Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Goleta motel

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Room amenity

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA, 93117
  • Place, Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowlero Santa Barbara
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lookout County Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, 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

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Goleta

In Goleta .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lookout County Park and 2 miles (3 km) of South Coast Railroad Museum with a stay here. Rancho La Patera and Stow House and Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bowlero Santa Barbara - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lookout County Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lost Valley Trail - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Chicken Ranch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yogurtland - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this Goleta motel
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
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • 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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • 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! One child 17 years old or younger stays 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

  • One child 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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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 Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on Nov 25, 2025 start from $79.99, 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. 497 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 330 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 122 out of 1181 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was perfect for our needs, fun bowling alley for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuri, FOSTER CITY

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Royal

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

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
AC in room worked, but buttons were missing or worn-out. Took multiple attempts to turn on/off or set temp. Ambient noise, including traffic very noticeable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was perfectly fine. Standard. Average. As advertised and expected.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I needed a place close to the college and this was the basics of all I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minnie, Los Angeles

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Edgar

Disliked: Amenities
Close to shopings
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Never made it to Motel6 cause plane broke down. How do i get re-embersed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient for airport
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty nice for a Motel 6. Some damage in the bathroom but everything was clean and functional. Not having any drinking water except for buying bottled water was a bit of a bummer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Delfino

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
NA
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Business traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anastasiya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay, but little expensive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomoko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc, Redondo Beach

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Catalina

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was fine but the room was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
My recommendation is to only stay here if you’re desperate and have no other option. The first room we were given was disgustingly dirty- the floor was visibly dirty with hair and dirt, and one of the comforters had a large cigarette/cigar burn in it. We promptly went back to the front desk and asked for another room. That room, while it was in better condition, still had long hairs on the floor, hair and dirt along the baseboards in the bathroom, and smelled like mold. The beds looked clean, and we were exhausted, so that room is where we stayed. Never again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in old town Goleta. Place was quiet, clean, and close to restaurants and coffee shops
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

shawntel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025