Carpinteria Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Carpinteria

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Padaro Lane

Though Padaro Lane may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Summerland Beach.

Padaro Lane
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Sandyland Cove

If you're spending some time in Sandyland Cove, Carpinteria State Beach and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park are top sights worth seeing.

Sandyland Cove
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$240
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,217 reviews)
"I was impressed by the renovations. Front desk check in was courteous and piolite. I would stay again for sure"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$160 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
AU$160
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice staff"

Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is AU$172 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$172
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,160 reviews)
"the grounds were kept nice, all the plants seemed to be thriving."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
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Luxury Sandcastle Beachfront! Sleeps 8 - Walk Everywhere!

Luxury Sandcastle Beachfront! Sleeps 8 - Walk Everywhere!

Carpinteria
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carpinteria State Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"great!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

Luxury Sandcastle Beachfront! Sleeps 8 - Walk Everywhere!
Spacious newer home within walking distance of secluded beaches and polo fields.

Spacious newer home within walking distance of secluded beaches and polo fields.

Carpinteria
Stay at this vacation home in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the bathrooms in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
"Overall great home! Surprisingly very accessible to Santa Barbara and cozy."

Reviewed on 22 Aug. 2025

Spacious newer home within walking distance of secluded beaches and polo fields.
Just a few steps from Carpinteria State Beach. Bright, clean and cozy.

Just a few steps from Carpinteria State Beach. Bright, clean and cozy.

Carpinteria
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carpinteria State Beach and Tomol ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Small but perfect for 2
"EZ check in…Had everything we needed for our stay. Wifi access was good. Great location near beach and ez walk to restaurants and shops.Gated parking, area to lock up bikes, beach, chairs, beach towels, and umbrella supplied. Kitchen was well stocked bathroom was fine (needed extra bath towels.)Another ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Just a few steps from Carpinteria State Beach. Bright, clean and cozy.
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Popular places to visit

Carpinteria State Beach

Carpinteria State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Carpinteria State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Carpinteria. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Carpinteria State Beach
Rincon Beach Park

Rincon Beach Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Rincon Beach Park during your travels in Carpinteria? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Rincon Beach Park
Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park

Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park

Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club

Enjoy a trip to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and popular activities such as cycling in Toro Canyon. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club

Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

Tar Pits Park

Explore the great outdoors at Tar Pits Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Tar Pits Park

Activities

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$54
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

AU$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

AU$40
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

AU$84
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara

AU$289
per traveller
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

AU$59
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
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Cities near Carpinteria

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