Car Wash in Santa Barbara, CA

15 locations found near Santa Barbara

“Fabulous service! I initially hired TLC to detail my car & remove tree sap. My car had a few dings and they offered to repair them for a great price. I’m so glad my car got sap on it so I found TLC, as my car now looks brand new! Oscar was so communicative during the entire process; showing me photos and arranging convenient pick-up/drop-off times. I highly recommend anyone looking for detail care for their car to hire TLC- I promise you’ll be happy you went with them. Thank you Oscar & TLC Expert Auto Detail!”

5 Superb38 Reviews

“I brought my RAV4 here after a not-at-fault collision that left it dented and scratched. David and his team provided amazing service, with clear communication and attention to detail throughout the process. They helped me understand and coordinate with insurance to make sure all accident-related repairs were covered. The dent was repaired, the bumper was replaced, and no damage was left behind.

I also had them replace my windshield (a large rock cracked the glass on the freeway), restore the headlights, detail the car, and clean the engine bay. When I picked it up, I was amazed. It was shining, swirl- and scratch-free, and smooth to the touch. The interior was spotless and fresh, and the headlights were gleaming with clarity. It was well worth it.”

4.6 Superb137 Reviews

“My car was filthy and caked in a months worth of dirt but this team whipped it into shape in no time! My car came away sparkling both inside and out. Be aware, you stay in the car during the hand washing portion and step out during the interior vacuuming portion. Highly reccomend if you want a easy, speedy, quality car wash!”

4.4 Superb172 Reviews

“Best self service car wash in SB. My routine: start with high pressure soap including on wheels/tires, rinse with high pressure wax, finish with spot free rinse all over. You can do this in 4 mins for $3 which gets all but the micro dirt off.

Then pull forward into the vacuum spots and wipe down the entire car with one or two large microfiber towels. Start with windows (get bone dry), then work on cleaner painted areas up high, finish with dirty areas down low. Move to different parts of the towel as needed. Takes 5-10 mins.

The key to this is it allows you to avoid the dreaded scrubbing brush that (in every car wash) will scrape your paint. Despite the signs that tell customers not to do it, I regularly see people scrub their wheels and tires with the brushes. If you're going to use the brush, at least power wash it first with high pressure soap.”

4.4 Superb82 Reviews

“Johnny is the bestest! Always respectful, aware, and super detail oriented in his skill and craft. My car feels like a brand new car out of the dealer with the new car scent. Very pleased with the service and highly recommend.”

4.5 Superb33 Reviews

“Amazing service! Diego he said his name was greeted me with a smile and did my windshields that once were dirty are now spotless and filled my windshield whiper fluid up! Gave him a generous tip and he filled my gas up for me without me stepping out of my car since a month before I had a knee surgery. Thoughtful staff and such a well kept place definitely not your average gas station.”

4.5 Superb26 Reviews

“(Translated by Google) The best service in Santa Barbara my car was like new(Original)El mejor cervicio en santa barbara mi carro qued9 como nuevoServices: Polishing”

4.3 Superb15 Reviews

“I went to get my seats cleaned and I was serviced by an employee named Javier. He helped give me an estimate for the service swiftly and professionally. He was very reasonable about negotiating the price, and I felt I was properly charged. Javier was very personable.

Once my car was serviced, I was very pleased. The interior and exterior were amazing. Definitely worth my money, and the service provided by Javier was exceptional. I would go back.”

3.9 Good24 Reviews

“Excellent customer service. Claudia and the other super pretty girl are so polite and nice. Also there are a couple nice young gents. Everyone is polite and attentive. The car wash is a good deal too. But the self serve fresh ground coffee with refillable mug is a $1. Get the mug. Best cheap coffee in California. Only thing I would improve: Better fresh cream options (bagged milk dispenser maybe)? and if the car washes were $1-2 less I would get them more often. I like their build a 6 pack selection.”

3.7 Good53 Reviews

“I am surprised that this place has any bad reviews at all! Those reviews seem old, like years old. Anyway that made me want to post a review. Car wash is amazing. Staff is so nice and attentive. Great place to gas up, use the restroom and get fancy snacks. I’ll drive a bit extra to get gas and wash my car here. Thank you!”

3.2 Average72 Reviews

“Management of this car wash reached out to me rapidly and gave me a full refund by check. I sincerely appreciate the way this was handled and wanted to update the review accordingly.”

2.9 Average45 Reviews

“I saw reviews from well over a year ago complaining about this location not allowing people to use the restroom. That must have changed.
I wasn’t feeling well before a one hour drive home after a restaurant and the two men behind the counter let me use the restroom with no issue. I thanked them and headed home. I didn’t have to pay for anything before or after.
Thank you for saving me from a painful drive home.”

3.1 Average79 Reviews

“I am greeted by all the staff as if I was family. I really like that and appreciate it.

There’s a little shop inside that has tons of things at reasonable prices.

If you’re late on getting a birthday gift or holiday present for someone it’s a real save.
They have a free coffee machine with hot chocolate, which I never fail to get even in the summer, and ice cream choices, galore, and other snacks, chips, and beverages. They have a big TV and seating area inside and outside there are tables and chairs. It’s a nice place to visit even if you don’t need your car washed! Like a corner store.

A lot of people go to the Cajun kitchen next-door while their car is getting done and the employees park the car on the side when they’re done so you don’t have to rush back, that is a real plus.

Now, as far as the car wash itself is concerned, every time I pick up my car, it looks brand new inside and out.

I used to go to the car wash at the gas station and I thought I was getting a good deal but when I added up how often I was doing that it was cheaper to buy a membership at Santa Barbara Hand Car Wash and I can go anytime I want to and as often as I want to. You can’t beat that.”

3.1 Average112 Reviews

“Edit : May 15 2025. 5 minutes on Bay 2 cost me $7 (I timed it). Just saying. ?

They don’t take 20 dollar bills! And no quarters, no credit cards. I guess I’ll have to come back.”

3 Average62 Reviews

“I love this car wash. They are honest. I love Spencer, Chester, Rob, Jimmy, eric, and all
The guys that do an excellent job. I used to work here a decade ago and today I took my car in for an interior detail and shampoo and my daughters car seat! The detailer was amazing. The gas price was great as usual and the car seat smells as good as new! I can’t be grateful enough to support such a wonderful family owned business. Thanks for all you do and for being a staple all these years. Best, h.”

3 Average185 Reviews

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