The Best Hotels Closest to Isla Vista Beach in Goleta for 2026

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

A building with a central archway, potted plants, and a tiled roof.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a sink, and hanging pendant lights.

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town, 3 km from Isla Vista Beach

Daniel

NT$9,629

NT$11,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large chandelier.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with bar stools.

A spacious living room with a large dark wood dining table, comfortable seating, a television, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 2.9 km from Isla Vista Beach

Sarajean

NT$7,850

NT$8,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a toaster.

3. Sandpiper Lodge

10.6 km from Isla Vista Beach

Greg

NT$3,572

NT$4,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large window.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a body of water.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, bar seating, and a chalkboard menu.

4. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town, 3.3 km from Isla Vista Beach

W Scott

NT$7,595

NT$8,674 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, desk, chair, TV, and a wardrobe.

A compact kitchen with dark cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and patterned floor tiles.

5. Oasis Inn & Suites

10.9 km from Isla Vista Beach

Dipesh

NT$3,772

NT$4,300 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

6. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach

Tammy

NT$4,322

NT$4,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a spiral staircase, and a kitchen area with stainless steel appliances.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A balcony with potted plants, a hanging lantern, and a view of mountains.

7. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

12.4 km from Isla Vista Beach

Rich

NT$4,786

NT$7,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A parking lot with white buildings and trees in the background.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

8. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

13.8 km from Isla Vista Beach

Maria

NT$4,181

NT$7,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

A spacious living area with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase.

A bar area with wooden beams, bar stools, and a bar counter.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

11.9 km from Isla Vista Beach

Aiping

NT$5,646

NT$6,447 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

12.7 km from Isla Vista Beach

Raymond

NT$6,912

NT$7,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

A building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.

11. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

14 km from Isla Vista Beach

Joseph

NT$5,406

NT$6,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

12. Marina Beach Hotel

14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach

hampton

NT$6,240

NT$7,114 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A wooden cabinet with a mirror, a trash bin, and a potted plant in a hallway with patterned flooring and a door in the background.

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

13. La Playa Inn

14 km from Isla Vista Beach

Arlen

NT$7,536

NT$8,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with red umbrellas.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

A lush garden with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a small bridge.

14. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

6.9 km from Isla Vista Beach

Wayne

NT$6,294

NT$7,314 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

14.2 km from Isla Vista Beach

Amanda

NT$7,024

NT$8,007 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

A reception desk with a VAGABOND INN sign, a clock, and framed pictures on the wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a towel rack with towels.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a fenced pool, and a building with a balcony in the background.

16. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

10.7 km from Isla Vista Beach

chris

NT$3,141

NT$3,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A dining area with a table set for two, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

A lush garden with palm trees and ferns, a paved path, and a building in the background.

A chef cooking with a large flame in a kitchen.

17. Lemon Tree Inn

11.7 km from Isla Vista Beach

GREG

NT$4,068

NT$4,645 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street and palm trees outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee station, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a television on a dresser.

18. The Inn at East Beach

16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach

Gustavo

NT$4,427

NT$5,046 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bench, a chair, a table, and a window with a view of greenery.

A bathroom with a wooden shelf holding a hat and a handbag, a floral dress, and a pair of sandals.

A compact kitchen area with a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee maker.

19. Solei House

10.7 km from Isla Vista Beach

Ashley

NT$4,259

NT$5,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

A living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned armchair.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

20. Mason Beach Inn

14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach

Rachita

NT$6,888

NT$8,057 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Isla Vista Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta	9.2 Wonderful 576 reviews	View
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 936 reviews	View
Sandpiper Lodge	8.6 Excellent 2,704 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Oasis Inn & Suites	8.6 Excellent 1,012 reviews	View

Top Isla Vista Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"It was perfect for the price"

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and parking was good"

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Parking is highly constrained; when I came in very late only to find no available parking spaces, I had to go to the office for assistance (the attendant was behind the desk very quickly after I entered the office) in order to be directed to spaces available at the bowling alley next door. The motel is very conveniently located near grocery stores, drug stores, various restaurants, and other retail establishments. The TV channel selections was modest and the channel selection process was awkward. A single channel guide with scrolling through 48 channels or so, no premium channel availability."

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"The entire staff were professional, cheerful and glad to be of service."

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and a good location"

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

8/10 Good

"Reasonably clean and well-maintained hotel"

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

10/10 Excellent

"Can’t wait to go back! Jake and Rosa and Diego and Tommy all wonderful!!!"

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and location"

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay but overpriced. However everything is overpriced these days."

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University of California, Santa Barbara

9.0/10 (1,433 reviews)

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.

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A beach with a wooden bench, a tree, and a pier in the background.

Goleta Beach

9.0/10 (853 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Goleta Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Ucsb Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Ucsb Labyrinth during your stay in Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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Goleta Point

9.0/10 (52 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Point and enjoy the biking trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Campus Beach

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Campus Beach during your trip to Goleta? Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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UC SB Events Center

8.8/10 (33 reviews)

Catch an event at UC SB Events Center during your trip to Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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Devereux Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Devereux Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's live music.

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Coal Oil Point Reserve

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Coal Oil Point Reserve and enjoy the biking trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Isla Vista Beach?

Isla Vista Beach is located in Goleta. You'll find 112 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Isla Vista Beach?

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (3 km) from Isla Vista Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Isla Vista Beach?

Expedia has 112 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Isla Vista Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Isla Vista Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Isla Vista Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Isla Vista Beach?

For more details about updating your stay near Isla Vista Beach or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Isla Vista Beach?

You can wander around Goleta Point, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate, or Goleta Butterfly Grove if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Goleta Beach, Campus Beach, and Sands Beach. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Ucsb Labyrinth, Devereaux Slough, and South Coast Railroad Museum.

How can I get to Isla Vista Beach?

To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at UC Santa Barbara Station. There might not be many public transit choices near Isla Vista Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Isla Vista Beach hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3. Sandpiper Lodge

4. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

5. Oasis Inn & Suites

6. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

7. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

8. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

11. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

12. Marina Beach Hotel

13. La Playa Inn

14. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

16. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

17. Lemon Tree Inn

18. The Inn at East Beach

19. Solei House

20. Mason Beach Inn

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Top Isla Vista Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Other attractions near Isla Vista Beach

University of California, Santa Barbara

Goleta Beach

Ucsb Labyrinth

Goleta Point

Campus Beach

UC SB Events Center

Devereux Beach

Coal Oil Point Reserve

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