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

A restaurant with multiple seating areas, including round tables and booths, with hanging pendant lights and a large window overlooking the outdoor area.

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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town, 1.4 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Mario

NT$9,029

NT$10,324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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

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

A hotel entrance with a wooden ceiling, a central seating area, and potted plants.

A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, hanging plants, and a rustic brick wall.

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

Fairview, 2.9 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Erik

NT$6,357

NT$7,285 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Best Western Plus South Coast" and a covered parking area.

An outdoor patio area with tiled flooring, multiple tables and chairs, and umbrellas providing shade.

A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

JEANETTE

NT$5,918

NT$6,758 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

A modern building with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a palm tree.

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a flag, and a sign indicating a pet-friendly policy.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, dumbbells, and a bench.

4. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town, 3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Kenneth

NT$6,813

NT$7,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A vending machine with various beverage options and a refrigerated display case with snacks.

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

A hotel entrance with a glass door, a welcome sign, and a number 6 sign.

5. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 2.3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

BARTHOLOMEW A

NT$3,177

NT$3,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

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.

6. Marina Beach Hotel

15.1 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Lori

NT$6,274

NT$7,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A wooden porch with steps leading to a door marked 'Tack Room,' a bench, and potted plants.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a chandelier, a window with shutters, and a decorative wheel.

A bedroom with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a view through a door.

7. Simpson House Inn

13.4 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Victor

NT$11,599

NT$15,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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 corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

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

8. La Playa Inn

15 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Nick

NT$6,999

NT$7,979 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

9. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

14.3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Maria

NT$3,792

NT$6,677 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

10. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

14.5 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Jhoana

NT$5,012

NT$8,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

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

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

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

12.7 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Rich

NT$4,530

NT$7,520 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

12. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

14.6 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Matthew

NT$5,452

NT$8,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A staircase leading to a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

13. Casa Yano by The Beach

15 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Jacob

NT$6,406

NT$10,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wicker chair, and a dining area.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden dresser, a sliding door, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a surfer.

A narrow pathway leading to a staircase with a fire extinguisher on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large island with bar stools.

14. Beach House Inn

14.8 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Tim

NT$5,289

NT$6,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

A hallway with a checkered curtain, a framed artwork, a bench, a potted plant, and a wooden cabinet with handles.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

15. Palihouse Santa Barbara

14.4 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Maria

NT$12,716

NT$14,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

16. Santa Barbara Inn

16.8 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

melanie

NT$9,188

NT$10,495 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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

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

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

A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

17. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

13.1 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Raymond

NT$8,711

NT$9,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A cozy living room with a bookshelf, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a red sofa.

A house with a porch, a sign for '1720 the Bath Street Inn Bed & Breakfast', and a flag.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

18. Bath Street Inn

12.8 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Joanne

NT$7,137

NT$8,299 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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.

19. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

15.1 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Amanda

NT$7,269

NT$8,287 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

20. The Franciscan Hotel

15 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Bob

NT$5,468

NT$6,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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Compare popular hotels close to South Coast Railroad Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta	9.2 Wonderful 578 reviews	View
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.8 Excellent 1,105 reviews	View
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,010 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara	7.6 Good 1,191 reviews	View

Top South Coast Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

8/10 Good

"Grounds were well manicured!"

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean, staff was there promptly every morning to renew towels and toiletries. Very friendly staff and welcoming. The bar was great, open 24/7!!! The WiFi was fast and very easy to access. Overall great experience!"

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"$75 resort fee is crazy? For what? Add it to the room rate instead of saying it’s for WiFi and whatever else it’s suppose to be for. This is the biggest scam in the hotel industry and they know it."

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing, friendly staff and clean room. Breakfast was amazing, and extended slightly by a few minutes on a Monday morning just for the late people getting up. Would recommend and stay again."

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

8/10 Good

"Reasonably clean and well-maintained hotel"

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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Rancho La Patera and Stow House

6.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rancho La Patera and Stow House in Goleta. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Glen Annie Golf Club

8.0/10 (20 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Goleta at Glen Annie Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens

6.8/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens during your stay in Goleta. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Camino Real Marketplace

You can do some window-shopping at Camino Real Marketplace during your stay in Goleta.

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Ellings Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Ellings Performing Arts Center during your stay in Goleta.

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Lost Valley Trail

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Lost Valley Trail and popular activities like biking in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Coast Railroad Museum?

South Coast Railroad Museum is located in a welcoming area of Goleta known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near South Coast Railroad Museum?

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 just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from South Coast Railroad Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to South Coast Railroad Museum?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Coast Railroad Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Coast Railroad Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near South Coast Railroad Museum.

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What can I see and do near South Coast Railroad Museum?

Enjoy the outdoors at Goleta Point, Goleta Butterfly Grove, or Santa Barbara Orchid Estate. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Goleta Beach, Isla Vista Beach, and Campus Beach. Bring the family to Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens, Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond, and Ellings Performing Arts Center while you're checking out the area near South Coast Railroad Museum.

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Our top choices for South Coast Railroad Museum hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

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

3. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

4. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

5. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

6. Marina Beach Hotel

7. Simpson House Inn

8. La Playa Inn

9. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

10. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

12. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

13. Casa Yano by The Beach

14. Beach House Inn

15. Palihouse Santa Barbara

16. Santa Barbara Inn

17. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

18. Bath Street Inn

19. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

20. The Franciscan Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to South Coast Railroad Museum

Top South Coast Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Other attractions near South Coast Railroad Museum

University of California, Santa Barbara

Rancho La Patera and Stow House

Glen Annie Golf Club

Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens

Camino Real Marketplace

Ellings Performing Arts Center

Lost Valley Trail

UC SB Events Center

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