Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach
34.417928, -119.670947
Overview
Budget-friendly beach motel with retro decor and free beach equipment
Location & Beach Access
Situated less than a minute's walk from East Beach, Motel 6 Santa Barbara offers direct access to the shoreline. The Santa Barbara Zoo is half a mile away, and Stearns Wharf is 1 mile from the property. Downtown shopping and dining on State Street is a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Accommodations & Decor
Each room at Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach features renovated 60s retro-style decor with vintage furniture and aquamarine accents. Rooms include cable TV, a seating area, and an en suite bathroom with Dove toiletries. Select rooms on the second floor offer a sliver of ocean view, and all rooms have blackout drapes and desks.
Amenities & Services
The hotel provides a year-round outdoor pool and a sun terrace for guest use. Complimentary beach equipment rentals are available, making it easy to enjoy the sand and surf. Free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk are standard, along with vending machines for late-night snacks.
Pet-Friendly Policies
Santa Barbara Motel 6 welcomes pets with no extra fees, and provides water bowls that are refreshed each morning. A designated doggy release area with doggy bags is available on the property. Guests also receive a welcome doggy treat at check-in.
Family-Friendly Features
Families staying at Motel 6 Santa Barbara East Beach benefit from the complimentary beach equipment and the outdoor pool. The Santa Barbara Zoo is a short walk away, and the hotel's family-run atmosphere includes personalized attention from staff. Parking is free, and the property is close to child-friendly attractions like Stearns Wharf.
- Location: Steps from East Beach, half-mile to Santa Barbara Zoo
- Rooms: Renovated 60s retro-style decor with blackout drapes
- Amenities: Outdoor pool, free parking, 24-hour front desk
- Pet-Friendly: No extra fees, water bowls, doggy bags, welcome treat
- Family: Complimentary beach equipment, zoo nearby
- For: Budget travelers, pet owners, families
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed1 King Size Bed2 Double beds
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Max:5 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 Double beds
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed2 Double beds
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Essential information about Motel 6-Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach
| 💵 Lowest room price | 154 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 1.6 mi |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 14.0 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Santa Barbara, SBA |
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