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Next weekend
17 July - 19 July
In two weeks
24 July - 26 July
In one month
7 Aug - 9 Aug
In two months
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Carpinteria motels

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,405 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking. Staff was very friendly. Great motel to take the dogs."
United States
Teresa
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Room amenity

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, (1,410 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and friendly. Great location! Rooms were cute and comfortable."
United States
Jenny
The price is AU$302
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,307 reviews)
"3 blocks from the beach with an awesome staff and spotless rooms."
United States
Daneka
The price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,248 reviews)
"Dog friendly and nice staff"
United States
Denice
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Reception

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,144 reviews)
"We always love staying here when visiting Santa Barbara!"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AU$471
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Marina Beach Hotel
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Carpinteria
7.0 out of 10, Good, (683 reviews)
"My sister said the coffee was delicious! Nice selection of tea and bagels for me."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AU$312
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
Casa Del Sol
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
The Inn at East Beach
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is AU$428
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Ala Mar by the Sea
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,547 reviews)
"Clean and spacious accommodations and friendly staff."
United States
William
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Sandpiper Lodge
Pool

Motel 6 Ventura, CA - South

Motel 6 Ventura, CA - South
2.0 star property
East End
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,177 reviews)
"Friendly staff, large room, and close to multiple restaurants."
United States
Steven
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Motel 6 Ventura, CA - South
Exterior

Bayshore Inn Motel

Bayshore Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (425 reviews)
"Really nice people working at this hotel."
United States
Michael
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
Bayshore Inn Motel
Down duvets, individually decorated, individually furnished

Crystal Lodge Motel

Crystal Lodge Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice check in, room as expected"
United States
Katherine
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Crystal Lodge Motel
Front of property

Ventura Beach House Motel

Ventura Beach House Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown Ventura
7.4 out of 10, Good, (376 reviews)
"Close by the beach and pier "
United States
Jordan
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Ventura Beach House Motel
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Business centre

Victoria Motel

Victoria Motel
2.0 star property
East End
7.0 out of 10, Good, (247 reviews)
"Everything was perfect from check in to check out. Stayed here 2 times . Thank you for having us 🤗"
United States
Lyudmyla
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Victoria Motel
Exterior

Mission Bell Motel

Mission Bell Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
7.2 out of 10, Good, (161 reviews)
""Clean room, friendly staff, and unbeatable location! Mission Bell exceeded my expectations for the price. I would definitely stay here again.""
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Mission Bell Motel
House

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses

The Shores Inn and Beach Houses
2.0 star property
Pierpont Bay
6.2 out of 10, (895 reviews)
"The staff did a fantastic job! Lots of food options within walking distance. The beach was within walking distance."
United States
Patricia
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
The Shores Inn and Beach Houses
Lobby sitting area

Hummingbird Inn of Ojai

Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
2.5 star property
Downtown Ojai
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (359 reviews)
"Great resort and great staff! Our room was spacious, we loved having the connected patio."
United States
Evan
The price is AU$387
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Hummingbird Inn of Ojai
Lobby

White Caps Motel

White Caps Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (772 reviews)
"A great stay , comfortable and clean."
United States
Nicholas
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
White Caps Motel
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Top Carpinteria Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"Easy check in , room was cleaned ."
Samantha 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Find out more about Carpinteria

Carpinteria Motels information

Number of reviews
20,189
Accommodation
9 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$119
Highest Price
AU$471

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 216 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 short 9-minute drive of Carpinteria State Beach. 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 10-minute drive of Carpinteria State Beach and 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 Carpinteria State Beach.
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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