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About the Hotel

4160 Via Real Road, Carpinteria, California, United States of America, 93013

Sandyland Reef Inn is a non-smoking motel located in Carpinteria, California. The hotel features free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor pool, and air-conditioned rooms. It is situated less than 10 minutes from Carpinteria State Beach. The property offers easy access to local attractions and is approximately 25 miles from Santa Barbara.

Location

Sandyland Reef Inn is located 1 miles from Carpinteria Amtrak station. It is close to several local attractions, including the Carpinteria Valley Museum of History and Seaside Gardens. Convenient access to highways allows for easy transportation to neighboring areas.

Rooms

The rooms at Sandyland Reef Inn include cable TV with HBO. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom featuring free toiletries. Some rooms provide a seating area for added convenience. There are accessible options available with roll-in showers and other amenities.

Eat & Drink

Dining options are not specified at the motel, but there are various local restaurants and eateries within a short distance. Guests can explore nearby dining venues to experience local cuisine. More information on local dining can be easily found through area guides.

Leisure & Business

Guests can enjoy a seasonal outdoor pool at the property. A 24-hour front desk is available to assist with inquiries. The hotel caters to leisure and business travelers alike, offering basic amenities for convenience.

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

Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Double Room

Max:

4 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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Getting around

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City Center

Carpinteria5000 ft

Airports

Santa Barbara (SBA) 22.4 mi

Presidente Itamar Franco (iza) 40.0 mi

Train

Carpinteria Amtrak4300 ft

Train400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Relaxing Pool Time

“Spending the afternoon at the pool and jacuzzi was a perfect way to celebrate my friend's birthday; we practically had the entire area to ourselves, which made it wonderfully relaxing.” view full review

Thoughtful Room Layout

“The accommodation exceeded my expectations with its clever design; I appreciated the ample counter space and the lack of chemical odors made it a truly pleasant stay.” view full review

Welcoming Environment

“The hotel created a very inclusive atmosphere, making sure that everyone, including guests with different needs, felt comfortable and catered for throughout the stay.” view full review

Easy Parking Access

“The parking at the hotel was super convenient, allowing me to come and go without any hassle, which made our trip much more enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry

Dining

Picnic area/ Tables

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

4160 Via Real Road, Carpinteria, California, United States of America, 93013

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4160 Via Real Road, Carpinteria, California, United States of America, 93013

City landmarks

5361 6th Street

Carpinteria State Beach

1.6 mi

Sandyland Rd.

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park

4400 ft

956 Maple St

Carpinteria Valley Museum of History

5100 ft

Heath Ranch Park

1.4 mi

Church of the Nazarene

2900 ft

Amusement Park

El Carro Park

1.3 mi

Parks

Marsh Park

3300 ft

Garden

Seaside Gardens

1.1 mi

4036 Foothill Rd

Canzelle Alpacas

1.4 mi

Church of Christ

4500 ft

Store

Rincon Design

4600 ft

Church

The Carpenters Chapel

4600 ft

Santa Claus Lane

1.1 mi

Market

Carpinteria Farmers Market

4800 ft

Market

California Avocado Festival

4800 ft

Carpinteria Warrior

5000 ft

5065 Carpinteria Ave

Rincon Brewery

5100 ft

Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

5200 ft

Carpinteria Valley Baptist Church

5300 ft

Museums

Carpinteria Museum Of History

5300 ft

Public Building

Carpinteria Unified School District

1.0 mi

Seaside Theatre

1.0 mi

Saint Joseph Catholic Church

1.0 mi

First Church of Christ Scientist

1.1 mi

Santa Barbara Surf School

1.1 mi

Church

Carpinteria Community Church

1.1 mi

First Baptist Church of Carpinteria

1.1 mi

Parks and Recreation Dept

1.1 mi

Gallery

Palm Loft Gallery

1.1 mi

300 Block Linden Ave

Tomol Interpretive Play Area

1.6 mi

Nearby

Sandyland Rd.

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park

2000 ft

Parks

Marsh Park

2000 ft

Restaurants

brewLAB

1.0 mi

4191 Carpinteria Ave Ste 8

Taqueria Rincon Alteno

1100 ft

4414 Via Real

Delgado's Restaurant

3900 ft

4401 Carpinteria Avenue

Sunset Grille

3400 ft

4558 Carpinteria Ave

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

72%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient Location

Friendly Staff

Lacks Microwave

No Breakfast Served

7.2/10

Very good

Rooms

7.2

Location

7.8

Service

7.5

Dining

6.3

Robert

United States of America, May 2024

7.8/10

I had a comfortable stay at the hotel despite being right next to the highway. The room size was good and the heating/AC unit worked efficiently, making it easy to adjust the room temperature. However, there wasn't much soundproofing in the room.

Rooms

8.0

The room was a good size and had an efficient heating/AC unit.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, especially from the manager who was super nice, friendly, and accommodating.

Location

8.0

The location was desirable for access to the beach and the city of Santa Barbara. It was easy to reach and offered a great place to enjoy outside the room.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pleasant with gluten-free options and a nice morning manager. The proximity to the beach made up for any pricing concerns.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Bob

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel is ideally located between Ventura and Santa Barbara, offering easy access to the beach and shopping options. The rooms are clean and equipped, but lacking a microwave and breakfast service. The service is friendly and accommodating, except for some minor issues with parking. The location is perfect for exploring the area, with beautiful Santa Barbara to the north and Ventura's beaches to the south. The dining experience is pleasant with some room for improvement. Overall, a decent choice for those seeking comfortable accommodations at a reasonable price.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was clean and equipped, but lacked a microwave and breakfast service.

Service

8.0

The service was generally friendly and accommodating, although there were minor issues with parking.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect for exploring the area, with easy access to Santa Barbara and Ventura.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was pleasant, but could use some improvements.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were adequate for a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location

Lacks Microwave

Hugh

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

The Sandyland Reef Inn offers a comfortable stay with bright rooms and a very cozy bed. The service is competent, but some staff interactions could be improved. The location is convenient for visitors with easy access to nearby attractions. The dining options are basic, but the hotel provides good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are bright, clean, and come with great sheets and a comfortable bed.

Service

7.0

The service is competent and straightforward, but some improvements in customer interaction could enhance the overall experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located for exploring the area, with easy access to Santa Barbara and Ventura.

Dining

6.0

The dining options are basic, with room for improvement in variety and quality.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers sufficient facilities to meet basic needs.

Paul

United States of America, September 2023

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While the rooms were far from the noisy street and featured windows facing the highway, the lack of a microwave and breakfast service was a downside. The service, on the other hand, went from rude to accommodating with a room change and designated parking, while the location was convenient for travelers on Highway 101. The dining options left much to be desired, but the fresh croissants were a highlight.

Rooms

7.0

My room was quiet as it was situated away from the street and offered a view of the highway.

Service

8.0

The service started off poorly but improved significantly with a room change and dedicated parking space. They even offered me a cup of coffee when the general coffee area was empty.

Location

9.0

The location was ideal for those traveling along Highway 101, providing easy access to and from the area without the premium prices of Santa Barbara.

Dining

6.0

Although the morning offerings were subpar, the fresh croissants were a pleasant surprise.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were functional but lacked certain amenities like breakfast and a microwave in the rooms.

Convenient location

Limited dining options

Steve

United States of America, August 2023

6.6/10

I stayed at the Sandyland Reef Inn, which is located right alongside the freeway. The rooms had bright lighting, new paint, and comfortable beds, though there was a slight odor. The service was friendly but could use some improvement. The location was isolated but convenient for travelers with a car, and the dining options were average. The facilities were sufficient for a short stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were all the way at the back and had bright lighting, new paint, comfortable beds, and great sheets, but there was a noticeable smell.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly and welcoming, but they could benefit from more training in customer service to enhance the overall experience.

Location

7.0

The hotel is right off the freeway in an isolated area, making it convenient for those with a car but limited in terms of walking distance amenities.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were average, with fresh sandwiches but lacking in variety and quality.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for a short stay, but nothing extraordinary.

convenient location

odor in rooms

Ryan

United Kingdom, July 2023

6.2/10

The hotel surprised me with its room quality, better than expected for the price we paid. However, the room facing the 101 highway was quite hot and had a small size, with a particularly unpleasant, nasty carpet.

Rooms

6.0

The room was nicer than I expected for the price we were paying, but facing the 101 highway made it hot and had a small size with a nasty carpet.

Service

7.0

The service was very nice and helpful, but there were some instances of unprofessional and rude behavior. Overall, though, the staff looked well-maintained and friendly, especially the room service and housekeeping.

Location

5.0

The location was good for us being near the freeway for easy access north or south. However, it was right by the freeway, making it very noisy with cars driving by all night, even in the middle rooms.

Dining

6.0

We paid $94.00 a night, which was quite a fair price considering the proximity to the beach. The dining options included toasted sandwiches, but the powdered creamer was a letdown.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were basic but sufficient, contributing to the overall value for money despite the noted shortcomings.