What's it like in Old Town?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Goleta's Old Town neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Lost Valley Trail as part of your Old Town travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Old Town?

Based on our traveller data, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from University of California, Santa Barbara, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta and Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta .

How many hotels are there in Old Town?

Expedia has 8 Old Town hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Goleta area.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Old Town.

What can I see and do in this Goleta neighbourhood?

Lost Valley Trail is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Old Town. While you're out sightseeing in Goleta, make sure that you visit other sights such as South Coast Railroad Museum or Rancho La Patera and Stow House.

How can I get around Old Town and the greater Goleta area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Goleta Station.

Top 10 Old Town Hotels of 2026

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1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Kenneth

RM813 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

Stephanie

RM948 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Mario

RM1,201 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 2.5 km from Old Town

Victor

RM908 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned floor, and hanging plants.

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

Fairview, 2.4 km from Old Town

Erik

RM898 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

6. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 2.5 km from Old Town

Sarajean

RM1,152 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Kaitlin

RM912 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

8. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

5 km from Old Town

Holly

RM806 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy indoor seating area with a swing chair, a cushioned bench, and a coffee table.

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

2.7 km from Old Town

Cecil

RM1,086 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door.

10. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town

Isabel

RM478 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

11. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

7.8 km from Old Town

Pokeno

RM815 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

8.8 km from Old Town

Leana

RM807 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

13. Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

alva

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

14. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

9.7 km from Old Town

Irma

RM523 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

15. Solei House

9.8 km from Old Town

Deanna

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large, modern interior space with geometric ceiling design and large letters spelling "agov" on the wall.

16. Agave Inn

10.3 km from Old Town

Christine

RM605 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

17. Rose Garden Inn

9.5 km from Old Town

K.

RM524 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.

18. Oasis Inn & Suites

10 km from Old Town

Dipesh

RM510 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

19. Lemon Tree Inn

10.9 km from Old Town

David

RM560 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

20. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

11.4 km from Old Town

DAVID

RM789 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Old Town

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 582 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 941 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,485 reviews	View

Where to stay in Old Town

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Isla Vista

You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in Isla Vista. You might want to make time for a stop at Isla Vista Beach or UC SB Events Center.

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Gaviota

If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Ellwood

If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Chumash Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent

"This property was beautiful and super clean. The rooms are not just spacious very comfy."

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Room had spider webs in corner of ceiling. Our coffee pot didn’t work. These issues were taken care of once we notified front desk personnel. The grounds and pool area were nice and well kept. Front desk workers had little to no customer care skills. I should not feel like I need a favor when asking them to handle issues with my room. The woman working the morning continental breakfast was very polite, helpful, and a bright spot in our visit."

The Franciscan Hotel

8/10 Good

"It is in a perfect walkable location in SB. We picked it because they allow dogs and the room is actually perfect to have dogs! Little kitchen, which makes feeding them easy. Also spacious! We brought a Great Dane and there was plenty of room :) Bed was pretty comfy and room has AC and a nice bathroom. The only thing I didn’t love was the noise. You can hear the people above you, but a sound machine helps! Honestly despite the noise, would stay here again ;)"

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

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

6. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

7. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

8. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

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

10. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

11. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

13. Sandpiper Lodge

14. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

15. Solei House

16. Agave Inn

17. Rose Garden Inn

18. Oasis Inn & Suites

19. Lemon Tree Inn

20. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

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Where to stay in Old Town

Isla Vista

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Ellwood

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Winchester

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Chumash Casino Resort

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