Old Town Travel Guide
Goleta
Visit Old Town
Stay near popular Old Town attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge, Santa Barbara
Top hotels in Old Town

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
"Great hotel near the airport and activities."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
"Amazing experience. Thumbs up 👍"
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
"Bathroom wasn't amazingly clean, house keepers were offsite, the breakfast was just good, the staff were great and treated us awesome. Thanks to Daniel for being so cool!"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Beautifully newly renovated upscale hotel in prime central location with convenient parking."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"This was a great place to stay for a long weekend in Santa Barbara. It's not fancy but it's well renovated, the room was clean, the bed was very comfortable, and it was in a convenient location. Breakfast was adequate, though would have been nicer if there were some form of protein like eggs available. ..."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Beautiful property@"
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Old Town

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.

Gaviota
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park 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.
Ellwood
If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove 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 Sandpiper Golf Club.







