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

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is ฿23,997 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿23,997
฿30,290 total
9 Sept - 10 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 ...
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

3 out of 5
1564 Copenhagen Dr Solvang CA
The price is ฿4,046 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,046
฿4,719 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,523 reviews)
"The staff are very friendly and helpful. This hotel is family friendly and there were several guests with young children. The room was mostly clean though dated. However, the appeal of the hotel is that it has the rustic cottage look and it has the in-room fireplace. The included breakfast was good, ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Wine Valley Inn
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

3.5 out of 5
1455 Mission Dr Solvang CA
The price is ฿4,764 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿4,764
฿5,529 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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! (2,425 reviews)
"The staff was phenomenal at the Vinland. We appreciated their kindness"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

2.5 out of 5
1617 Copenhagen Drive Solvang CA
The price is ฿3,411 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,411
฿3,988 total
9 Sept - 10 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! (2,130 reviews)
"It was center in the middle of the town"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

King Frederik Inn
Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn

3 out of 5
114 E Highway 246 Buellton CA
The price is ฿4,221 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿4,221
฿4,911 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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! (1,784 reviews)
"The hotel was clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The location was convenient, and overall I had a good stay. However, I felt the price was expensive compared with what was offered. It was a nice hotel, but I expected a little more for the rate."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Sideways Inn
Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

4 out of 5
3400 East Highway 246 Santa Ynez CA
The price is ฿3,886 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿3,886
฿4,529 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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! (2,351 reviews)
"We go to Los Olivos often and only visit the casino but have never stayed. The price of the room was great considering it was a holiday weekend. The room was beautiful, clean and all around great! The front desk and cleaning people were all super nice so we’ve got zero complaints! We will stay here ..."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Chumash Casino Resort
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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 Glen Annie Golf Club and Sandpiper Golf Club.



Gaviota Travel Guide