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Our top choices for Carpinteria motels

Free WiFi, bed sheets

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, (1,612 reviews)
"good place to stay."
United States
Ramzi
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Courtyard

2. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,402 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andrew
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

3. Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Carpinteria
7.0 out of 10, Good, (704 reviews)
"Great location. Super convenient, close to the beach, bus and good shopping options."
Japan
Philip
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Casa Del Sol
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,361 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is £118
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior

5. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,173 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is £159
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Marina Beach Hotel
Room amenity

6. 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, (1,464 reviews)
"Great location. The room was small, clean and simple and the staff was friendly."
United States
David S
The price is £121
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Reception

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Close to beach."
United States
Shubh
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Inn at East Beach
Front of property

8. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was amazing and great staff"
United States
angela
The price is £117
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Ala Mar by the Sea
Exterior

9. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Lovely staff and easy check in!"
United States
Channah
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

10. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,660 reviews)
"Great place to stay as a solo traveler."
United States
Vania
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby

11. White Caps Motel

White Caps Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (838 reviews)
"Everything was perfect - large clean room, comfortable bed (maybe too comfy!) , newly renovated, spacious bathroom, very little plastic anywhere, Great price and location close to breakfasts of all sorts. Wonderful stay."
United States
alison
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
White Caps Motel
Interior entrance

12. Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (825 reviews)
"Shower pressure was great, quiet hotel, friendly staff."
United States
Christine
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Agave Inn
Down duvets, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request)

13. Crystal Lodge Motel

Crystal Lodge Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice clean room, good location"
United States
Thomas
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Crystal Lodge Motel
Courtyard

14. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and the staff was nice."
United States
Corrie
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Oasis Inn & Suites
Lobby sitting area

15. Hummingbird Inn of Ojai

Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
2.5 star property
Downtown Ojai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"Loved our stay here! Truly such an amazing relaxing stay! Would for sure visit again!"
United States
Laura
The price is £155
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

16. Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was a good price staff was very helpful and nice id totally stay there again"
United States
Rasheed
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Town and Country Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

17. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (839 reviews)
"The location and ease of getting to the hotel were perfect for a one night trip to Santa Barbara for a concert at the bowl."
United States
Sarah
The price is £125
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Presidio
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

18. Casa Ojai Inn

Casa Ojai Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Ojai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, ample parking, great/clean swimming pool and jacuzzi. We had a wonderful stay!"
United States
Dulce
The price is £162
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Casa Ojai Inn
Deluxe King - Renovated | Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

19. Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (121 reviews)
"great for a short stay."
United States
Donna
The price is £114
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Sunset Motel
Coffee service

20. Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
Downtown Ventura
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very close to the beach and some favorite music venues. I will stay here again soon."
United States
Jennifer
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - Downtown
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Top Carpinteria Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

10/10 Excellent
"Great place"
Andrew 4-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

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Carpinteria Motels information

Number of reviews
13,284
Accommodation
10 Motels
Lowest Price
£66
Highest Price
£162

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 213 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf. 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 short 9-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo. Casa Del Sol: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Stay within a 20-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo and Stearns Wharf.
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 Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, Los Padres National Forest and Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary.
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.