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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
Motel near Carpinteria State Beach in Carpinteria

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Coffee service
Exterior
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013
  • Place, Carpinteria State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Rincon Beach Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(80 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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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

  • Carpinteria State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Rincon Beach Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club - 5 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Butterfly Beach - 12 min drive - 10.2 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
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Spot - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪City Market Center - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel near Carpinteria State Beach in Carpinteria
As a guest of Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South also features coffee/tea in a common area, 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)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 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

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

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 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 Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South to the airport?

Motel 6 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 Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South?

As of Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South on Oct 26, 2025 start from $87.99, 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 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South have an airport shuttle?

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

How close is Motel 6 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 Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South offer free breakfast?

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

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

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

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

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

This motel offers free self parking.

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

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

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

There are no spa services available at this motel.

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

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South is 0.6 mi away from Carpinteria.