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Our top choices for Isla Vista Beach hotels

1. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood, 2.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Sarajean
S$360
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

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
Daniel
S$442
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
6.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Patrice
S$294
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

4. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town, 3.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Shana
S$348
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

5. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview, 4.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
JEANETTE
S$271
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

6. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
14 km from Isla Vista Beach
Canada
Julia
S$233
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

7. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
14.2 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Abby
S$321
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Harbor House Inn

8. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
10.6 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
natalie
S$159
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge

9. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
13.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Karri
S$337
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
12.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Caroline
S$317
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

11. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Rachita
S$334
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Mason Beach Inn

12. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Amy
S$313
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel

13. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Omead
S$202
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Inn at East Beach

14. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
14.2 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Amanda
S$345
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

15. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
11.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Aiping
S$259
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

16. Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
18.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Camilla
S$246
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

17. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
10.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Corrie
S$166
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Oasis Inn & Suites

18. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Bob
S$258
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Franciscan Hotel

19. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Mark
S$210
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

20. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
13.8 km from Isla Vista Beach
United States
Colleen
S$287
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
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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
Property amenity
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
9.0
Wonderful
936 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
9.2
Wonderful
572 reviews
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Exterior
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
8.8
Excellent
1,421 reviews
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Bar (on property)
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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Outdoor pool
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
8.6
Excellent
1,010 reviews
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Top Isla Vista Beach Hotel Reviews

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"So sweet"
Laura 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"My family enjoyed our stay at the inn. The restaurant is excellent. The inn is centrally located so that nothing is more than 10 minutes drive including the beach."
Frank 5-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Good hotel would go again . Kids loved the outside area"
Dina 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"The room was clean. There were no stains on the linens (I checked). The shower was hot. Groceries, pharmacies, and restaurants are within walking distance. Let's be real about this, folks. It's a Motel 6. Clean and comfortable is all they are promising. And this place delivers."
Frank 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
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Michael 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room. Parking was easy. Only thing was the breakfast not a fan really. Looked rushed. Staff was good"
Steven 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay but overpriced. However everything is overpriced these days."
Carol 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

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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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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 113 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 113 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 Coal Oil Point Reserve 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.