Motel 6-Santa Maria, CA - North

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Motel6
6.7 (1679 reviews)
2040 North Preisker Lane , Santa Maria , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Front desk (limited hours)
Free wired internet
Snack bar/deli
Internet access
Exercise/lap pool
Swimming nearby
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Rooms reported as clean by some guests
Staff positive interactions mentioned
Points/discounts and good value for price
Cons:
Poor/rude customer service and reception
Stained/old towels and flying insects in rooms
TV not working/key access problems
Heavy foot traffic / nearby homeless activity
Outside maintenance issues and no early check-in

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Mixed cleanliness: several mentions of stained/old towels and flying insects in rooms, but other guests reported rooms "nice and clean".
Service
5.6
Service issues noted: multiple complaints about poor or rude reception staff, key/access problems and inconsistent customer service despite a few positive staff comments.
Location
7.8
Location repeatedly praised by guests, though many also noted heavy foot traffic and nearby homeless activity affecting the area.
Room Quality
6.1
Room quality is mixed: some guests found rooms nice and clean, while others reported non-working TV, key problems and insect presence.
Amenities
6.4
Amenities have issues: broken TV and limited early check-in; loyalty points/discounts were mentioned positively.
Value for Money
7.6
Generally seen as good value ("por el precio estuvo bien" and points/discounts available), which is a consistent positive in reviews.
Food and Beverage
6.7
Standard quality for this hotel tier (no specific mentions of food or beverage in the reviews).
Overall Experience
7.4
Overall mixed experience: decent value and location but impacted by service issues, cleanliness concerns and maintenance problems.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 04:37

Property Description

Welcome to Motel 6 Santa Maria, a cozy retreat just 15 minutes from the Pacific Ocean.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy our outdoor pool and guest rooms with expanded cable TVs, free Wi-Fi, desks, and bathroom amenities.

Guest Services: Take advantage of our laundry facilities and make free local calls during your stay.

Book now to experience the comfort and convenience of Motel 6 Santa Maria!

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

The minimum check-in age for guests is 21, or 18 with a military ID.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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

6.7
Based on 1679 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 5.6
Location: 7.8
Room Quality: 6.1
Amenities: 6.4
Value for Money: 7.6
Food and Beverage: 6.7
Overall Experience: 7.4
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CassSandrea • solo_traveller • us
3
Absolutely terrible
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Poor customer services rooms tv didn’t work towels where old & stained

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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salina • couple • us
10
It was a good stay a lot of foot traffic tho
Pros:

Rooms nice and clean

Cons:

Outside maintenance

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Walter • couple • us
7
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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angel • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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The Salinas's • family_with_children • us
3
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The flying insects in our room and our key not always working

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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The Salinas's • family_with_children • us
3
Pros:

The location

Cons:

The flying insects in our room

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Ashley • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Recieve points for stay ans or get discounts

Cons:

No early check in

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Jasmine • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Imelda • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

Por el precio estuvo bien

Cons:

Q la recepcionista fuera déspota

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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True • couple • us
1
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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salina • solo_traveller • us
8
Room was nice and clean
Pros:

Staff was very nice

Cons:

Alot of foot traffic/homeless

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Joseph • solo_traveller • us
5
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • dk
7
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • dk
6
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • extended_group • us
10
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Channah • family_with_children • us
8
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Rojas • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

Todo

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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jorge • family_with_children • us
9
2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • us
6
2026-02-25 • via Nuitee