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Our top choices for Carpinteria motels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

1. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,756 reviews)
"Good parking, centrally located, walking distance to Carpinteria State Park."
United States
Stephen
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a red roof.

2. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,569 reviews)
"Great hotel recommended quiet, clean and close to freeway 101, good option"
United States
Miguel
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
A corridor with a pergola structure, stone walls, and a view of a building with a balcony.

3. Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Carpinteria
7.0 out of 10, Good, (720 reviews)
"Good clean reasonable place to stay!"
United States
Alan
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Casa Del Sol
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

4. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,505 reviews)
"Amazing location, super clean rooms, comfortable beds, highly recommend!!"
United States
Tammy
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

5. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,199 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is £143
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

6. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,438 reviews)
"Great location and clean facilities. Staff was very helpful and check in went smoothly"
United States
Anthony
The price is £112
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.

7. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Gustavo
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Inn at East Beach
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

8. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"I Love this place! They have the coolest pool area with hot tub and you always meet cool people from around the world! Staff is excellent! I always stay here when in Santa Barbara and need a hotel!"
United States
Aaron
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ala Mar by the Sea
A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

9. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Room was clean and ready and staff was very friendly"
United States
chris
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

10. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,761 reviews)
"Great location and overall stay"
United States
Greg
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge
A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.

11. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Friendly staff, little away from the downtown area."
United States
Dipesh
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Oasis Inn & Suites
A large, modern interior space with geometric ceiling design and large letters spelling "agov" on the wall.

12. Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (840 reviews)
"Shower pressure was great, quiet hotel, friendly staff."
United States
Christine
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Agave Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a shower area.

13. Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"I’ve stayed multiple times - convenient location, comfortable rooms"
United States
Megan
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Town and Country Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

14. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (874 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Presidio
A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

15. Solei House

Solei House
3.0 star property
San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (148 reviews)
"Great little place. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Ashley
The price is £101
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Solei House
A bathroom with a large window, a countertop with a sink, and a mirror.

16. White Caps Motel

White Caps Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (898 reviews)
"Great stay! The parking location was extremely convenient, and the room was clean and tidy! Will definitely be staying again."
United States
Alexandria
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
White Caps Motel
A neatly made bed with white bedding and a patterned pillow, a bedside lamp, and a modern wall design.

17. Crystal Lodge Motel

Crystal Lodge Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"I liked having a kitchen. Place was very cozy"
United States
Karen
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Crystal Lodge Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

18. Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
North State
6.6 out of 10, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean room.very helpful staff. This will be my go to place to stay."
United States
K.
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Rose Garden Inn
A lounge area with a fireplace, a lounge chair, and a round wicker table.

19. Hummingbird Inn of Ojai

Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
2.5 star property
Downtown Ojai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (414 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Julie
The price is £173
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
A reception desk with a digital screen displaying a welcome message for smart travelers and a sign for the number 6.

20. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,195 reviews)
"Close to airport"
United States
BARTHOLOMEW A
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
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Top Carpinteria Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

8/10 Good
"Very thin bedding"
cooper 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

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Carpinteria Motels information

Number of reviews
10,640
Accommodation
10 Motels
Lowest Price
£60
Highest Price
£173

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Carpinteria?
If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Carpinteria, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let Expedia help you find something similar from more than 220 lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free parking and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a place to stay for the weary traveller driving along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Carpinteria?
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Bowl. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. It's located within a 20-minute drive of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Bowl. Casa Del Sol: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 20-minute drive of Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Bowl.
What can I do in Carpinteria?
In this family-friendly area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting Carpinteria like its shops and cafes. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Carpinteria State Beach, Rincon Beach Park and La Conchita Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, Los Padres National Forest and Friends of the Library Used Bookstore.
What's the seasonal weather like in Carpinteria?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Carpinteria to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Carpinteria is 385 mm.
What are my options for getting around Carpinteria while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Carpinteria to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is located 18.2 mi (29.3 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Oxnard, CA (OXR), which is 22.5 mi (36.2 km) away. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Carpinteria Station.