Isla Vista
Goleta
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Popular places to visit
Isla Vista Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Vista Beach during your trip to Goleta?
University of California, Santa Barbara
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
El Capitan State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Gaviota Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota?
Sandpiper Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Refugio State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Isla Vista
Hotel Santa Barbara
Very well appointed hotel but had issues with the air conditioning system and could not get the room cool enough for sleeping. Kind of a bummer. It would be nice if there was a restaurant or room service. Also didn’t loce having to pay $30 a night for parking.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
clean, friendly staff, parking can get filled up at night but there are 2 sides to choose from
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Room was clean and staff friendly.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
They didn’t provide toothbrushes & toothpaste in the room.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Chumash Casino Resort
The room we stayed at seemed old. The bed was uncomfortable and we could not locate the switches to turn off the lights so we ended disconnecting the lamps.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Very clean room. Pleasant area and close to many interesting sites including the zoo.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Isla Vista
Gaviota
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.
