What's it like in Old Town?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Goleta's Old Town neighborhood. 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 traveler 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 neighborhood include Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta and Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta .

How many hotels will I find in the Old Town area?

Expedia has 8 Old Town hotels and other accommodations, 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 provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Old Town.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Old Town?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Old Town, click here .

What can I see and do in this Goleta neighborhood?

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, be sure to visit other sights like Lookout County Park or South Coast Railroad Museum.

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

Mei-Ying

NT$6,362 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Daniel

NT$11,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

3. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

Eldred

NT$9,388 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 2.5 km from Old Town

Carina

NT$7,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

5. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Julia

NT$7,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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

Fairview, 2.4 km from Old Town

Andrew

NT$8,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

7. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town

Pablo

NT$5,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

8. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

8.8 km from Old Town

Adriana

NT$7,188 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

2.7 km from Old Town

isabel

NT$9,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

10. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

7.8 km from Old Town

Kristine

NT$7,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

11. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 2.5 km from Old Town

thomas

NT$9,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

12. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

5 km from Old Town

Susan

NT$6,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

13. Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

Nancy

NT$5,394 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

14. Casa Iglesia

11.9 km from Old Town

Derrick

NT$9,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

15. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

11.4 km from Old Town

Gloria

NT$6,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

14.1 km from Old Town

Lorena

NT$11,502 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

17. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

9.7 km from Old Town

Phillip

NT$4,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

18. Marina Beach Hotel

14.1 km from Old Town

James

NT$10,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

19. La Playa Inn

14 km from Old Town

darryl a

NT$9,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

20. Agave Inn

10.3 km from Old Town

Katharine

NT$6,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 4 - Aug 5

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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas and neighborhoods 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 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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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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Ellwood

While visiting Ellwood, you might make a stop by sights like Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove.

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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.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Room and bathroom are dated and small but clean. Staff is professional, helpful and courteous. Nice pool area."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"This was such a wonderful place to stay. I had a great night sleep and a great breakfast. My room was perfect! The bed was so comfortable, and the kitchen was so big and had everything one would need for an extended stay. Everything was great! I wish I had another day there. I will be sure to stay here again on my next trip. It was a 10 out of 10."

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very friendly and went out of their way to be helpful. We also loved the buffet breakfast that was included in the price. Our only complaint would be the air conditioner in our room which either blew very cold air or hot air causing us to turn it off at bedtime. This appears to be caused by the thermostat which cannot be set to only cool or to heat but must be set to a desired temperature. Every time the A/C overshot that temperature and cooled too much, the heat would kick in to compensate. Our kids’ room did not have the same issue so this is likely isolated to our room."

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

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. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

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

7. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

8. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

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

10. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

11. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

12. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

13. Sandpiper Lodge

14. Casa Iglesia

15. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

16. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

17. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

18. Marina Beach Hotel

19. La Playa Inn

20. Agave Inn

Where to stay in Old Town

Isla Vista

Gaviota

Fairview

Ellwood

Winchester

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

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