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Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Santa Barbara with free breakfast

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Exterior
Interior detail
Exterior
Marina
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan

Explore the area

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21 Bath St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

Premium Room, Multiple Beds, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Grand Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible | Terrace/patio

Grand Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Room | Terrace/patio

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exclusive Room | Terrace/patio

Exclusive Room

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Smart TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Courtyard Area | Bathroom

Signature Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub, Courtyard Area

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Bathroom

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At Marina Beach Motel you'll be within steps of West Beach and Carriage and Western Art Museum. Highlights at this motel include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a terrace. Other amenities include free use of bicycles and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Near this 3-property class Santa Barbara Beach motel, you'll find Santa Barbara Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Marina Beach Motel

Motel in Santa Barbara with free breakfast
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Marina Beach Motel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Santa Barbara motel.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Marina Beach Motel offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Santa Barbara motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Marina Beach Motel Motel
Marina Beach Motel Santa Barbara
Marina Beach Motel Motel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Marina Beach Motel?

Marina Beach Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Marina Beach Motel?

As of 12 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marina Beach Motel on 19 Jan 2026 start from AU$221.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Marina Beach Motel?

Yep, Marina Beach Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Marina Beach Motel?

Yep, Marina Beach Motel is a short 11-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach.

Does Marina Beach Motel serve breakfast?

You bet, travelers can't get enough of the free continental breakfast here! Offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Marina Beach Motel?

No, Marina Beach Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Marina Beach Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Marina Beach Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 890 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1007 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a functional clean room of good size
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was cozy and very clean. The downtown area was within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed this property. The staff is so nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was enjoyable. Room was clean but very small. Breakfast was good . Parking tight,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Completely renovated motel, very clean and super friendly people. Only 200 m or 600 feet to the beach. Perfect location for 1 to 4 days
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and area. Place is clean, quiet, and conveniently close to beach and downtown. Walkable, but bike option is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and rooms were incredible. Only draw back is the parking situation that is just brutal. Bring the small car
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Darren, Conifer

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a quaint little hotel with old school charm. Good location. friendly staff. Pet friendly. Breakfast could have been better. I would stay here again, and would recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Love staying at this motel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Next to the beach and close to everything; amazing friendly staff; privacy; clean; bicycles; welcomes pets!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just a nice clean place in a great area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely remodeled motel with comfortable rooms in a great location near beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was one of the best we’ve been to. It was a block to the beach, and they had free bikes to use. Santa Barbara has a long lovely bike path along the beach. Breakfast was good. The staff was very helpful. We definitely hope to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, right next to everything by the marina and State Street. The motel thought of everything in the room, super clean! Perfect for when I am dropping kids off at college and need a night to stay somewhere before heading back home. Loved using the bikes as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very quiet and super clean
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very close to the beach. The hotel style makes you feel very relaxing, easy get in and get out, easy to park.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Clean, great coffee, great showers
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place; however, you can tell some girls in the reception area do t really care too much about being friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nicely appointed room - all new everything!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025