveler, and this is the first time I was denied when requesting to change rooms when the one given was dirty. There were several available rooms too! The front desk simply said once a room is assigned in their system, it cannot be changed. She said I can complain to the manager in the morning and maybe he might give me a discount! Beware of this and avoid this place at all costs!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient, clean, comfortable

Location is very convenient to UCSB, staff friendly, room clean enough and bed comfortable. AC worked, and didn’t experience any noise issues between rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karla

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfriend at the reception and the pool was very dirty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lili

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Business traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tamer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Solange

Our shower was full of mold under the lip of the tub. We didn’t even use it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Royal

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

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cokroaches

The rooms were infested with cockroaches!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoganandhini

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

Reeked of cigarette smell

I was given a room which was steeped in cigarette smell, horrible… and the room phone didn’t work either, when i tried to call front desk. Finally called from my phone and they gave me another room which was ok. But too much time wasted in the whole process.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Clean and comfortable

Very easy check in and check out process. Hotel was quiet and clean. Good location and plenty of street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
TV to small, need usb charging ports on the bed end tables or regular outlets so can plug in a charger. Refrigerator is to cold froze all our food and drinks, did not see a away to turn down fridge temperature
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Good experience! Clean! Delicious food within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott P

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

Road trippin

The room was clean and well appointed. Was able to get my laundry done. Lots of places to eat within walking distance. Grocery store and Trader Joe’s really close.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025