I chose this motel mainly because of the location and the price - just a block from the beach for $70 a night seemed like a good deal. And I got what I paid for: a simple but satisfactory and clean room and a decent bed.
There were only two things that bothered me: it was rather noisy and the wifi connection was very unstable. I'm not sure I'd stay here again.

This was our first night's accommodation after a 14 hour flight and the drive up from LA. We needed a good night's sleep, but the noise from the street, the sport field across the road and hotel guests slamming car doors late into the night prevented any chance of a decent night's sleep.
The room was small, but OK, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom was small and in need of refurbishment.
The hotel staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was disgusting.
Value for money was pretty poor, especially compared to our accommodation in Monterey Quality Inn), which was 75% of the cost and twice as good.

I usually avoid low budget lodging and didn't have high expectations. I was visiting during a UCSB parent weekend so reasonable priced hotels were out of the question. I was staying for one night and needed a room just to crash. However, I was pleasantly surprised with the room and area. Across the way is a park (bonus), a block or so to the beach (bonus), few minutes to drive to State Street, bathroom was small but clean, no broken tiles, no dirt, etc. Cons: thin walls (but I kept the fan on - no issues), TV is old school, bed cover thin but I anticipated that and brought my own blanket & pillow. So, if you want to save money or avoid high cost S.B. hotels this is a chance worth taking - try it out at least once.

stayed here for 2 nights in june 2011.
2 people for 2 nights = $294.32 inc all taxes etc. (monday x 2 nights)
arrived in santa barbara initially for the one night whilst doing 3 week trip off california. hadnt prebooked, arrvived about half 6pm and seen the vacancy sign. we loved santa barbara and decided after checking in we wanted to stay another night. nice friendly fella on reception, gave us tips on where to eat,drink, tours and where to head out for the night. got a room at the back of the motel where the 2nd car park is (free car park) room was adequate. 2 double beds, little bathroom area. clean and tidy, it is a motel not a hotel and we would def saty here again. little swimming pool and you get breakfast in the price (although its continental so croissants wrapped up in cling film and coffee!) defo recommend doing the red trolley tour that sets off down the beach. takes bout 45mins. our guide was daft as a brush, very comical, wish i could remember his name. we walked back to the motel after a night out took bout 20mins (wearing heels) recommend getting a taxi if you can find one. it was a monday night so wasnt busy at all in the pubs but still met fellow backpackers and had a great night. enjoyed the farmers market too.would def return to santa barbara and stay longer- next time i will time it in at a weekend. overall reasonable priced motel in santa barbara and enjoyed staying here.