Isla Vista Travel Guide

Goleta

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Isla Vista

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿8,580 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿8,580
฿9,977 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,420 reviews)
"Loved the location. Appreciated the friendly staff at the front desk and the helpful parking attendants. Clean room with all the conveniences and great amenities. Overall we really loved this hotel with its great services and beautifully appointed rooms!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿4,255 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿4,255
฿4,850 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (2,519 reviews)
"This hotel was a pleasant surprise. A great experience with friendly staff and excellent hospitality. Very clean Very convenient to restaurants"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿7,037 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿7,037
฿8,177 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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! (1,221 reviews)
"The room was very quiet and clean and overlooked the beautiful garden and pond. The swimming pool was heated and clean."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿6,853 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿6,853
฿8,075 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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! (2,281 reviews)
"Staff were amazing and very helpful great manners. There were a beautiful lady at night at the reception that had 4 arriving customers at one time and she handled it very calmly and professionally. Clean rooms spacious. I will visit this place again for sure."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿7,975 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿7,975
฿9,107 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,223 reviews)
"We have stayed here at least 4 times it is our quick getaway and we have never been disappointed. The staff is professional and kind and the pool is super clean and the breakfast is so good and overall it’s extremely clean. We recommend highly"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Beachside Inn
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
The price is ฿8,861 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿8,861
฿10,119 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,877 reviews)
"The front desk person was so helpful and lovely! We got a nice room with a kitchen and fridge. Very very nice, would love to stay again."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Inn By The Harbor
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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.



Isla Vista Travel Guide