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San Marcos Motel

Property class: 2
Enjoy the free parking at this Buellton motel

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A hotel room with a desk, chair, bed, and a television mounted on the wall.
A motel sign with 'Motel' and 'San Marcos' written on it, a parking lot, and a building with a 'Vacancy' sign.
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and bathtub.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.
A small, compact room with a wooden chair, a small table, a toilet, and a cabinet.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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536 Ave Of The Flags, Buellton, CA, 93427
  • Place, Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Valley Holistic Healing Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, OstrichLand USA
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

Room, Multiple Beds (Queen and Single)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a door.

Room, 1 Double Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Buellton

In Buellton .Your stay at this Buellton motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Santa Ynez Valley and Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana. Also, Ken Brown Wines is within half a mile (1 km) and Valley Holistic Healing Center is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ken Brown Wines - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Valley Holistic Healing Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • OstrichLand USA - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Olsen's Danish Village Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gino's Pizza - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min walk

About this property

San Marcos Motel

Enjoy the free parking at this Buellton motel
WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Buellton motel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
San Marcos Motel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is San Marcos Motel to the airport?

San Marcos Motel is 8.8 mi (14-min drive) away from the Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at San Marcos Motel?

As of Sept 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at San Marcos Motel on Sept 20, 2026 start from CA $99, 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.

Does San Marcos Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at San Marcos Motel.

How close is San Marcos Motel to the beach?

This motel is 11.8 mi (15-min drive) from Gaviota Beach.

Does San Marcos Motel offer free breakfast?

San Marcos Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at San Marcos Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Chumash Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at San Marcos Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at San Marcos Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does San Marcos Motel have a pool?

San Marcos Motel does not have a pool.

Does San Marcos Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is San Marcos Motel to downtown Buellton?

San Marcos Motel is 0.2 mi away from Buellton.

San Marcos Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 309 out of 642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 642 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quit and nice stay, staff kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and the staff is very nice. The hotel is right off the highway 101 and is very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I knew what to expect prior to my stay. Staff was kind, room was clean. I’d stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stanislav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are stayed in Motel and was very happy,good location,very close to Solvang,nice cozy motel San Marcos,next time we are definitely will stays again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy and clean. Nice rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ray is always warm & friendly. The hotel is well cared for & always clean. I’ve stayed there 4-5 times & I’m never disappointed. It’s just a short jaunt down the 101 to Goleta to visit my kid in college!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service and a good location. Restaurants nearby. Refrigerator worked very well and the microwave was a nice addition. The air conditioner worked very well too! Comfortable place just a little outdated. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd time staying here. Space was clean. AC and fridge and everything we needed works fine. Close drive to Solvang and ostrichland. Easy to get in and out of the parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff (Ray). Old furnishings and fixtures, but well-maintained and clean overall. Plenty of parking spaces. In a quiet area. Good water pressure in the bathroom. Bath towels are smaller size and thin. Air-conditioning unit is a bit noisy for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the San Marcos Hotel several times & the rooms are very clean, the staff is exceptionally helpful & friendly, & I always feel very safe. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Easton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and owner excellent in service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and a good value for our road trip journey
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The only thing lacking was an extra trash can. The only one was in the rest room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s fine for the price
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

joie

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean, check in and out was easy and property management was friendly. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, quiet, great water pressure, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yuri

Liked: Cleanliness
The owner was so good. My stay was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Les

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's an old little property that could use a bit of a touch-up, but it was clean, very conveniently located, and the staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice clean, no frills place in a good location in Buellton.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and cozy. The room was nice size and th most affortable in the area. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. If im ever in the area will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and well maintained property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Manasi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was overall good with clean rooms. The front desk person was nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025