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.

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1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

3. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

Shana

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 2.5 km from Old Town

JEANETTE

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

5. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town

Praveen

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

Fairview, 2.4 km from Old Town

Erik

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

2.7 km from Old Town

Edgar

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

8. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Patrice

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

9. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

8.8 km from Old Town

Jeanette

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

10. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

7.8 km from Old Town

Robert

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

11. Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

natalie

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

12. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 2.5 km from Old Town

Sarajean

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

13. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

9.7 km from Old Town

Channah

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

14. Agave Inn

10.3 km from Old Town

Christine

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

15. Casa Iglesia

11.9 km from Old Town

Rich

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

16. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

5 km from Old Town

Holly

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

17. Beach House Inn

13.9 km from Old Town

Tim

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

18. Sunset Motel

9.8 km from Old Town

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

19. Oasis Inn & Suites

10 km from Old Town

Corrie

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

20. Lemon Tree Inn

10.9 km from Old Town

Jacquelyn

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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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 UC SB Events Center or Isla Vista Beach.

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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 Glen Annie Golf Club and Sandpiper Golf Club.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Chumash Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay"

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. From the moment we arrived, the service was excellent, and the staff was friendly and attentive. The amenities were great, and our room was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. Everything about our stay was amazing, and we truly felt welcomed and cared for. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Santa Barbara."

Beachside Inn

8/10 Good

"If proximity to the Santa Barbara, CA harbor and beach is your priority, the Beachside Inn is a great option. Even if you’re not such a harbor and beach person, this is a great place to lodge. The rooms our two parties stayed in were clean, comfortable and everything worked like A/C & heat, ceiling fan, mini fridge, lights, water pressure including hot water when needed. Our room (302) needed more light, but we had flashlights with us to see down into our luggage better at night. The free to guests daily breakfast buffet was tasty and well maintained throughout the buffet open hours each morning. Coffee and hot tea were available 24/7. Our rooms had a limited harbor view that we all loved. The swimming pool was clean and enjoyable and we liked the sundeck. The staff were all quite friendly and helpful. This is an older, but well maintained property and a very nice place to stay for easy walks to restaurants and to the peace and beauty of the Santa Barbara coast. Keep up the good work Beachside Inn!"

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1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

5. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

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

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

8. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

9. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

11. Sandpiper Lodge

12. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

13. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

14. Agave Inn

15. Casa Iglesia

16. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

17. Beach House Inn

18. Sunset Motel

19. Oasis Inn & Suites

20. Lemon Tree Inn

Where to stay in Old Town

Isla Vista

Gaviota

Ellwood

Fairview

Winchester

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Chumash Casino Resort

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