Isla Vista Travel Guide
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Visit Isla Vista
Stay near popular Isla Vista attractions
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
฿1,171
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
฿2,309
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
฿1,272
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara
฿650
per adult
Top hotels in Isla Vista
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿9,837 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿9,837
฿11,438 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿4,781 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
฿4,781
฿5,450 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,614 reviews)
"The breakfast was a huge let down. Coffee was good. And there were previously frozen croissants pre-sliced and a conveyor toaster for them. With a little butter and a packet of jam which were fine. But that’s about it. For the price and the advertising I surely expected a bit more of a spread for ..."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,749 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿6,749
฿7,942 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,147 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Location was further out on upper State than I expected but that was my fault. Room was clean and very roomy."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,160 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿6,160
฿7,158 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,322 reviews)
"The room was very clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is ฿2,418 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿2,418
฿2,918 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,319 reviews)
"The motel was very reasonable. Staff was very nice. It wasn’t a fancy place, but it was still clean. If you just need a place to stay, and not worried about how fancy it’s not, then this is a good place for that if you don’t wanna spend a lot of money."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿5,331 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿5,331
฿6,336 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,335 reviews)
"The staff was amazing, especially Jacob and Katy. They both went above and beyond to make our stay so enjoyable. We can't wait to go back when visiting Santa Barbara!"
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Isla Vista
Find the best Isla Vista areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Gaviota
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
