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Next weekend
4 Sept - 6 Sept
In two weeks
11 Sept - 13 Sept
In one month
25 Sept - 27 Sept
In two months
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Carpinteria motels

Room

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, (1,636 reviews)
"Great place to stay, and a nice pool!"
United States
Heather
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 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, (1,405 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andrew
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 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, (703 reviews)
"Great location. Super convenient, close to the beach, bus and good shopping options."
Japan
Philip
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Casa Del Sol
Room amenity

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, (1,473 reviews)
"Great location. The room was small, clean and simple and the staff was friendly."
United States
David S
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

5. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,403 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior

6. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,178 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is AU$342
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marina Beach Hotel
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, (1,014 reviews)
"Close to beach."
United States
Shubh
The price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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
6.0 out of 10, (1,027 reviews)
"Room was amazing and great staff"
United States
angela
The price is AU$226
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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, (1,069 reviews)
"Rooms were clean & beds were comfortable."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$195
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, (2,653 reviews)
"Great place to stay as a solo traveler."
United States
Vania
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sandpiper Lodge
Room

11. Crystal Lodge Motel

Crystal Lodge Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice check in, room as expected"
United States
Katherine
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Crystal Lodge Motel
Lobby

12. White Caps Motel

White Caps Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (833 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 AU$146
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
White Caps Motel
Interior entrance

13. Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"Great"
United States
Weichih
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Agave Inn
Lobby sitting area

14. Hummingbird Inn of Ojai

Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
2.5 star property
Downtown Ojai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (388 reviews)
"Loved our stay here! Truly such an amazing relaxing stay! Would for sure visit again!"
United States
Laura
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
Courtyard

15. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,016 reviews)
"Quiet room, even though right on State Street and just a nice little hotel"
United States
David
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Oasis Inn & Suites
Outdoor pool

16. Casa Ojai Inn

Casa Ojai Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Ojai
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Great hotel central in Ojai"
United Kingdom
Joanne
The price is AU$307
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Casa Ojai Inn
Deluxe King - Renovated

17. Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (117 reviews)
"great for a short stay."
United States
Donna
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Sunset Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

18. Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"It was a good price staff was very helpful and nice id totally stay there again"
United States
Rasheed
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Town and Country Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

19. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (838 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 AU$221
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
The Presidio
Room

20. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,217 reviews)
"Love the onsite laundry."
United States
Suz-Anne
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
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Top Carpinteria Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"The friendly cheerful staff was kind and helpful. The amenities in the room were appreciated. The clean room, and comfort of the bed were greatly appreciated"
Patricia 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Find out more about Carpinteria

Carpinteria Motels information

Number of reviews
16,340
Accommodation
9 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$123
Highest Price
AU$342

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.

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