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Marina Beach Motel, Santa Barbara
21 Bath Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Description: 32 Rooms

Average price*:
$177

[katzekater007]

My sister and children and I stayed in the Marina Beach Motel on Memorial Day and the day after. I picked this place because of the positive reviews and I have to say I was not disappointed. Everything about this place was solid, sturdy, picturesque and quaint, from the cobblestone driveway and homey center courtyard to the wooden deck eating area with overflowing potted plants which wrapped around the reception and lobby where crispy layered pastries, scones, cereal, juice, coffee and tea beckoned every morning from an antique buffet. Our room was clean and homey with plenty of drawers, shelves and an amoire for all of our things. We were a party of four and our room had two queen beds and a twin bed, plenty of sleeping room for all of us plus a kitchenette-dining area and a full bath. There were windows in the front and the back of our room which allowed for some nice cross ventilation of the cool ocean breezes. The walk along Bath St. to the beach took only about a minute. When we chose to walk in the direction opposite the beach we found ourselves in a beautiful residential area which was marred only by the fact that we could never afford to live there ourselves. We quickly tried to bannish that thought from our minds in order to enjoy the rest of our stay in Santa Barbara.
The walk from the motel to State Street was quite manageable especially with supportive athletic shoes and coming back laden with shopping bags we were able to catch a ride back on The City Trolley for only a quarter each. We ate at a fabulous Mexican Restaurant 'El Torrito' right across from the ocean and had great fun shopping on State St. and buying goodies from the Farmers Market which sets up on State Street every Tuesday afternoon at 4:00pm. We had a terrific time in Santa Barbara and I was very pleased as was everyone else in my party that we chose to stay in the Marina Beach Motel. The motel staff was very accomodating and helpful, the property was excellently maintained and the price was very reasonable. (I made our reservations in January). Keep up the good work, Marina Beach... Good Luck & God Bless!!

[DriftAsh]

I recently went on a 4 day girl's trip to Santa Barbara and stayed at the Marina Beach Motel. I 100% recommend this establishment and I plan on staying here on my next trip.

The property is very well maintained, wonderful location, has adorable rooms, offers free use of bikes, and has a great continental breakfast included. Oh! And free wireless internet - a must for me. While a pit pricey for my budget, these perks more than made up for it.

Parking is included, all the units are drive up, motor inn style. The motel grounds are very inviting with a porch swing, patio with seating, and lounge chairs in a small garden area.

Everything was clean, tasteful, and made for a great trip. It seems like a popular place to stay, so make sure you have reservations.