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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street

2.0 star property
Santa Barbara motel in North State area

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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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3505 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
  • Place, Upper State Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, La Cumbre Plaza
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Guest Room With 1 Full Bed And Roll In Shower-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Guest Room With 1 Full Bed And Tub-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

2 Full Beds | Micfridge

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

North State stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this North State motel, you'll find Upper State Street and Santa Barbara Golf Club. Also, La Cumbre Plaza is within half a mile (1 km) and Earl Warren Showgrounds is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • La Cumbre Plaza - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 13 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria La Unica - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street

Santa Barbara motel in North State area
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street offers its guests a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 59 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street offers 59 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Santa Barbara 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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • 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! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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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; cash is not accepted
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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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 State Street
Motel 6 Santa Barbara State Street
Motel 6 Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Motel Six
Motel 6 - State Street Hotel Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara Motel 6
6 Santa Barbara, Ca State
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Frequently asked questions

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

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street is 6.9 mi (9-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 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street?

As of Dec 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street on Dec 10, 2025 start from $91.99, 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 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street have an airport shuttle?

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

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

This motel is 3.3 mi (12-min drive) from Arroyo Burro Beach and 4.1 mi (12-min drive) from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

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

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

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

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM.

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

This motel offers free self parking.

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

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street does not have a pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this motel.

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

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street is 2.3 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 316 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 174 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1008 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

alan

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
You know I’ve seen a lot of motel sixes throughout my life. This has to be the worst one I’ve ever stayed off. The floors were filthy. We stepped out of our stepped onto the floor and looked at our feet and they were dirty from the floor. Do they ever mop place? One of the reasons that we chose this is because they had a pool. The problem the stupid lady at the front desk wouldn’t open it. I went there in the morning to ask what time they open the pool cause I wanted to catch a quick swim she said nine 3930 came. It was still locked. I went and asked her she wouldn’t get off herchair walk 30 steps to unlock the pool gate. I waited and waited by 2 o’clock. It was too late. Your attitude was the worst attitude I’ve ever seen anybody have a hotel absolutely should be replaced. But it is a motel six so what should I expect. Do yourself a favor. Find another place to stay and spend a few more bucks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Daniel, Long Beach

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I heard this was the 2nd Motel 6 ever. That’s cool. The place was alright. Staff were friendly. There were places to eat very near by. Parking was a little tight. The thing that turned me off from this place was the smell in the rooms. Kind of like industrial cleaners and mold. I had to air the room out every time I came back to it. It was almost so bad that I was about to leave. After the first few days, I got use to it and everything was fine, but it just smelled off. Again, it made sleeping and eating in the room almost impossible unless you aired it out for an hour or two. Value seemed solid, and like I said, the staff were friendly. I would not come back, unless I had to though.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The first room they gave me had little flies all over. I called to report and they gaveme a different room with no flies that seemed cleaner
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Luca, Mountain View

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoyed staying at this hotel but the only bad thing is that our room had a lot of mold and the windows wouldn’t open to get fresh air inside. Definitely need a better way to solve this mold problem. Mold is very dangerous to our health.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had never stayed at a Motel 6 before because I had negative thoughts about it. Our spur of the moment trip to Santa Barbara, and the ridiculous prices there for just one night, made me rethink. This Motel 6 was immaculate, it looked totally remodeled, had "wood" flooring and the receptionist was friendly and efficient!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

6/10 Okay

Teresa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wi fi didn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Krystal

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness

Know your location

The hotel is okay, its a motel 6. However make sure you know what location you are booking. I learned the hard way this was not it. There is more than one in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accessible to downtown
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind staff, clean simple room. Everything worked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ravyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The check in was fast & the staff were friendly. The room was clean. The location is convenient to lots of things.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary Loretta

Just ok, could use some updating even for a simple place. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Amenities
Nice property and staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For Motel 6, this one I am giving a 5⭐️ as compared to other Motel 6 we have stayed in. It was easy to access, clean and staff were friendly. It is located centrally for the activities we had plannned. 🏍️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

6/10 Okay

Madeleine E.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
A very basic room (with no frills like tissues or shampoo) but the bed was comfortable, the Wi-Fi was good, and it turned out there was a great breakfast place just down the street.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything Was Good For Us. Thank You
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very clean motel, safe area. Staff are very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no complaints everything was great 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was our second Motel 6 and it was OK. Rooms weren’t very big but the air con was pretty good. Bathroom was ok. Room was pretty good value for money and we found a great brewery around the corner and a Korean BBQ place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025