Motel 6 opened its first property in Santa Barbara, California in 1962 and that big red “6” on the sign still means a clean, comfortable room for the best price of any national chain.

Motel 6 now offers travelers more than 180 locations across the Golden State. With our low rates, you’ll be able to travel all over the state and still have spending money to enjoy the California attractions and activities you enjoy most.

Torrey Pines Golf Course: La Jolla, CA

Home to this year's U.S. Open Championship, Torrey Pines' stunning south course is one of the most challenging public golf courses in the country. Tee times are hard to come by, but a pilgrimage to Torrey Pines is a right of passage for low and high handicappers alike. If golf's not your game, La Jolla also claims some of San Diego's most spectacular beaches.

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Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, Disneyland: Anaheim, CA

The popular Submarine Voyage ride that helped make Disneyland the happiest place on earth has now re-opened to huge fanfare - this time with Nemo as its star. Lines aren't quite as long as right after the grand re-opening, so it's a perfect time to get your first look at this instant classic.

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Spring Wildflowers: Gorman, CA

Early each spring, the foothills guarding the Tejon pass just 50 miles north of L.A.'s San Fernando Valley explode into brilliant oranges and purples. The California poppy's annual arrival is a magical display of Mother Nature's artistry - one that attracts painters, photographers and nature lovers from around the world. This winter's heavy rains promise to make the display all the more spectacular.

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Santa Ynez Wine Country: Santa Ynez, CA

Just a short drive north of Santa Barbara, the scenic Santa Ynez area features some of California's most enjoyable wine tasting. Many of the Santa Ynez vineyards served as locations for the filming of the popular movie Sideways. The visitor centers can get extremely crowded throughout the summer, making spring an exceptional time to visit.

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