Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Hotels
7.2 (1379 reviews)
5550 Carpinteria Avenue , Carpinteria , US
+1 805-684-8602

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean interior
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Uncomfortable bedding
Limited amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
5.95
Several reviews noted dirty rooms and unclean floors.
Service
8.95
Most reviews praised the friendly staff and good service.
Location
8.95
Guests consistently appreciated the good location near attractions.
Room Quality
6.45
Various comments indicated issues with room size and uncomfortable bedding.
Amenities
7.45
Limited amenities mentioned, some dissatisfaction with the lack of food options.
Value for Money
6.45
Some guests felt that the price did not match the quality of their experience.
Food and Beverage
5.45
Lack of food options and coffee in rooms affected the experience.
Overall Experience
7.95
Overall mixed sentiments with some highlights on location and staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 01:31

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just a few blocks from central Carpinteria, California, Motel 6 Santa Barbara - Carpinteria offers easy access to beaches, shops, and restaurants.

Relaxing Amenities
Guests can unwind and enjoy the outdoor pool at Carpinteria Motel 6. The comfortable guestrooms feature free Wi-Fi, extended cable TV, and free local calls for a relaxing stay.

Pet-Friendly and Practical
With pet-friendly policies and convenient coin laundry facilities, this motel caters to both furry friends and guests needing practical amenities.

Book your stay now at Motel 6 Santa Barbara - Carpinteria for a relaxing and convenient experience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SBA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 1379 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.95
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 6.45
Amenities: 7.45
Value for Money: 6.45
Food and Beverage: 5.45
Overall Experience: 7.95
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Claudia • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • us
8
My stay was pleasant and as good as Bedrest.
Pros:

It is in good location to save money on your stay. My expenses get reviewed. It works well.

Cons:

I have not yet tried the pool. It looks inviting. They do not have late check-outs, but I
Have adjusted.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Janette • family_with_children • us
4
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Oscar • solo_traveller • us
5
Too pricey for the type of accommodations.
Pros:

Did not like it.

Cons:

Had to change rooms. First room was infested with mosquitoes.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Laurence • solo_traveller • us
8
My stay was fine.
Pros:

The property is clean and centrally located.

Cons:

This property previously had a Do Not Disturb signs like most motels and hotels. Also, there was once a Late Check-out option. The property seems to have changed for the local conditions. Specific to this chain, so choice is yours.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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EVERT • couple • us
1
DO NOT STAY THERE
Pros:

Then wanted to charge an additional $20 for early check in. So we went to lunch and returned. The greeter insisted on a driver license for me and my wife to be digitally scanned in order to accept my valid credit card. Which is not required by the State of Calif. She went on to say it is their process and would not let me talk to the property manager. Her personality was arrogant and did not justify her behavior towards me. So the greeter said she did not like my attitude and decided on ths spot to refuse our business. She also would not tell me the name of the franchise owner.

Cons:

I called the day before and discussed it with someone who said it was ok for us to checking at noon.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Gianna • family_with_children • us
9
Did its job for what was needed
Pros:

Clean and conveniently near stores and food spots.
Staff was helpful in printing something we forgot about at home.

Cons:

Softer beds

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Sandy • family_with_children • mx
9
Pros:

Todo bien

Cons:

Sin comentarios... Cumple con lo anunciado

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Felice • extended_group • us
9
Pros:

Location is excellent. Staff, great. Room is good.

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Jordan • couple • us
10
Well placed mirror, solid bed.
Pros:

Close to venue

Cons:

Smell

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Amir • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Jose • couple • us
1
No mecaloje
Pros:

No mecaloje.lla está ba.lleno.

Cons:

No me aloje.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Cara • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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chad • solo_traveller • us
1
Why bag all mystuff up like trash?????
Cons:

I have been staying there for awhile now for work . I paid for 2 nights come to room after work changed my clothes and left to get food ,come by 20min later and all mystuff is gone and room is cleaned!!! They say i owed for another night ,I said fine u have my card on file but instead they took all my stuff put into trash bags then put it somewhere wtf?????

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Tuncay • extended_group • tr
4
Bir daha tercih etmem
Pros:

Çalışanlar be konum iyi

Cons:

Duş malzemeleri yok, havlular ve genel temizlik zayıf

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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NURIA • couple • us
6
Cons:

Room was not clean enough, smelled
Property stairs are really old

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Norman • couple • us
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Ernie • solo_traveller • us
9
Ill be returning soon
Pros:

Very pleasant. From beginning to departing

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Randall • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

All around very pleasant experience as usual

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee