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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
Motel near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara

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Exterior
Pet-friendly
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Room amenity

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Queen Bed | New 60s Retro-Style Decor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Full Beds | Deluxe, Micfridge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Queen Bed | Hearing Accessible - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Queen Bed | Hearing Accessible - Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Full Beds | Hearing Accessible - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Full Beds | Mobility Accessible - Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed | Deluxe, Micfridge

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Queen Bed | Deluxe, Micfridge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed | Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Queen Bed | Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 2 Full Beds | Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Full Beds | Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Full Beds | New 60s Retro-Style Decor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed | ADA/Tub/Mini Fridge

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Queen Bed | ADA/Tub/Mini Fridge

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 Full Bed | ADA/Tub/Micfridge

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Full Bed | ADA/Tub/Micfridge

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed | Mobility Accessible - Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1 Queen Bed | Mobility Accessible - Oceanside - New 60s Retro-Style Decor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.At this Santa Barbara Beach motel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of East Beach and Chase Palm Park. Cabrillo Pavillion and Santa Barbara Zoo are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Barbara Bowl - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪El Sitio - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪East Beach Tacos - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Reunion Kitchen + Drink - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel near Santa Barbara Zoo in Santa Barbara
As a guest of Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Santa Barbara motel is smoke free.

  • 51 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach offers 51 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers.

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). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

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

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.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 50
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50

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
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 150 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    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

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using exisiting bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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 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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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

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

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach is 11.9 mi (14-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 - Beach?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach on Nov 24, 2025 start from $119.0, 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 - Beach have an airport shuttle?

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

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

This motel is a short 1-minute walk from East Beach and 1.3 mi (8-min drive) from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

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

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

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

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Early check-in costs USD 50 (subject to availability).

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

This motel offers free self parking.

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

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

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

There are no spa services available at this motel.

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

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach is 1.9 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Reviews

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 741 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1156 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

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

you should go

it’s was so cute clean towels were nice in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and grounds. Nice view of ocean. Staff friendly. Nice area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KRISTEN, Santa Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This Motel 6 Beach was amazing! It is so clean and decorated so beautifully. The bed was very comfortable. We went out for a concert and then came back to sleep. We enjoyed our time here. The staff was very nice. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonora

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location by the beach in a beautiful and quiet neighbourhood
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will stay here again and again. The room was clean, the staff was friendly, the location is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great decor, great location

This is an above average Motel 6 with it's fresh 1960s decor. Just one block from the beach. Bed was comfortable. Air conditioning worked well. Clean. No problems with the WiFi. Not much storage for an extended stay, but that seems true of all Motel 6. Fine for a night or two.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robbie

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

Economical for the area and sweet decor

Great check in and check out. Room was nice, love the retro, colorful feel. Great for being so close to the beach. A work trip so no time to use the pool. Only drawback was the bed, not so comfy. Also would be great if the blanket would be tucked in do that it comes further up towards the pillows
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time at a motel 6 and I was pleasantly su
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara Aly, Doha

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really clean and the room has fun beach decor. The towels were a bit worn but everything else was perfect. It is super close to the beach and Santa Barbara pier which was very nice. It does not feel like a motel 6 at all!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the historical significance, the excellent staff and convenient location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

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

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gustavo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
lo unico malo del cuarto, que no tiene microwave ni cafetera
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Natasha

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

Santa Barbara on a Budget

All around, this it a solid choice for a brief visit to Santa Barbara. Although our room was not ready when we arrived, the staff at check-in did their best to make up for the slight delay by offering us a complimentary bottle of wine. The room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and retro renovated to1962 style (this is the first Motel 6). Friendly check in and great parking. Great vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley, Highland Park

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

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was so retro cute design. The view was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jake

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Staff were not pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025