At Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara, you can look forward to a terrace, laundry facilities and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Located in Fairview, Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is in a walkable area in Goleta with great shopping. Travellers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at UC SB Events Center or Earl Warren Showgrounds. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Goleta travel guide
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 sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Express check-in, barbecues and a 24-hour front desk
A vending machine and smoke-free property
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 87 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
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 27 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara on 1 Nov 2026 start from £87, including 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 at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara located?
Located in Fairview, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Bowlero Santa Barbara and Lost Valley Trail. South Coast Railroad Museum and Rancho La Patera and Stow House are also within 2 miles (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 selected 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
7.6
Good
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You check in at a kiosk. So if something is incorrect no one is there to help you. The room was clean and bed pretty comfortable. But no amenities not even a coffee maker. I know hotel 6 is a budget motel but for $160/night I did expect more.
Very Clean. Staff were friendly and able to give us an extra blanket since we were three to the room. Room was clean and comfortable. Nice big bathroom.
pleasantly surprised. rooms small but clean, bed comfortable. Staff responsive. Rates reasonable for one night of a 3 day holiday weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Frank
20 Sept 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean. There were no stains on the linens (I checked). The shower was hot. Groceries, pharmacies, and restaurants are within walking distance.
Let's be real about this, folks. It's a Motel 6. Clean and comfortable is all they are promising. And this place delivers.
This is a budget hotel so I didn't expect much. It was clean, had a friendly staff and the basic ammenities. I didnt swim but the pool looked very nice. Lots of places to eat nearby.
Enough parking is available. Great location with restaurants and shops around.
Rooms were not that clean and no coffee provided in the rooms. Check in was through a kiosk.
Staff was nice, location good best coffee shops and old town. Room was dingy and didn’t feel clean - bleach smell was overwhelming in the room but parking lot was really loud esp in the morning. Wouldn’t stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Michael
14 Sept 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed at #241 recently. Overall good stay but a few things might need attention.
- Shower floor feels very thin and bouncy...I feel a lot of flex while standing and moving.
- AC unit was noisy, definitely louder than normal.
- Sink faucet needs attention. When washing hands, a lot of water gets on the mirror and counter due to the spray pattern of the faucet.
We had a nice room on the 2nd floor overlooking the pool. The bed was comfortable and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Heather
25 Aug 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Check-in was awkward and uncomfortable. You check in on a kiosk and a person pops up in a window to assist. She was impatient and the volume was uncomfortably loud. There was no one in the office. The room was clean and serviceable, which is exactly what I needed it to be. Lack of Kleenex in the room was unexpected. The facilities were clean and functioning. The staff who I did interact with were friendly and helpful, both when I called the front desk and when I checked out.
We were just there for a quick night but everything was great! The staff were friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable. The shower had great pressure!
Motel 6 has a business model of providing minimal amenities for minimal prices, and this place is no exception. It is basically a place to have a roof over your head at night, with no attempt at warmth or charm. It was right off US Highway 101, and ten-minute drive to the local airport & to UCSB. Goleta has almost no places that a visitor to Santa Barbara would want to visit, so this Motel Six, like many of this chain, is just a place to spend a night or two while on your way to somewhere else.
The room had a full bath, phone, AC, fridge, and TV with 40 channels. It was clean, quiet, and well-maintained. Free amenities included parking, wifi, pool, and morning coffee in the lobby. Innumerable shops & restaurants are within walking distance.
Staff was helpful in providing an iron & ironing board, and allowing me to print out my boarding passes if I sent them as a pdf to an email address.