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.

Old Town hotels, Goleta, United States of America: Goleta Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

A beach with a pier extending into the water, a path leading to a bench, and a palm tree in the foreground.

1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

W Scott

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door.

4. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town

BARTHOLOMEW A

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

5. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 2.5 km from Old Town

JEANETTE

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

Fairview, 2.4 km from Old Town

Erik

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

7. Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

Greg

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.

8. Oasis Inn & Suites

10 km from Old Town

Dipesh

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

9. Solei House

9.8 km from Old Town

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

10. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

9.7 km from Old Town

chris

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

11. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

7.8 km from Old Town

robert

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

12. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

30.9 km from Old Town

Jose

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a shower area.

13. Town and Country Inn

11 km from Old Town

Megan

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

14. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

16 km from Old Town

Tammy

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

15. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Wayne

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

16. Lemon Tree Inn

10.9 km from Old Town

Julie

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a red roof.

17. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

28.9 km from Old Town

Jeremy

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A large, modern interior space with geometric ceiling design and large letters spelling "agov" on the wall.

18. Agave Inn

10.3 km from Old Town

Christine

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven.

19. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

16 km from Old Town

Reiko

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

20. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

5 km from Old Town

Holly

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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 Isla Vista Beach or UC SB Events Center.

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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 Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"like the location across from the Del Hotel..easy to cross street to take advantage of the Del and its restaurants.. the Glorietta Inn is a basic hotel..decent breakfast..nice view across from the bay and sailboats..the pool could use more umbrellas specially since it was so hot... the housekeeping is only every other day .. what is great is the fact that you are on Orange road and its many shops and restaurants. so great location.."