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Cheap Hotels in Carpinteria

1. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Carpinteria
$79
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2. Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Carpinteria
$152
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Carpinteria
$84
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Carpinteria
$204
$235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

5. Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Mussel Shoals
$185
$208 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

6. Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
Carpinteria
$128
$168 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Casa Del Sol

7. The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach
Summerland
$161
$326 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

8. Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
$168
$192 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

9. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
$136
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

10. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
$218
$248 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Beachside Inn

11. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
$266
$303 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Harbor House Inn

12. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
$191
$260 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Montecito Inn

13. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
$165
$188 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Castillo Inn at the Beach

14. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
$146
$167 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

15. Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
Santa Barbara
$349
$405 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Inn on Summer Hill

16. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Beach
$199
$235 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

17. Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
$189
$215 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Beach House Inn

18. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
Santa Barbara Beach
$145
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Inn at East Beach

19. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
Santa Barbara Beach
$104
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Ala Mar by the Sea

20. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
Downtown Santa Barbara
$183
$218 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Haley Hotel
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Top neighborhoods in Carpinteria

Sandyland Cove

The Sandyland Cove neighborhood has lots to see including Carpinteria State Beach and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park.

Top landmarks in Carpinteria

A beach at sunset with people walking along the shore.
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Carpinteria State Beach

9.0/10 (1,028 reviews)
When the beach is calling your name, you might want to head down to Carpinteria State Beach, located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Carpinteria. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Rincon Beach Park, La Conchita Beach, and Summerland Beach.
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A stable with horses tied to a fence.

Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club

7.8/10 (106 reviews)
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club is in the heart of Toro Canyon, so why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches.
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A beach with driftwood and debris along the shore.

Rincon Beach Park

8.6/10 (150 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Rincon Beach Park is a spot you might want to check out, located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from central Carpinteria. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Carpinteria State Beach, La Conchita Beach, and Oil Piers Beach.
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A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks and a sandy beach with seals and birds.

Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary

8.6/10 (124 reviews)
Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Carpinteria, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Tar Pits Park, just a short walk away.
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A residential area with houses and a mountainous backdrop.
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Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from central Carpinteria, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Tomol Interpretive Play Area, just a short walk away.
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A rocky beach with driftwood, a pier, and a bridge in the background.

Tar Pits Park

8.2/10 (83 reviews)
Tar Pits Park is 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Carpinteria, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, just a short walk away.
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Tomol Interpretive Play Area

7.8/10 (67 reviews)
Tomol Interpretive Play Area is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from central Carpinteria, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, just a short walk away.
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Seaside Gardens

8.4/10 (67 reviews)
Seaside Gardens is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from central Toro Canyon, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, both nearby.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best cheap hotels in Carpinteria?
For a cheap hotel in Carpinteria with glowing reviews, consider Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South, which features free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities.
Are there any cheap motels in Carpinteria?
If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Carpinteria, consider booking a motel. Take a look at Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South where you'll find free WiFi and free parking. Or, think about Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North or Casa Del Sol for a comfy, convenient base without a big price tag.
What are the best cheap things to do in Carpinteria?
Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Carpinteria, enjoy the outdoors at Carpinteria State Beach or Rincon Beach Park. Don't forget to include a visit to Los Padres National Forest.

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