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20 Sept - 21 Sept
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2 Oct - 4 Oct

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.
€185
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
€122
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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.
€208
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
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.
€210
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

5. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
€238
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

6. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
€246
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
€302
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 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.
€811
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

9. Coastal Home Near UCSB & Airport + Hot Tub, King Beds, Fast Wifi, Sleeps 6

Coastal Home Near UCSB & Airport + Hot Tub, King Beds, Fast Wifi, Sleeps 6
Winchester
€508
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Coastal Home Near UCSB & Airport + Hot Tub, King Beds, Fast Wifi, Sleeps 6

10. Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!
Fairview
  • Bask in endless coastal adventures at this Santa Barbara haven, just a short drive from pristine beaches and hiking trails.
€832
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!
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Beach hotels with pools in Goleta

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
€185
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
€210
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
€302
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
€208
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
€238
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
€122
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
€246
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
€811
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!
Fairview
€832
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Goleta

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
€185
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
€210
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
€302
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
€238
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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
€208
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
€246
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
€811
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Top Goleta Hotel Reviews

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 1 hour ago
Lemon Tree Inn
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Prime location across from beach and walking distance to downtown restaurants, bars and shops. Great value compared to many surrounding properties."
Richard 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Beachside 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 12 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 16 hours ago
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, friendly staffs, clean room, charming. We had a nice and safe stay, walking distance to many attractions. Wish could stay longer to enjoy Solvang."
Bin 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
King Frederik Inn
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Nice affordable clean location for our recent stay to attend a Santa Barbara wedding. The staff was always very helpful with onsite 24 hour access. We would definitely stay here again!"
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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

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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