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21 Aug - 22 Aug
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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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28 Aug - 30 Aug

Our top choices for Goleta beach hotels

1. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
  • Soak up the coastal charm at this tranquil retreat, just a 1-minute drive from sandy shores with refreshing pool and hot tub.
S$288
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
S$163
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
  • Soak up California sunshine at this beachside getaway with free shuttle to surf and sand.
S$280
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
  • Take a seaside retreat near Lookout County Park, just a 12-minute walk from sun, sand, and surf adventure.
S$260
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

5. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
S$320
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

6. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
S$373
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
S$413
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

8. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
  • Soak up the sun on a private sandy beach with free towels, then try parasailing or windsurfing just steps away.
S$1,090
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

9. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
S$256
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Goleta

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
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All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Goleta

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
S$288
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
S$260
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
S$280
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
S$163
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
S$320
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
S$373
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
S$413
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
S$1,090
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Goleta

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
S$288
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
S$260
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
S$320
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
S$280
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
S$373
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
S$413
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
S$1,090
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Top Goleta Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good
"Decent place are better for cheap!!!"
Ann I 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

8/10 Good
"Clean room. Small but worked out great for 1 night. They had black coffee in reception, great for husband. We had a quiet room in back as requested. Bed was comfy and soft sheets. Great price for close to Santa Barbara on weekend!"
Pamela 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Location great clean great everything was walking distance park car never moved it on my two day stay. Use bikes to travel around down"
RUTH 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very good hotel for families"
JEANETTE 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Clean place to stay and walking to the beach a plus. Breakfast had alot of beverage choices and the food was limited but enough to get u started for the day."
Ingrid 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

8/10 Good
"Good"
Walter 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Frequently asked questions

What is Goleta like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and university life, Goleta offers a lot for the traveller planning a beach getaway.
What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Goleta?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a top beachfront resort offering 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants, located within a short 13-minute walk of Haskell's Beach .
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Goleta?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Goleta: 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 is there to see and do around Goleta?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Goleta has to offer. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Isla Vista Beach or El Capitan State Beach. Experience the area's university life and shopping, and make time for local attractions such as Goleta Beach and University of California, Santa Barbara. Other things to see and do in the area are UC SB Events Center and Sandpiper Golf Club.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Goleta?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Goleta more easily: If you're looking to fly to Goleta, the closest major airport is in Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from the city centre. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Goleta Station or UC Santa Barbara Station.

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