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A stay at this East Beach motel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Barbara Zoo and 2 miles (3 km) of Stearns Wharf. Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara City College are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Terrace
Free self parking is available and the motel's front desk is staffed around-the-clock. A terrace is also provided.
Free WiFi, LCD TVs
The 51 guestrooms offer LCD TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and free local calls.
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
3.2
out of 5
3.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness3.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort2.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition3.0 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Everyone (10)Couples (1)Family (1)
5 out of 5
Posted by a verified traveler on Aug 16, 2020
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5 out of 5
Front desk employee was really helpful and super nice. Very accommodating and quick check in.
Posted by a verified traveler on Aug 20, 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
Aug 23, 2019
by Brand Experience Team
Hi Traveler,
Thank you for taking time to share your review with us. We're happy to hear the service was great and you were taken care of by our staff. We hope to see you again soon.
Safe Travels.
Lilith
#Team6
2 out of 5
Not much.
Was Supposed to get a deluxe room. But got a very unpleasant room instead.
Posted by Emi on Aug 20, 2019
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Comment from Hotel Management
Aug 23, 2019
by Brand Experience Team
Hi Emi,
Thank you for taking the time to share your review. We are committed to provide a comfortable night's rest and are disappointed to learn that we fell short of your expectations. On behalf of Motel 6, we would like to apologize that your stay was less than satisfactory. We are committed to guest satisfaction and appreciate you taking time to review your experience.
4 out of 5
Great location. Very basic room. If you like simple. This fits the bill.
Posted by a verified traveler on Apr 8, 2019
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1 out of 5
Mom and I decided to travel on a budget from SF to Santa Barbara, and decided to try Motel 6 for the 1st time, not only in SB, but in Monterey as well. What a terrible decision! Motel 6 in Monterey (Munras location) was actually very nice, so I thought I had made the right decision to book the one in SB for $135 a night! Man, wish I had paid more for another place. The check in took over 4hs because they didn’t have the room ready on a Monday (they were short staffed), even affer that, the floors were filthy (I looked at my feet and they were so dirty that I took a towel and cleaned the floor myself and could not believe how dirty that was!). The room was loud and on the 1st floor, and we could not sleep with all the noise from the 2nd floor. If I had not paid it in advance, I would have asked to cancel my stay. The room was super small, towels were not soft at all, no fridge/microwave like other Motel 6. Also there were some people smoking outside our door and the smell got inside my room and I had to ask the front desk to ask them to smoke elsewhere. The staff was very friendly though and location is next to the beach, but I would not go back there. If you must stay there, try to stay on the 2nd floor at least.
Posted by a verified traveler on Sep 20, 2018
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3 out of 5
You can not beat the location for the price. But you do get what you pay for. We stayed 8 days and our room keys kept not working. Then there is the no place to put your clothes except for you suit case. This can get hard with a child. There was 2 great staff members, the others didn't pay much attention to you. So while the location was great I would spend more for a better room next time.
Posted by Jamie, from Lowville NY on Jul 27, 2018
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5 out of 5
Very pleasant staff clean comfortable room excellent location close to beach we would stay there next visit thank you
Posted by a verified traveler on Feb 19, 2018
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3 out of 5
Clean, small, noisy room. Pay wifi lousy!
Location:Within walking distance to beach. Most places are a short drive.
Decent enough for the price in Santa Barbara. Room was clean and neat if small. Room noise was a big problem since the family next door decided to host a family reunion outside their room (no, one would not think that would be possible. But I witnessed it!).
The not-free Wi-Fi is not worth paying for. I did not get good 4G service either in the room, so find a nearby Starbucks or other place.
Note also that parking lot is small and narrow.
Posted by a verified traveler on Nov 15, 2016
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5 out of 5
Location was great!!!
Pros:Location of hotel was right across from beach and the price was great.
Cons:More room for luggage and need free wi-fi
Location was great!!! Staff was very nice. Rooms where clean.
Posted by LMW, from Missouri on Jan 23, 2016
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3 out of 5
Close to beach
Pros:Staff
Cons:Shower fixtures
Location:Quiet, away from main hotels, easy to get to beach, great spot for those willing to walk or ride bikes, others will have to drive
Modest accomodations but very neat and orderly. You have to pay $5 for 24 hrs. of better internet. Staff was great and always available. Quiet area. Shower could have used a little maintenance interms of how the shower wand was supported. No breakfast but coffee provided in lobby. 1 block to complete beach access. Parking seemed adequate And easy to access.
Due to COVID-19, this property’s food and beverage options may be limited.
Property Features
As a guest of Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach, you'll find a terrace and a vending machine. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available. This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.
51 guestrooms or units
2 levels
2 buildings
Front desk (24 hours)
Terrace
No smoking on site
Internet
Available in all rooms:
Free WiFi
Parking
Free self parking
Transport
Airport: Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) (19.1 km / 11.9 mi)
Train station: Santa Barbara Station (2.7 km / 1.7 mi)
Parking: Free self parking
Room Amenities
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach offers 51 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature blackout drapes/curtains. 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 desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply).
LCD television
Cable channels
Shower and tub combination
Local calls (free)
Telephone
Desk
Blackout drapes
Exterior corridor access
Climate control (air conditioning)
Ensuite bathroom
Connecting rooms available
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Accessible bathroom
Roll-in shower
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair accessible parking
In-room accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-in time ends at 3:00 AM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Due to COVID-19, this property's food and beverage options may be limited pursuant to local regulations.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Check-out
Check-out by 11 AM
Payment types
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.
Pet Policy
Pets are welcome and stay free
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 2 per room
Policies
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. 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 advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff.
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Pets allowed (no fees)
Temperature checks are not available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is not available
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wears personal protective equipment
Debit cards not accepted
Protective clothing is not available to guests
Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
Staffed front desk
Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
No rollaway/extra beds available
Property does not follow regional sanitization guidelines
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines
No elevators
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually-wrapped food options are not available
Number of children who can stay free - 2
gap period enforced between guest stays
No gap period between guest stays
Hotel Names
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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You should know
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach does not have a restaurant on site. Nearby dining options include Fishouse (1.1 mi), Santa Barbara Shellfish Company (1.2 mi), and Char West Fish & Chips (1.2 mi).
This motel offers free self parking.
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach is 11.9 mi (17-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach does not have a pool.
This motel is a short 2-minute walk from East Beach and 10.1 mi (16-min drive) from Carpinteria State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
There are no spa services available at this motel.
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach does not offer free breakfast.
Check-in is from 3:00 PM - 3:00 AM.
Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach.
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
