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Reviews of Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG 3 stars

5606 Carpinteria Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013, United States

#1 of 16 hotels in Carpinteria

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 342 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    7.8

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  • Reviewed: 29 August 2025

    8.0
    It serves the purpose but I wish they would lower there extension price way too high
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Price on extension for 2 nd day was much higher

    Location quick service

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast crowded with a lot of disposables leading to a lot of wastes Hôtel is a little outdated

    Close to beach and city center

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    8.0
    Had a wonderful stay with my Mom.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night

    The gym was found lacking. The light switch didn't work, and the front desk had to be called. Additionally, the television was not working. It was not a welcoming space.

    The front desk staff was helpful. They accommodated an additional night and had excellent dinner recommendations. The breakfast service was good, and the servers were attentive. We could use more toasters and a variety of fruits. The space was clean, and that was important.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    9.0
    Nice night in Carpinteria
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was quite a bit of vegetation. It was very pretty. The building was clean and the room was clean and comfortable.

    The staff was welcoming and informative. We had our small dog with us and there are many sidewalks on the property and the street to walk him.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2025

    8.0
    Very convenient, clean and comfortable hotel close to the road
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Tub - Mobility/Communications Accessible
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor quality of breakfast Eating from single-use plastic utensils!

    Easy access. Clean and comfy room

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    9.0
    Lovely place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Saddened that on our last day of stay the hot tub had a not working sign. Also on the last day, the complimentary breakfast had the same option of food from the day before and the pancake machine was also no working.

    Loved the location; the hotel was close to the beach and had fun shops and restaurants to walk to and explore. The facility was clean, had plenty of parking. Staff was great. I also love how there was complimentary breakfast with plenty of seating in the dining area. My family also enjoyed the hot tub and the heated pool. Also ice machines and amenities like the gym were easy to find. We also thought that entrances to hotel were great; the hotel had various doors with key card entrances available other than main lobby entrance.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2025

    8.0
    It was an ok place to sta.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were no towels by the pool so you had to go to the front desk to get them before you swam. There was one front desk person who I think needs a vacation. He was not very nice. When I had to ask for things he acted very annoyed. The door lock was missing screws but did work. The pull out sofa very uncomfortable and they only had sheets and one blanket in the closet.

    It was nicely landscaped. The pool and hot tub were clean. House keep were super nice and did a great weekend

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    8.0
    it was great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    juice machine was broke- not many options for drinks.

    breakfast was ok- good options.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2025

    9.0
    Generally very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Límited recreational Space incide

    Location. Good size rooms. Reasonable breakfast

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2025

    8.0
    Great time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some areas of the room were a little older

    Clean well kept

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2025

    8.0
    Wonderful area and good value hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little tired.

    Nice little pool. Very good breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    8.0
    Nice, but costly
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Paper plates and plastic cutlery. The nightly cost was very expensive in comparison to other areas/motels we stayed on our road trip from SF to San Diego.

    Spacious and clean room. Staff were friendly and helpful. Good pool area. Good cold and hot breakfast options. Tea and coffee available all day.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2025

    9.0
    Great hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Tub - Mobility/Communications Accessible
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can't fault this hotel it was great

    Great hotel with parking, little pool and hottub. Rooms are spacious and clean and toiletries and plenty of towels provided. Staff were amazing - so attentive and friendly and nothing too much trouble. Breakfast was a good selection and plenty to fuel up on for the day.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2025

    8.0
    Nice spot to stop for a night on the coast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was friendly, we were able to charge our EV, play in the pool and have a nice dinner in town.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location. Its 15 mins away from Santa Barbara. Liked the Carpinteria state beach, good restaurants nearby.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sofa bed was squeeky abd uncomortable, wifi was patchy. Room was small for 5 people

    Room was decent, parking included and breakfest was good

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The sink in our room didn't drain due to clogging.

    The location is close to everything, the amenities were available at all times. The rooms were updated and spacious.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    hotel smell in room

    Ordinary/generic.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Washer and dryer worked only after maintenance came to fix it.

    Exceptionally clean. Breakfast was ok.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 January 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and up to date. Staff so helpful and nice. Great location. Excellent breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2024

    9.0
    Overall, it was a pleasant stay and I would come back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Tub - Mobility/Communications Accessible
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The male receptionist working on 11/6/24 was curt. I got a sense that he was having a bad day. Some of the cleaning staff looked at me quizzingly when I walked down the hallway to my room - very odd. The rooms were a little dated with wall paper peeling in the bathroom and door veneers being chipped.

    Conveniently close to restaurants, grocery store and the beaches. Rooms were large with a sitting area and a work station. Bedding was exceptionally clean and comfortable - I’m going to order a pillow online. It was that good. The bathroom was equipped with well placed grab bars and also had a fold out shower bench. Landscaping was well maintained. Parking had a choice of covered spots. The lobby was inviting with several seating arrangements. It contained a small library and a small concession area. Breakfast was plentiful with many choices. Breakfast staff was attentive and nice. I had requested an upstairs room facing west and was accommodated. Rooms facing the opposite direction would had freeway noise since the property is located next to the 101. My room was quiet.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    7.0
    Location is excellent. Rooms are suffice. Breakfast is good. Dog friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and Tub - Mobility/Communications Accessible
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints

    Love that it js puppy friendly and lots of pets on site

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2024

    9.0
    great value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This was our first stop over in CA and very pleased with everything about the hotel. staff especially helpful. location was ideal for the beach and local eateries.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 October 2024

    8.0
    Noise
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room with Sofa Bed
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Freeway noise right next to the hotel. I think the hotel must install some sound barriers

    Breakfast and cleanliness and very kind staff

    Stayed in September 2024

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