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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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).
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What's nearby

  • Bowlero Santa Barbara - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond - 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Yogurtland - ‬2 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
  • 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 self 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
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

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 Jan 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on Feb 1, 2026 start from $72.46, 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. 515 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 92 out of 1204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 125 out of 1204 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yuri, FOSTER CITY

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

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

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack, Orinda

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Liuqing

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danya

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

anmol

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice clean room. It was walkable all around. Very nice for the price, will come again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ananda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jefferson

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

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Micole

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Should be Motel 10. Very clean and comfortable. I’ll stay here again and again and again to be close to my daughter and family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Edmond

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nosy and car alarm beeping to 2am as nd people yelling in parking lot and lots of traffic noise and very hard to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

yuxuan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wei

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Air conditioner sounds aloud.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

A Good Motel 6

No complaints. Everything was as it should be.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Madhur Bobde

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was super easy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keiana

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025