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Our top choices for Isla Vista Beach hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town, 3.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel near the airport and activities."
United States
Eldred
The price is RM1,041
RM1,189 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

2. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
Fairview, 4.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Convenient location and the staff very attentive."
United States
Maria R
The price is RM891
RM1,018 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

3. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
13.8 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (285 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is RM710
RM1,111 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Casa Jardin

4. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
14.2 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,114 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is RM1,055
RM1,203 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

5. Casa Iglesia

Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
12.4 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Great place to stay had a wonderful stay and met a lot of great people"
United States
Derrick
The price is RM870
RM1,296 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Casa Iglesia

6. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,425 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean. Parking was easy and the place was very close to the beach."
United States
Michael
The price is RM748
RM854 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

7. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Fairview, 4.6 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,025 reviews)
"staff were amazing!"
United States
Andrew
The price is RM838
RM960 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,148 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is RM1,138
RM1,298 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Marina Beach Hotel

9. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
4.4 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (258 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
isabel
The price is RM1,034
RM1,181 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
14 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (248 reviews)
"Clean room, modern, European vibe, easy check in and out, good location."
United States
Baharak
The price is RM805
RM1,219 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Casa Riviera

11. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
14 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,296 reviews)
"Great place to stay and great location."
United States
Martin
The price is RM876
RM1,031 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
3.0 star property
9.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,200 reviews)
"Clean hotel, close to the freeway and State Street."
United States
Alan
The price is RM827
RM944 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

13. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very close to the beach."
United States
Pamela
The price is RM649
RM740 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The Inn at East Beach

14. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
11.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,312 reviews)
"The patio area was great, great location, will stay here again."
United States
Shanna
The price is RM575
RM657 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Lemon Tree Inn

15. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,216 reviews)
"Great property and close to the beach"
United States
Deborah
The price is RM905
RM1,032 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
The Franciscan Hotel

16. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview, 4.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,224 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 RM550
RM639 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

17. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
10.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,022 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 RM539
RM647 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

18. Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (190 reviews)
"The property was clean and the location was great."
United States
Mary
The price is RM853
RM1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Casa De La Vina

19. Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
12.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Amazing property!"
United States
David
The price is RM1,049
RM1,499 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Casa Castillo

20. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is conveniently located to the main attractions. The staff is super friendly. The rooms are not quite updated and could be noisy with the traffic around the hotel."
United States
Li
The price is RM1,096
RM1,251 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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Compare popular hotels close to Isla Vista Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Bar (on property)
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Outdoor pool
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,005 reviews
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Exterior
Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
285 reviews
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View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,114 reviews
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Exterior
Casa Iglesia
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
36 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Isla Vista Beach?
Isla Vista Beach is located in Goleta. You'll find 116 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Isla Vista Beach?
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (3 km) from Isla Vista Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Isla Vista Beach?
Expedia has 116 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Isla Vista Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Isla Vista Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Isla Vista Beach.
What can I see and do near Isla Vista Beach?
You can wander around Goleta Point, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate or Goleta Butterfly Grove if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Goleta Beach, Campus Beach and Sands Beach. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Ucsb Labyrinth, Devereaux Slough and South Coast Railroad Museum.
How can I get to Isla Vista Beach?
To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from UC Santa Barbara Station. There might not be many public transport choices close to Isla Vista Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.