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Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2.0 star property
Travelers find a comfortable base at this Santa Barbara area motel with its refreshing outdoor pool, convenient WiFi, and helpful staff ready to assist

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Motel 6 Goleta is a practical gateway to Santa Barbara. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool, grab snacks at the on-site deli, and enjoy in-room WiFi. Laundry facilities and free parking make extended stays convenient.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in Goleta, Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is in a walkable area with great shopping. Santa Barbara Bowl and South Coast Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Camino Real Marketplace and Upper State Street. Earl Warren Showgrounds and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Goleta travel guide
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5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA, 93117

What's nearby

  • Bowlero Santa Barbara
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lookout County Park
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lost Valley Trail
    2 min drive - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Goleta Station
    4 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    12 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    5 min walk
  • Yogurtland
    2 min walk
  • Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
    15 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel near University of California, Santa Barbara
You can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities, and a snack bar/deli at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 87 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Limited housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, debit cards, and cash
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)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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6 Santa Barbara Goleta
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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

As of Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on Mar 8, 2026 start from CA $107, 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.

Is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara located?

Situated in Goleta, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Bowlero Santa Barbara and Lookout County Park. Lost Valley Trail and South Coast Railroad Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Goleta Station is 30 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 145 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 95 out of 1212 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 1212 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sal

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, excellent customer service. Would definitely book a room there again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Hotel was clean and safe. Would be better with new beds and s dresser😊
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

an

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean room, working air conditioning and heater, lots of parking, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a good, functional, clean hotel. It's obviously older, but has been upgraded. Bummer it's next to the freeway because of noise. Great that it's next to the freeway for easy access. My check in got messed up, but the great staff fixed it and all was well. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious bathroom. Comfy bed. Great price!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SARAVANAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Have stayed multiple times, and this time was a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, lots of restaurants near by
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Should be Motel 10. Very clean and comfortable. I’ll stay here again and again and again to be close to my daughter and family.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, everything functioned as it should . Reasonable price and front desk staff was excellent !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and in good working order. Front desk person was very cheerful and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Leonard

Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean. The shower and sink had seen better days. Check in and check out was quick. No real amenities given…no coffee or tea unit in room, but there were shops and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The surrounding city of Goleta is very nice to walk around to grab brunch, shop for snacks, or enjoy a nice dinner. The area is very safe and the property was located in a very convenient area that's only a 2 minute drive away from nearby stores. I would recommend it for anyone wanting to stay in Goleta for a weekend trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stuart

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hair on the bathroom floor, bed was creaky and slid on its base if sitting up against the wall. Comically small towels. Staff was nice though
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Magali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were so sweet on letting me decorate the room for my boyfriends birthday supper nice staff and very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rosalie

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location for airport. Plenty of restaurants. Room VERY small for two double beds. Human hair in bathroom sink.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Good budget hotel

No complaints. Comfortable, quiet and cheap.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked how you have a lot of places that are just a short walk from the motel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a very convenient location. I used stay here often to go visit our daughter at Ucsb. However, the price of the room during graduation weekend was outrageous.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actually this place was quite refreshing after a really not so great stay at another motel 6. This place was clean, quiet and really nice. I really enjoyed my stay here, only one night but the receptionist was quite friendly. I'd come back here, no problem. Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and good! Just some marks on the walls in the bathroom that hadn’t been cleaned
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
walking distance to shopping and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in May 2025