Gaviota
Goleta
Popular places to visit
Gaviota Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Goleta?
University of California, Santa Barbara
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.
Isla Vista Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Vista Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.
El Capitan State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Sandpiper Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Refugio State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Gaviota
Chumash Casino Resort
"What a great place. I don't gamble and the idea of smoking anywhere on the property is unappealing. This said I'm not opposed to truly designated areas for smoking. The hotel/resort is really nice and convenient. Staff are both professional and kind. The amenities are very good and the pool deck ..."
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Wine Valley Inn
"We’ve stayed there twice now, enjoying it both times. We probably wouldn’t have enjoyed the rooms with the courtyard views as there would be people literally walking around you on all sides, right next to your windows, but we thankfully had outside facing rooms. Seems like all rooms are spacious ..."
Reviewed on 19 May, 2026
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
"Very nice atmosphere, the beautiful grounds. The restaurants. Everything was perfect we will be back!"
Reviewed on 6 May, 2026
Sideways Inn
"A decent vibe and nice recognition of the local history that gave you a sense of place. But a little pricey for me for a fairly basic experience, with only donuts as the breakfast highlight."
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"Room was poorly furnished. HVAC extremely noisy."
Reviewed on 20 May, 2026
Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
"Disappointed in the continental breakfast. Only sweet rolls, with a sign “ one to a customer “‘. Could have had some fruit and yogurt."
Reviewed on 19 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gaviota
Ellwood
If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Isla Vista
You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in Isla Vista. You might want to make time for a stop at UC SB Events Center or Isla Vista Beach.
Old Town
When in Old Town, you can plan a visit to UC SB Events Center and Goleta Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
