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Top Goleta hotels

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3 out of 5
6878 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$220 nightly
The price is $247 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$247 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
"Mizza the Italian cuisine was our favorites place."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA
$657 nightly
The price is $737 total per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
$737 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury hotel features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free ...
"The service was superb!"

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$135 nightly
The price is $156 total per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
$156 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
"Beautiful property - love the courtyard! However, I specifically asked for a courtyard room, and I expected a nice view of the courtyard; all we had was a view of the other visitors & staff coming in and out of the lobby. It was a courtyard room, but not a great courtyard room! As far as cleanliness ..."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$173 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$198 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 6 conference rooms, along with free WiFi in ...
"Just the perfect, fun, easy location to visit a kid in grad school at UCSB. The music in the bar on Saturday was wonderful ... to sit by the fireplace and pool outside, look at the stars and enjoy the night with music was wonderful. It is a remodeled motel but done very well. Great location. Slept ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$170 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$194 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Enjoy the hot tub ...
"People smoking pot on balcony"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2.5 out of 5
5665 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$203 nightly
The price is $227 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$227 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will appreciate ...
"Room nice and clean and cool. Front office staff super nice. Thank you we will be back!!"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$156 nightly
The price is $179 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$179 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel's 2 outdoor pools and gym are among the featured amenities. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Free self parking, ...
"Staff was great! Breakfast wonderful! Smenities were awesome!"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$281 nightly
The price is $321 total per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
$321 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, express ...
"Amazing for relaxing"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2 out of 5
5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$112 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$127 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A terrace and a snack bar/deli are also ...
"AC in room worked, but buttons were missing or worn-out. Took multiple attempts to turn on/off or set temp. Ambient noise, including traffic very noticeable."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
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Cheap Goleta hotels

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

5620 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
$170 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$194 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Goleta Hotel & Travel Guide

Are you arranging a trip to Santa Barbara and after some comfortable places to relax and unwind in Goleta? There are a range of options which can be booked through Travelocity's reservations page. With 3 hotels and apartments on Travelocity within a 6-mile (10-kilometer) sweep of the CBD district and surrounds of Goleta, it will be easy finding somewhere that works for you.

There are a handful of places to stay within an easy walking distance of the downtown area of Goleta. The Bacara Resort & Spa is a great choice because it's a mere 2 miles (3 kilometers) away.

The Kimpton Goodland is nicely positioned 6 miles (9 kilometers) from the middle of Goleta and is good for visitors looking to stretch their budget. The Best Western Plus South Coast Inn is another no-frills place to stay in Goleta.

The Belmond El Encanto is located 12 miles (20 kilometers) away from downtown Goleta. Another place to stay is the Bacara Resort & Spa, which is located about 0.9 miles (1.5 kilometers) away. The Fess Parker Wine Country Inn and also the Kimpton Canary Hotel are two more Travelocity-listed accommodation options in Goleta.

Once you and your traveling partner have spent time in Goleta, how about you tour a little further afield? The Central California district has countless things to check out. Get around Central California's lighthouses. Outdoorsy types should take the time to enjoy the region's valleys. In this section of United States of America adventurous travelers may also take up the chance to partake in snowboarding.

20 miles (32 kilometers) to the northwest of Goleta, you will reach Buellton, which is where you can spend a few hours exploring Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards and Mosby Winery. Travelocity-listed Buellton lodgings include the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott and Quality Inn Buellton. For another option, stay in Santa Ynez Valley, 17 miles (28 kilometers) northwest of Goleta, where you can pick from the Mirabelle Inn and Restaurant and The Landsby. The Lincourt Vineyards and Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana are some more frequented places to experience while in Santa Ynez Valley.

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is a closeby arrival point for air travel, and is found 5 miles (8 kilometers) from the heart of Goleta. Travelocity-listed accommodation nearby include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Pacifica Suites.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top kid-friendly hotels in Goleta?
Take some of the trials out of traveling with little ones by booking a family-friendly hotel in Goleta. From useful amenities to extra services, these properties come with perks that'll make your trip plain sailing: Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta will help make your vacation the most memorable one yet. It comes with a host of conveniences geared toward families, such as complimentary breakfast and a swimming pool. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara is another top pick. After a fun day of exploring Goleta, come back home to your comfy room and amenities like a swimming pool and a nearby beach.
Where can I find cheap hotels in Goleta?
At Travelocity you'll find really nice hotels in Goleta at great prices. We source incredible prices with our trusted partners, so you have a tempting selection of cheap hotels to choose from. If you can be flexible on dates and location, consider staying at a hotel near Goleta rather than in Goleta. We may find you even better rates, too.
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How much does it cost to stay in a hotel in Goleta?
The cheapest hotel in Goleta is $127. This price was available within the past 7 days, for stays with a check-in date within the next year. Of course, the price you pay depends on your dates of travel, the length of your stay, and the hotel's location. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How many hotels are in Goleta?
There are 1,863 hotels in Goleta on Travelocity.
What are the best hotels in Goleta?
Goleta has so many great hotels to choose from at Travelocity — and it's so easy to find the perfect one. Just choose one of our popular pre-selected hotels with great reviews, or you can refine your search to build your ideal stay. Simply filter hotels based on price or star rating, or select properties with a pool, a hot tub, or a range of other amenities and pick the best place to stay in Goleta for you!
When is the best time to visit Goleta?
If you want the joy of a fun-filled trip in peak season, visit Goleta during March, April and November. If you'd prefer the peace of off-season, book a stay during quieter months, such as August, October and December.
When is the cheapest time to stay in Goleta?
Based on historic data is usually the cheapest month to visit Goleta. However, we have incredible deals all year round, so we're confident you'll find a room in your budget whenever you choose to travel.
Are there any great family-friendly hotels in Goleta?
There are multiple hotels in Goleta that will please the whole family. Do you need adjoining rooms, babysitting services or a swimming pool? We've got you covered. Use our family filter to narrow your search down and use guest reviews to help you pick the perfect place for your next family trip to Goleta. We have plenty of kid-friendly hotels in Goleta to choose from on Travelocity!
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Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

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