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Featured Motels in Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1183)
"Great for the price. Great breakfast options included "
The price is P5,329
P6,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Sandpiper Lodge
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1426)
"Front desk staff was courteous and helpful"
The price is P6,828
P8,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
King Frederik Inn
Children's activities
King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1367)
"Conveniently located in middle of town. Close to many wine tasting rooms and restaurants. Nice accomodations. Offers continental breakfast."
The price is P7,103
P8,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
King Frederik Inn
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1134)
"The clerk Sandy was incredibly nice. She was very busy but took her time with me and showed sincere interest in my stay! Thanks Sandy! "
The price is P5,704
P6,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Easy checkin. Simple room is just what I wanted. "
The price is P5,297
P6,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (1004)
"Clean Room, very nice staff"
The price is P4,763
P5,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Room amenity
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Cute and convenient. Great shower and fresh looking paint in the room. Would like to have had a microwave but the fridge was spacious."
The price is P6,344
P7,232 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Front of property
Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1726)
"family setting where one feels welcomed"
The price is P7,372
P8,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
Vending machine
Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Quiet and clean"
The price is P3,830
P4,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area
The Inn at East Beach
Reception
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Great location!!! Room was very spacious and had a full kitchen. The motel is quite old and run down and could use a refresh but the location and size of rooms you can’t beat. It’s dog friendly also. "
The price is P7,318
P8,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Inn at East Beach
Oasis Inn & Suites
Courtyard
Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Conveniently located, free self-parking, clean rooms."
The price is P5,314
P6,057 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Oasis Inn & Suites
Inn at Highway 1
Reception
Inn at Highway 1
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (725)
"."
The price is P6,276
P7,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Inn at Highway 1
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"The room was very clean and spacious.half block to the beach. "
The price is P9,386
P10,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Marina Beach Motel
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Exterior
Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Wonderful stay, cottage was well worth the extra cost, spacious, comfortable, excellent bed, and super location to walk to everything!"
The price is P7,886
P9,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
Pool
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Very convenient and clean. Super reasonable price. "
The price is P5,704
P6,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - State Street
Motel 6 Lompoc, CA
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Lompoc, CA
2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1000)
"Very clean and convenient. Comfortable beds. Next time we’ll be requesting a room in the back, away from the busy street. Friendly staff. Good price."
The price is P4,181
P4,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Motel 6 Lompoc, CA
Inn of Lompoc
Lobby lounge
Inn of Lompoc
2.5 star property
6.2 out of 10, (798)
"I liked that the property was walking distance f try from a lot of fast food and shopping centers "
The price is P3,822
P4,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Inn of Lompoc
Rose Garden Inn
Garden
Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
6.2 out of 10, (947)
"Low cost hotel. No frills. Not a place for a romantic getaway. But if you are solo, low maintenance, and on business, it serves its purpose. Sleep, shower, work, and go. "
The price is P5,542
P6,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Rose Garden Inn
Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn
Exterior
Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Everything was great from check in to checkout no complaints. If you ever go to the area and are in need of a room def make sure to go here. "
The price is P7,880
P9,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Beach
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (123)
"Good low cost motel. "
The price is P6,409
P7,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
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Casa Jardin
Exterior
Casa Jardin
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (128)
"Highly recommend this place. The space was used efficiently, it was very clean, and had the eco/sustainable amenities needed for a great stay. When needing to contact the ‘front desk’ via text, they were responsive within a few minutes or less. Would def recommend this place and will plan on coming back when the times comes. "
The price is P4,903
P11,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Casa Jardin
Tide Pool Villas
Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Tide Pool Villas
4.5 star property
6.2 out of 10, (50)
"Room was large, with kitchen. Free parking and breakfast were provided. The staff was friendly and accommodating. Location was close to beach and shopping. Great value for area."
Tide Pool Villas
The 3 Dux
Garden
The 3 Dux
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"We stayed 4 nights and would definitely return if visiting Santa Barbara again. Communication with our host Debbie was great. Everything was as described in the listing. "
The 3 Dux
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Barbara?
If you’re having difficulty finding a motel in Santa Barbara, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 1110 hotels and other accommodations. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you’re likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you’ll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Santa Barbara?
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Sandpiper Lodge: A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It’s located within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf. Oasis Inn & Suites: It’s located within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. Free WiFi, free parking, and a computer station are available during your stay. The Inn at East Beach: Stay within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like heating.
How many motels should I expect to find in Santa Barbara?
Expedia has 14 low-priced motels in Santa Barbara.
What can I do in Santa Barbara?
In this historical area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you’re sightseeing. Those visiting Santa Barbara love its shops, wineries, and cafes. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach, and Lotusland. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, Santa Barbara Zoo, and Channel Islands National Park. Some historical places you might want to see include Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara, and Presidio Santa Barbara.
What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Barbara?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Barbara to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Barbara is 15 inches.
What are my options for getting around Santa Barbara when staying in a motel?
We’ve gathered some information about getting around Santa Barbara to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is located 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, you can search for flights to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 24.7 mi (39.7 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Santa Barbara Station.