Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach

Santa Barbara, United States View on map
8.1 Very Good Based on 1929 reviews
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"Retro decor fills rooms equipped with mini fridges, sitting a 3-minute walk from the beach. Guests park directly outside their doors near an outdoor pool. Made for coastal road-trippers, and not for noise-sensitive sleepers."

From US$ 174 US$ 154 per night
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Check-in
8 Oct 2026
Check-out
9 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach

  • East Beach
    < 1-min walk
  • Pet-Friendly
    No extra fees
  • Outdoor Pool
    Year-round sun terrace
  • Free Parking
    No reservation needed
  • Historic Site
    Original 1962 Motel 6
  • Beach Gear
    Chairs & umbrellas

Overview

Located just 6 minutes' stroll from East Cabrillo Boulevard, Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach offers 46 rooms with views of the garden. The 3-star motel is in the Santa Barbara Urban Wine Trail district, 1.9 miles from such natural sights as the sand Leadbetter Beach.

The Santa Barbara hotel is situated approximately 25 minutes by foot from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and fairly close to The Cabrillo Ball Park. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting Peabody Stadium, 1.6 miles from the Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach. Guests might as well visit Cabrillo Park, which is about 5 minutes' stroll away. Stearns Wharf Harbor is 1.3 miles from the property, while Santa Barbara Amtrak is situated 1.4 miles away. Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach stands close to Santa Barbara Zoo, only steps away from Cabrillo and Milpas bus stop.

Certain rooms feature central heating system, an iron and ironing board, along with coffee/tea making machines for your convenience. Some rooms include a private bathroom. Along with a separate bedroom, a deluxe apartment also offers an a fully furnished kitchen for self-catering purposes.

The neighborhood features restaurants, including Marbella, which is just moments from the Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach.

  • Check-in
    from 16:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach
Our tips

Should you book Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach?

Perfect if you
  • Need a pet-friendly stay - dogs are allowed to stay free of charge.
  • Want free private parking directly at the hotel in a busy beachside area.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect on-site dining - the motel only has snack vending machines, no restaurant or bar.
Best for
  • Staying in the first Motel 6 ever built, a 1962 historic property with retro decor

Facilities of 6-Santa Barbara

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Vending machines
Dining
  • Snack bar
Leisure & Sports
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Terrace

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Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 16:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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