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Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

2.0 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Santa Ana

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Desk, free WiFi
Desk, free WiFi
Property grounds
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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1623 East 1st Street, I-5/Santa Ana Freeway at 1st St., Santa Ana, CA, 92701
  • Place, Santa Ana Zoo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabrillo Tennis Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Yost Theater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

1 King Bed | Mobility Accessible RI Shower Nsmk

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

2 Queen Beds Suite Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Santa Ana

City center stay.Stay at this Santa Ana motel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Ana Zoo and 2 miles (3 km) of Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse. Old Orange County Courthouse and Bowers Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Ana Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cabrillo Tennis Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Skinsations Spa - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Yost Theater - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Dr. Willella Howe-Waffle House and Medical Museum - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 6 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Del Taco - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria El Gordito - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria de Anda - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Panaderia Paloza - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA

Motel perfectly located for exploring Santa Ana
As a guest of Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA, you'll find a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Ana motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA offers 80 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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 are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 17 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

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
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)
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, 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

  • One child 17 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA to the airport?

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA is 6.1 mi (14-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA on Jul 7, 2026 start from CA $128, 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 Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA.

How close is Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA to the beach?

This motel is 12.5 mi (29-min drive) from Huntington Beach Beaches and 13.4 mi (29-min drive) from Corona del Mar State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA offer free breakfast?

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

Is there free parking at Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA have a pool?

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA does not have a pool.

Does Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA to downtown Santa Ana?

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA is 1.3 mi away from Santa Ana.

Motel 6 Santa Ana, CA Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 125 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 165 out of 1007 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to visit for a trip
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the best
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Amenities
Easy and affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alex was great, my room was clean and well stocked ( i stayed 2 nights). A nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very roomy fir a person in a wheelchair Thank you for the nice everything
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was nice and room was really clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area for a hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great spot, awesome staff and very close to food, downtown and the zoo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness
It was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great guest service. Nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

dan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
What amenities? No shampoo or body lotion!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
God bless the cleaning staff. Neighborhood is bit rough
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great guest service by Alex and Yadira. My room was clean and well stocked. Comfortable bed. Close to dining.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a pleasant stay at this property overall. The room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained, which made it easy to relax after a long day. The staff were friendly and professional, and they were helpful whenever I had a question. I also appreciated the convenience of the parking, which made coming and going very easy. The atmosphere felt safe and welcoming, and the property was fairly quiet during my stay. Small details like cleanliness and responsive staff really made a difference. I would recommend this location to travelers looking for a comfortable and convenient place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff during check in was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Blanca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Angela

It was okay didn’t like it but for one night it was okay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lucino

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The front desk could be nicer the young lady was very rude and the rooms do need better cleaning we never had this problem before and we stayed here 4 times already so we know they could be better but the poop on the floor in the bathroom was super disgusting.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like staying at this hotel when I come into town
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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