Old Town, CA
Goleta
Popular places to visit
University of California, Santa Barbara
Enjoy the collegiate 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 biking 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.
Gaviota Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Goleta?
El Capitan State Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Sandpiper Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Refugio State Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Old Town Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
"Check-in/Housekeeping staff could've been more helpful but otherwise, it was fine."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
"Friendly staff, good breakfast and great amenities"
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
"Appreciated the grab bar in the tub/shower but found the tub surface scarily slippery and wished for a textured surface or mat in the tub. And the motion sensor light in the bathroom wasn't so great in the middle of the night! A night light would have been better! Otherwise found the room comfortable, ..."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
"We would stay here again anytime we come to Santa Barbara. The staff was very nice and extremely accommodating. They gave us a small bottle of champagne and a really nice letter for my wife’s birthday and our anniversary."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Good location, good quick free breakfast spacious room. Only bad thing the pillows and bed really sucked. Both beds made a squeaky noise and i’m not sure if u can call those pillows."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"There was a cockroach in our bathroom."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Old Town
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.
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.
Winchester
While Winchester isn't home to many top sights, Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ellwood
While visiting Ellwood, you might make a stop by sights like Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove.
Gaviota
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.
