Motel 6 Barstow, CA
150 Yucca Ave, Barstow, CA 92311, Barstow, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.3 / 5
Motel 6 Barstow, CA is an unpretentious, budget-oriented motel at 150 Yucca Ave in Barstow, less than a mile from Interstate 15. It’s positioned for quick stops and easy drives to local Route 66 attractions, sitting about 1.6 miles from the Route 66 Mother Road Museum and close to other downtown points of interest such as Barstow Station (about 0.6 miles) and the Western America Railroad Museum (about 1.1 miles). Rooms are casual and include TVs with expanded cable channels, with WiFi available for a fee. On-site basics include free morning coffee, truck parking, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Day trips can extend to the Calico area (roughly 9 miles away) and nearby desert landscapes like Rainbow Basin Natural Area (about 8.7 miles). The property is listed as 3-star and holds a 3.3/5 public rating based on 1,346 reviews.
Best for
This motel is best for road-trippers and budget travelers who want a convenient I-15 stop with simple on-site essentials like free coffee, truck parking, and a year-round outdoor pool. It also suits guests planning short visits to Barstow’s Route 66 and rail-history sights, with multiple museums and landmarks within about 2 miles.
Travel tips
If you’re using Barstow as an overnight break on a longer drive, the location less than a mile from I-15 helps minimize detours while keeping you close to food and services in town. For quick sightseeing, cluster stops around Barstow Station and the nearby museums (Harvey House/rail sites and the Route 66 museum are all roughly 1–2 miles away). WiFi is available for a fee, so plan accordingly if you need reliable connectivity for work or streaming.
What guests say
Reviews commonly highlight a convenient location near the freeway and close to everyday services, with several guests also noting friendly staff. Cleanliness is a recurring theme, with some guests describing clean, larger rooms. However, negative feedback includes concerns about pests/bug bites and recommendations to check bedding and mattresses. Overall impressions suggest a basic, no-frills stay that can work well for a one-night stop, with condition/cleanliness consistency being an important consideration.
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