5/5 - Excellent
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Love Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, and all surrounding areas. I was born in Santa Barbara, so I’m a little partial!
Carpinteria, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Carpinteria
Where to stay in Carpinteria
Padaro Lane
While there might not be top attractions in Padaro Lane, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and Summerland Beach.
Sandyland Cove
While visiting Sandyland Cove, you might make a stop by sights like Carpinteria State Beach and Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park.
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
4200 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA
$83 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$95 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was great, and there were no problems"
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
$152 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$175 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,143 reviews)
"Alondra at the front desk was very polite and helpful. We always enjoy our stay at the Best Western in Carpinteria. The grounds are lovely and the rooms nice. Very convenient location too."
Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
5550 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
$97 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
$112 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,207 reviews)
"Very clean and easy parking."
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Best Deal in Carpinteria!
Carpinteria
Stay at this condo in Carpinteria. Enjoy laundry facilities, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (203 reviews)
Nice week in Carp
"We chose this place most for price and location to the beach. It was adequate for our needs, just my wife and I. If you can't climb stairs every time you need to use the restroom, you might struggle a bit. Other that that it worked well."
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025
Private Patio 1-bedroom condo with WiFi in Carpinteria
Carpinteria
Stay at this vacation home in Carpinteria. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attractions Carpinteria State Beach and Tomol Interpretive Play Area are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
An amazing stay!
"Great location, very clean, and comfortable."
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025
Steps from watching Sunsets in the Sand
Carpinteria
Stay at this condo in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Tomol Interpretive Play Area and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
Close to the Beach
"Cute little condo, close to the beach. Property owner also had chairs and umbrella for use which was very nice to have. Would like to stay there again."
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Carpinteria State Beach
4.5/5(399 reviews)
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Carpinteria State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Carpinteria. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Rincon Beach Park
5/5(1 review)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Rincon Beach Park during your travels in Carpinteria? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park
Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
4.5/5(5 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club and popular activities like biking in Toro Canyon. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary
Explore the great outdoors at Carpinteria Seal Sanctuary, a lovely green space in Carpinteria. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Seaside Gardens
Explore the lovely green spaces of Seaside Gardens and also enjoy the biking trails in Toro Canyon. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
$69
per adult
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
$676
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
$58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Carpinteria
4.4
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
We were in the area for Women’s college lacrosse games at the Santa Barbara Shootout. We didn’t see/do much else.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Nice town. Lots of food options, but most are on the pricey side.
4/5 - Good
CMS
We were traveling on a business trip and spent the night in Carpintera . We highly recommend Super-Rica a very authentic Mexican restaurant. A Local’s favorite. Located on Milpas.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Great locale for sun, sand & fun!!!
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Carpinteria has numerous cannabis farms. Not all follow the regulations regarding containing the odors. Plan accordingly.
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