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An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT," surrounded by landscaped greenery and palm trees.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large chandelier.
A spacious living room with a large dark wood dining table, comfortable seating, a television, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

1. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood, 2.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Sarajean
RM1,008
RM1,152 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a sink, and hanging pendant lights.
A restaurant with multiple seating areas, including round tables and booths, with hanging pendant lights and a large window overlooking the outdoor area.
Lobby

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town, 3 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Mario
RM1,049
RM1,200 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a reception desk.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.
A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a toaster.

3. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
10.6 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
alva
RM480
RM547 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Sandpiper Lodge
A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.
A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, TV, and a wardrobe.
A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and patterned floor tiles.

4. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
10.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Dipesh
RM447
RM510 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Oasis Inn & Suites
An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned floor, and hanging plants.
Meeting facility
A spacious lobby with leather seating, a patterned rug, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A conference room with a large table, chairs, and a TV screen.

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview, 4.6 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Erik
RM783
RM898 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.
A covered outdoor patio with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and potted plants.
A balcony with potted plants, a hanging lantern, and a view of mountains.

6. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
12.4 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Rich
RM546
RM925 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, two surfboards, a 'Welcome' sign, and an orange sofa.
A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.
A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

7. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Kellie
RM487
RM556 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, and a wooden cabinet.
A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, a white countertop, and a microwave. There is a wooden shelf above the counter holding cups and a framed picture.

8. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
13.8 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Maria
RM449
RM814 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.
A chef cooking with a large flame in a kitchen.
A dining area with a table set for two, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoor seating area.
A lush garden with palm trees and ferns, a paved path, and a building in the background.

9. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
11.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
David
RM490
RM559 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lemon Tree Inn
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.
A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.
A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

10. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
14 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Nick
RM809
RM922 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
13.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Morgan
RM989
RM1,150 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.
A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

12. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
13.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Jhoana
RM592
RM977 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living area with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase.
A bar area with wooden beams, bar stools, and a bar counter.

13. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
11.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Kirsten
RM691
RM789 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with orange chairs and a table.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.
A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

14. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
14 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Anne
RM584
RM698 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.
A modern living room with a marble reception desk, wooden flooring, and contemporary furniture.
A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a television, and a plant.
A cozy living room with a round coffee table, wooden chairs, a sofa with patterned cushions, and potted plants.

15. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
8.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Pokeno
RM691
RM815 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, two beds, white bedding, and a blue bedside table.
A motel with a tiled roof, multiple rooms, and a parking lot.
A compact kitchen area with a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.

16. Solei House

Solei House
10.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Deanna
RM572
RM674 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Solei House
A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a towel rack with towels.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a fenced pool, and a building with a balcony in the background.
A corner room with a round table, a wooden chair, a beige sofa, and a mirror on the wall.

17. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
10.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Irma
RM430
RM523 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."
A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.
A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.
A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

18. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
14.2 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Amanda
RM795
RM906 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A rocky beach with people walking, palm trees, and a clear sky.
A coastal village inn with a paved driveway leading to the entrance, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.
A hotel with a swimming pool, parking area, and outdoor seating.

19. Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
18.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Kizar
RM667
RM760 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.
A lush garden with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a small bridge.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

20. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
6.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Kaitlin
RM784
RM911 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
9.0
Wonderful
941 reviews
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A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
9.2
Wonderful
582 reviews
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A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.
Sandpiper Lodge
8.6
Excellent
2,774 reviews
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A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.
Oasis Inn & Suites
8.6
Excellent
1,005 reviews
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An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned floor, and hanging plants.
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
8.8
Excellent
1,110 reviews
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Top Isla Vista Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast was mostly bread, cereal and coffee. Bananas and apples No proteins."
Joseph 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Sandpiper Lodge
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was amazing especially Brandon and his staff in the Bar."
Toni 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10/10 Excellent
"The FOUND by Marriott in Santa Barbara was a great stay. The room was lovely and in perfect condition. We had a view of the pool and had a small patio. Great breakfast and great staff for check in and check out."
Mary 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Great experience"
Seth 3-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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A coastal cityscape with buildings, a beach, and a clear blue sky.

University of California, Santa Barbara

9.0/10 (1,433 reviews)
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
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A beach with a wooden bench, a tree, and a pier in the background.
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Goleta Beach

9.0/10 (853 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Goleta Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Ucsb Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Ucsb Labyrinth during your stay in Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.
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Goleta Point

9.0/10 (52 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Point and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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Campus Beach

6.8/10 (3 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Campus Beach during your trip to Goleta? Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.
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UC SB Events Center

8.8/10 (33 reviews)
Catch an event at UC SB Events Center during your trip to Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.
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Devereux Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Devereux Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's live music.
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Coal Oil Point Reserve

7.6/10 (5 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Coal Oil Point Reserve and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
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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 112 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 112 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.