Gaviota Travel Guide

Goleta

A railway track running alongside a beach with mountains in the background.
A beach with a sunset, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
A rocky coastline with a sandy beach, waves, and a pier extending into the ocean.
A person standing in a large rock formation with layered sedimentary rock.
A sunset over a coastal landscape with railway tracks leading towards the sea.

Stay near popular Gaviota attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Gaviota

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

3.5 out of 5
1455 Mission Dr Solvang CA
The price is ฿3,704 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿3,704
฿4,322 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,386 reviews)
"Place is amazing. Well maintained, very clean, place for parking and close to everything! Staff are very pleasant and check in/out were quick. Will definitely book here again"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is ฿18,238 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿18,238
฿23,708 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Goleta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The property is in need of a power washing! And in my opinion, there should be cleaning staff that combs the property for trash and towels that were strewn about, and room service trays left in the hallways. It was really crowded and there were a lot of families, but to me that is no excuse for such ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

2.5 out of 5
1617 Copenhagen Drive Solvang CA
The price is ฿3,943 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,943
฿4,594 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Solvang. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,078 reviews)
"We had a great time. The hotel is right in the center of town. We were able to park our car and not have to move it all weekend."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

King Frederik Inn
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

3 out of 5
1564 Copenhagen Dr Solvang CA
The price is ฿4,440 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,440
฿5,169 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,498 reviews)
"Loved the stay!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Wine Valley Inn
Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

4 out of 5
3400 East Highway 246 Santa Ynez CA
The price is ฿4,145 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,145
฿4,825 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Santa Ynez. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,308 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Chumash Casino Resort
Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn

3 out of 5
114 E Highway 246 Buellton CA
The price is ฿4,424 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,424
฿5,142 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buellton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,710 reviews)
"We checked in about 7:00pm ( LA traffic added about 1 1/2 hours extra to our trip) Check in staff was very competent, not at all friendly. Pool was nice with fire pits. Our room faced them so lights were on till after we went to bed & light bled thru crack between drapes( a.m. also). Husband liked ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Sideways Inn
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Where to stay in Gaviota

Find the best Gaviota areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Isla Vista

You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in Isla Vista. You might want to make time for a stop at UC SB Events Center or Isla Vista Beach.

Old Town

When in Old Town, you can plan a visit to UC SB Events Center and Goleta Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ellwood

If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove are top sights worth seeing.

Fairview

If you're spending some time in Fairview, Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond are top sights worth seeing.

Winchester

While there might not be top attractions in Winchester, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club.



Gaviota Travel Guide