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Sandyland Reef Inn

4160 Via Real Road, Carpinteria, CA 93013
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Sandyland Reef Inn
Ranked #4 of 6 hotels in Carpinteria
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Santa Barbara, California
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15 reviews 15 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

newly remodeled rooms hot tub pool lowest price in town weekly rates I suppose for the area you cant get a better deal all the rooms are non smoking and they have safe parking with video surveillance and free coffee I would stay there again.

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Ojai
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

The staff is very attentive to their customer's needs, as they renovate the rooms to upgrade the accommodations for upcoming summer guests. I appreciate the manager's and staff's efforts to make my stay enjoyable and comfortable,

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Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013 via mobile

Second time I stayed here in the past three years. Last time it was under construction and this time is was too!! My room was ok but the shower leaked and seemed to Be coming from the room above. Wonder what's on the walls. Still I guess it's ok if you have a low budget.

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Ventura
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2013

This property, the Sandyland Reef Inn was in my view recently upgraded and continues to improve its facility. The manager, Mr. Ruiz, is highly competent and is able to speak frankly and to the point about this facility. Housekeeping/maintenance, as well as the front dek/reception, should be commended for their competence and hospitality. There is a large designated smoking area... More

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Millbrae, California
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 17, 2013

We enjoyed our stays at the Sandyland Reef Inn. It's affordable rates and the hotel staff had excellent service, specially, the desk lady's name Ivonete was friendly and very helpful! The room was clean.

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thousand oaks
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013

I have been very satisfied with the price of the rooms and the friendly staff who are always willing help you in any way. The location of the hotel is excellent, because you're right between two major cities, Ventura to the south, and Santa Barbara to the north, both where you can find all shopping needs met. I look forward... More

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Santa Paula, California
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 25, 2012

I've enjoyed my stays here at The Sandyland Reef Inn, affordable rates, excellent service by the hotel staff. I would recommend this hotel to family and friends most definitely! It's location is perfect for those of you who are visiting the area, in which case you have beautiful Santa Barbara to the north(15 mins. away) or the beautiful beaches of... More

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Berkeley, California
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64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 4, 2012

I was in Santa Barbara on a Friday night this summer without an advance reservation, and the Sandyland Reef Inn was the only sub-$100 motel I found in the Carpinteria-Santa Barbara-Goleta area where it didn't look like I would get mugged. Check in and check out went smoothly enough. The room I stayed in was clearly basic and old, but... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 2, 2012 via mobile

Party hotel with unsavory element hanging out outside all night. Lots of couples checking in for a few hours and the lovely hum of the to lul you to sleep or not. We had the special treat of being awoken by the sound of EMS paramedic collecting the guest next door. What else can I say about this place. If... More

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Indio, California
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2012

This was our second summer to vacation in Carpinteria. We enjoyed the Sandyland Reef Inn. We especially enjoyed the clean sheets, freshly painted rooms, hot jacuzzi,large pool, and a huge icemaker. We will definitely return next summer.

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Also Known As:
Sandyland Reef Hotel Carpinteria
Sandyland Reef Hotel
Address: 4160 Via Real Road, Carpinteria, CA 93013
Region: United States > California > Carpinteria
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free Parking Pets Allowed Swimming Pool
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Ranked #4 of 6 hotels in Carpinteria
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