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About the Hotel

3504 State Street, Santa Barbara

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“The location was ideal, with shopping centers conveniently nearby.”view full review

Located 4.2 km from the El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park, the 2-star Sunset Motel Santa Barbara is approximately a 5-minute walk from Loreto Plaza Shopping Center. The motel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.

Location

The hotel is about 5 km from Santa Barbara airport and 2.2 km from such cultural venues as the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. When staying at the Sunset Motel, guests will be within 25 minutes' walk of the Old Mission Santa Barbara.

The property is also a short way from Los Padres National Forest. From this Santa Barbara hotel, you can easily reach Chaucer's Bookstore, located a mere 200 metres away.

Sunset Motel lies about 10 minutes' drive from Santa Barbara Amtrak train station, while the tranquil 2-block Alameda Park is situated 3.4 km away.

Rooms

The air-conditioned rooms have a fully-fitted kitchen equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as an iron with ironing board.

Eat & Drink

Guests may find the restaurant Madam LU Chinese a few steps from this accommodation.

Leisure & Business

Offering 25 air-conditioned rooms, the Sunset Motel Santa Barbara also features a golf club and a golf playground on site.

Select your room type

Sunset Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Renovated
2 persons
20 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Deluxe King ADA Renovated
2 persons
25 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Deluxe Two Queen Room Renovated
2 persons
28 sq. feet
2 King Size Beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

Clean and Comfortable Rooms

“During my stay, I was actually surprised by the cleanliness and comfort of the room at Sunset Motel. The beds were super comfy with very white sheets, and the spacious bathroom featured a shower that provided warm water immediately. It seemed like a cute retreat after a long day.” read full review

Spacious and Convenient

“I appreciated how spacious the bathroom was, making it easy to move around. The shower worked perfectly, and I loved how quickly the warm water came on. It was a delight to have such a functional and clean bathroom during my stay!” read full review

Soft and Cozy Beds

“The bed in my room was incredibly soft, warm, and cozy. I was expecting it to be outdated, but it exceeded my expectations. After long days of exploring, the bed provided the perfect place to rest and recharge.” read full review

Great TV Options

“I was thrilled to find that the TV had all the channels I could wish for, making it easy to relax and unwind in the evenings. Being able to catch up on my favorite shows added an enjoyable touch to my stay.” read full review

Facilities: Very good

7.8/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed

Guest Parking

Dryer

Services

Housekeeping

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

3504 State Street, Santa Barbara

Getting around

City Centre
Santa Barbara 34 min · 1.7 mi
Airports
Santa Barbara (SBA) 23 min · 9.2 mi
Presidente Itamar Franco (iza) 65 min · 26.8 mi
Train
Santa Barbara Amtrak Station 8 min · 3.2 mi
Santa Barbara Amtrak 8 min · 3.2 mi