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Our top choices for Goleta motels

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,205 reviews)
"This is a budget hotel so I didn't expect much. It was clean, had a friendly staff and the basic ammenities. I didnt swim but the pool looked very nice. Lots of places to eat nearby."
United States
Pablo
The price is RM613
RM711 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,578 reviews)
"Location, pool, hottub, breakfast, in room fridge& microwave---great value for price!"
United States
Nancy
The price is RM599
RM683 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Sandpiper Lodge
Courtyard

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location with lots of parking."
United States
Celine
The price is RM635
RM724 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Oasis Inn & Suites
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is RM467
RM565 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,463 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms, very friendly staff."
United States
Becky
The price is RM346
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
San Roque
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff, easy check in, and nice comfortable rooms especially the beds."
United States
Victoria
The price is RM568
RM648 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Sunset Motel
Premium bedding, desk, free WiFi, individually decorated

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
North State
6.6 out of 10, (1,013 reviews)
"Excellent thi is our 2 nd vacation here in SB , we plan to return here again next year , also price is very affordable"
United States
Silveria M
The price is RM530
RM604 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Rose Garden Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"We had a very good stay. Room was clean and the beds were very comfortable. Also, great proximity to all the sights of Santa Barbara. We'd definitely stay there again."
United States
Lorraine
The price is RM527
RM622 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Town and Country Inn
Interior entrance

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (807 reviews)
"It has everything that we needed."
United States
Katharine
The price is RM776
RM885 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Agave Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,321 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location."
United States
Martin
The price is RM806
RM951 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,289 reviews)
"Staff was amazing!"
United States
Gerald
The price is RM324
RM382 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"great beach ambience, staff helpful, room was cute"
United States
Vy
The price is RM708
RM808 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Inn at East Beach
Room amenity

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,427 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean. Parking was easy and the place was very close to the beach."
United States
Michael
The price is RM732
RM836 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Exterior

Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,153 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is RM1,163
RM1,325 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (823 reviews)
"Reasonable stay downtown."
United States
Henry
The price is RM691
RM788 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
The Presidio
Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, bed sheets

San Marcos Motel

San Marcos Motel
2.0 star property
Buellton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (631 reviews)
"An excellent place for the price"
United States
Donald
The price is RM327
RM385 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
San Marcos Motel
Exterior

Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"older hotel in great location"
United States
Robert
The price is RM461
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Front of property

Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.0 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Surprised at older poor reviews; stayed here w elderly parents and enjoyed relaxed quiet peaceful stay, so close to beach and wharf."
United States
James
The price is RM801
RM1,054 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Ala Mar by the Sea
Front of property

Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,986 reviews)
"This hotel is excellent! Everything is perfect we we stayed here."
United States
SHALDAN
The price is RM486
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Front of property

King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,065 reviews)
"The staff and location were fantastic!!!"
United States
Debra
The price is RM535
RM622 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
King Frederik Inn
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Top Goleta Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Room and bathroom are dated and small but clean. Staff is professional, helpful and courteous. Nice pool area."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

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Goleta Motels information

Number of reviews
17,558
Accommodation
40 Motels
Lowest Price
RM382
Highest Price
RM1,325

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Goleta?
If you can't find a motel in Goleta, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from more than 70 hotels and other accommodation options. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in Goleta?
Here are some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Sandpiper Lodge is located 8.1 km from the heart of Goleta. Enjoy access to the fitness centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central Goleta is 18.3 mi (29.4 km) away. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 7.7 mi (12.5 km) from the heart of Goleta. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North: Central Goleta is 17 mi (27.4 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. King Frederik Inn: 21 mi (33.8 km) from the heart of Goleta. Enjoy access to the 24-hour business centre, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Goleta?
In this family-friendly area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Goleta for its shops, cafes and bars. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Goleta Beach, Isla Vista Beach and El Capitan State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Devereaux Slough, Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: UC SB Events Center, Sandpiper Golf Club and Refugio State Beach.
What's the seasonal weather like in Goleta?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Goleta to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Goleta is 392 mm.
What are my options for getting around Goleta while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Goleta to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 18.4 mi (29.7 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Goleta Station or UC Santa Barbara Station.

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