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Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

2.0 star property
Motel in Santa Ana with free parking

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Motel 6 Santa Ana sits in the heart of the city, offering a practical base with amenities that make extended stays comfortable. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, free in-room WiFi, and convenient vending machines for quick snacks when hunger strikes between adventures.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Desk, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed | Mobility Accessible RI Shower Nsmk

  • Sleeps 2

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds Suite Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds Room, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

1 King Bed | Mobility Accessible Tub, Nsmk

  • Sleeps 2

2 Queen Beds | Mobility Accessible Tub Nsmk

  • Sleeps 4

1 Queen Bed | Suite, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
1623 East 1st Street, I-5/Santa Ana Freeway at 1st St., Santa Ana, CA, 92701

What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cabrillo Tennis Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Orange County Global Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Yost Theater - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Old Orange County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 6 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandwich Society - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Gordito - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria de Anda - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Avila's El Ranchito - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

Motel near Honda Center
Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and a vending machine
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 80 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Limited housekeeping, desks, and phones

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Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean@6 (Motel 6)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA pet-friendly?

Yes, this motel allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

As of Dec 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA on Dec 17, 2025 start from $82.43, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA located?

Located in Lyon Street, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Santa Ana Zoo, Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse, and Old Orange County Courthouse. Bowers Museum and Discovery Science Center are also within 3 mi (5 km). Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center is 23 minutes by foot.

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Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 396 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 224 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 161 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and room was really clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the people in the front office where very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay.

Good stay. Updated rooms, comfortable, quiet. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice motel 6 safe and clean staff is great also
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Luisa

Disliked: Amenities
Price was good, room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Confortable stay

We stayed here for just one night. My brother and I had a comfortable stay. Clean room and quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yadira gave me fast friendly and efficient guest service. Relaxing and enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex gave me fast, friendly and efficient guest service. My room was clean, well stocked and everything functioned well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weixiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk, the cleaners, and the service were very good. It was very quiet to sleep at night. It was clean and hygienic. The double room was also very spacious. I was satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex and yadira gave me excellent guest service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

rigoberto

The night audit and front dresk did an exceptional job. Room was clean , ac working. I would definitely stay at this location again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yadira gave me fast, friendly and efficient check in guest service. My room was clean, well stocked and everything functioned well. Restaunts nearby, walkable and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in and check out was very easy. The staff is friendly and the room is clean and modern. Looks like a recent update.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet felt very comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the service and staff. Will be coming back again for my next trip to California!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

The staff is great, they make you feel welcome all the time, with a big smile!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shujaat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good lot coverage of main land
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the blonde lady who help us at the front desk was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve stayed her a couple times, I like it! The rooms are nice. The bed is really comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex gave me fast, friendly and efficient guest service as always
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex gave me fast, friendly and efficient guest service. Restaurants nearby
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex gave me fast, friendly and efficient guest service as always.My room was comfortable, well stocked and everything functioned well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yadira gave me fast, friendly and efficient guest service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025