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Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

2.0 star property
Motel near Stearns Wharf in Santa Barbara

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A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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443 Corona Del Mar, Santa Barbara, CA, 93103
  • Place, Cabrillo Pavillion
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

1 Queen Bed | New 60s Retro-Style Decor

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Full Beds | Deluxe, Micfridge

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a window with a mountain view, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

2 Full Beds | Deluxe, Micfridge

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed | Deluxe, Micfridge

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

1 Queen Bed | Deluxe, Micfridge

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a window with a mountain view, and a wall with a geometric pattern.

2 Full Beds | New 60s Retro-Style Decor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

1 Queen Bed | ADA/Tub/Mini Fridge

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

1 Full Bed | ADA/Tub/Micfridge

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of palm trees and the ocean.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Santa Barbara Beach motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara County Courthouse. East Beach and Chase Palm Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cabrillo Pavillion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • East Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chase Palm Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 6 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Santa Barbara Shellfish Company - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ospi Montecito - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel near Stearns Wharf 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. For a fee, 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
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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The Inn at East Beach
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  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
4.2 out of 5, Very good, 1,005 reviews
The price is CA $263
CA $299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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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

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per night)
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 10 per night
  • 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 Aug 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach on Sept 1, 2026 start from CA $233, 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 10.5 mi (21-min drive) from Carpinteria State 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?

Free parking is not available at this motel. Self parking is available for USD 10 per night.

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.

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 922 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 321 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 53 out of 1434 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1434 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and appreciate the cleanliness of the room and the property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Savanah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, super close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, close to beach, excellent staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice rooms and excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we absolutely loved our stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well maintained motel. Fabulous location with nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are very welcoming and clean. The decor really makes you feel like you're on vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Easy to get to and close to everything. well worth the price and the staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind and helpful. Great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location in walking distance from the gorgeous beach. Very clean hotel with friendly staff. Would 100% stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phenomenal Location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, clean rooms, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, closed t everything and dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SONJA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean rooms one block from beach. Great value!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location of the hotel was great. It is an older hotel but maintained well. The room was clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marietta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near beach!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dollar for dollar, this property is an excellent value. The room and grounds were clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was within walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Good for what we needed. Close to beach, down town and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice Rooms great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The women at front desk was so friendly . Loved our retro room. The nicest Motel 6 I have stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this motel! We had a view of the beach. EZ walk to restaurants. Everything was immaculate & everyone was more than helpful. .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026