What's it like to stay in Goleta?

Families will find child-friendly activities in Goleta, and visitors give high marks for the beaches and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its sporting events, shopping and cafes. In Goleta, there are 49 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Goleta .

What should I see while I'm in Goleta?

Favorite family attractions include Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and Devereaux Slough . The natural setting is picturesque, namely the beaches, and places to see include: Goleta Beach , Goleta Point and Isla Vista Beach . The university setting is a highlight and University of California, Santa Barbara is worth a campus tour. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Goleta guide .

What's the best way to get around Goleta?

To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Goleta Station or UC Santa Barbara Station. If you want to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car in Goleta for your journey.

What's the weather like in Goleta?

The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Goleta is 439 mm.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Goleta?

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is a favourite with Expedia customers. This 3-star hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Reviews from our site also recommend The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara and Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta as top choices for your visit. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Goleta.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Goleta, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Goleta.

What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Goleta?

Based on reviews, Best Western Plus South Coast Inn is a popular 2.5-star hotel for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free full breakfast and free WiFi. Other choices for your budget-friendly stay include Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara and Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta. View all budget hotels in Goleta.

What's the best accommodation option for a family holiday to Goleta?

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Other choices for your family trip include The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara and Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta. Also, attractions such as Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Goleta.

What's the best accommodation for couples in Goleta?

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a favourite 5-star hotel for couples, and features in-room massages and a full-service spa. Other good options for your romantic getaway include The Leta Hotel and Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta. See all romantic hotels in Goleta.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation option in Goleta?

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is a top property for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Other good choices for you and your pet include The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara and The Leta Hotel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Goleta.

What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Goleta?

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta is a top 3-star hotel with free WiFi, and it's located close to Ellwood Beach . Other good options for your beach trip include Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Barbara/Goleta and Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara. See more stays near the beach in Goleta.

What's the best luxury accommodation option in Goleta?

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a 5-star hotel with a winery and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for a pampered stay. Find more luxury hotels in Goleta.

What's the best boutique-style hotel in Goleta?

Kimpton Goodland is a favourite 4-star hotel with Expedia travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features a restaurant and a bar.

What's the best accommodation for a golf trip to Goleta?

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is a hotel featuring free breakfast and free WiFi, and it's a top choice for golfing nearby. Other good options to stay near a golf course include Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara and Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta. Visit Sandpiper Golf Club or Glen Annie Golf Club to perfect your golf swing. See more golf hotels in Goleta.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Goleta?

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta is a popular 3-star hotel featuring a pool, free WiFi and free self-parking. A couple of other options that feature an on-site pool include Best Western Plus South Coast Inn and Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta. View all hotels with pools in Goleta.

What is the best spa hotel in Goleta?

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta is a highly recommended spa hotel with a pool. Kick back and relax in the hot tub. Other popular spa hotels in Goleta include Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta and Best Western Plus South Coast Inn. See all spa hotels in Goleta.

Recent Reviews in Goleta
expedia verified reviews

Wine Valley Inn
5/5 Excellent
Favorite Solvang Hotel
"We love this property. The Tower rooms are so much fun, interesting design, nice bathrooms, and fireplaces for burning Duroflame type logs which they provide. Lots of outdoor spots to hang out with numerous fireplaces and firepits. Extremely convenient location."
A verified traveller stayed at Wine Valley Inn
Posted 14 hours ago
Wine Valley Inn
Hotel Corque
5/5 Excellent
"The property was recently refurbished and is beautiful. The beds are super comfortable, the bathroom is large with double sinks and room has everything you need. "
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Corque
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Corque
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
5/5 Excellent
"Great room"
A verified traveller stayed at Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Posted 1 day ago
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Royal Copenhagen Inn
5/5 Excellent
"Pet friendly clean spacious room and walking distance to everything in Solvang "
A verified traveller from Jacksonville stayed at Royal Copenhagen Inn
Posted 1 day ago
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
5/5 Excellent
"Our stay was really fantastic, especially for the price. The staff were all super friendly. We got a king suite with (I kid you not) a full kitchen, including a stove, broiler, microwave, small coffeemaker, and full sized fridge. There was a small dining table as well, and complimentary champagne and a couple bottles of water in the fridge waiting for us when we arrived. Would be a lovely place to stay again longer than 3 nights. The breakfast selection was also varied and delicious - bread/pastry selection, coffee/tea, kirkland pre-packaged hard boiled eggs, mini quiches, fruit and oatmeal were all included. The property is small, and it was a really short walk (like under 1 minute) to the front office to get food each morning and bring it back to eat in our suite. There's a 7-11 and a gas station convenience store less than a 5 min walk away (I was able to get some dramimine from the 7-11 for our boat ride one day). The beds were very comfortable (even, especially the sofa bed), maybe because they recently changed the furniture. Some downsides - there were a few cracks in the walls, and the kitchen and bathroom were somewhat outdated (but we did not care about this one bit). The walls were pretty thin, so we did hear people outside and also our upstairs neighbors each night. Luckily no one was too loud. This is the first place we've stayed that our toddler (almost 4) has proclaimed he wants to move to permanently to :-). "
A verified traveller stayed at Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Posted 2 days ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Sideways Inn
5/5 Excellent
The best!
"We come every year and spend Thanksgiving with family friends group. They all camp at Flying Flags and we stay at the hotel next door. SO FUN!"
A verified traveller stayed at Sideways Inn
Posted 2 days ago
Sideways Inn
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
5/5 Excellent
"Lovely hotel, excellent service and nice staff. "
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
5/5 Excellent
Great spot
"We had to stop for the night and found this spot right off the freeway but not super close to it. It’s clean, the people are friendly, and there’s a good restaurant right next door. They offer breakfast in the morning and even had a little bar where you could get beer and wine. We’re going to remember this spot. "
A verified traveller stayed at Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Posted 3 days ago
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Chumash Casino Resort
5/5 Excellent
"The hotel is nice. near solvang...less than 10 minutes... lots of local restaurants and shopping"
A verified traveller stayed at Chumash Casino Resort
Posted 3 days ago
Chumash Casino Resort