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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

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
2.5 star property
Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very accessible location from airport and other amenities. Enjoyed our stay."
United States
Kenneth
The price is P12,963
P14,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Terrace/patio

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooftop bar is great! Conveniently located hotel. Will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is P12,895
P14,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (583 reviews)
"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."
United States
Mario
The price is P16,314
P18,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
Fairview, 2.5 km from Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,020 reviews)
"Good place."
United States
Victor
The price is P11,827
P13,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
5.4 km from Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,488 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is P11,978
P13,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

6. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Ellwood, 2.5 km from Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (945 reviews)
"We had to leave on a very early flight, so we were happy to have a good, clean bed and nice place at the desk."
United States
Sarajean
The price is P15,679
P17,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Fairview, 2.4 km from Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,110 reviews)
"Clean comfortable stay"
United States
Abel
The price is P12,232
P14,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

8. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
7.8 km from Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,208 reviews)
"Good breakfast, nice place and not far from stuff"
United States
keivn
The price is P10,747
P12,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door.

9. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,193 reviews)
"Great only because next to airport"
United States
Isabel
The price is P6,284
P7,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
A cozy indoor seating area with a swing chair, a cushioned bench, and a coffee table.

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

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
2.7 km from Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (301 reviews)
"Great hotel and location"
United Kingdom
Cecil
The price is P14,790
P16,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Room

11. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real
2.5 star property
5 km from Old Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Amanda was wonderful at the front desk."
United States
Holly
The price is P11,155
P12,950 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real
A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,231 reviews)
"Parking is a lil tight but other than that the scenery is beautiful. I love the fire pit and the breakfast wasnt too shabby. I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Leana
The price is P10,728
P12,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

13. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
9.7 km from Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,811 reviews)
"Loved it here!"
United States
Monique
The price is P6,433
P7,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Sandpiper Lodge
A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

14. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
9.7 km from Old Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"It was ok for a short stay.."
United States
Irma
The price is P5,256
P6,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

15. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
10.9 km from Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,493 reviews)
"Good location and easy parking."
United States
David
The price is P7,617
P8,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Lemon Tree Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and artwork on the walls.

16. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
11.4 km from Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place at amazing place very clean with fantastic area to walk around the staff"
United States
DAVID
The price is P10,737
P12,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.

17. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
10 km from Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel is in very good condition; I recommend it 100%."
United States
Manuel
The price is P6,874
P7,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Oasis Inn & Suites
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

18. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Old Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,568 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is P19,230
P22,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Santa Barbara
A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

19. Solei House

Solei House
3.0 star property
9.8 km from Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay.."
United States
Huguette
The price is P8,379
P9,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Solei House
A hotel room with two beds, a red sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

20. Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
10.3 km from Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (847 reviews)
"Shower pressure was great, quiet hotel, friendly staff."
United States
Christine
The price is P8,251
P9,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Agave Inn
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Compare popular hotels in Old Town

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
583 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A beach with a pier extending into the water, a path leading to a bench, and a palm tree in the foreground.
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
2.5 star property
8.4
Very good
1,000 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
9 reviews
View
A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
87 reviews
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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks.

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.

A railway track running alongside a beach with mountains in the background.

Gaviota

If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Ellwood

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

A historic building with a bell tower, arches, and a fountain.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a vibrant sunset sky, dense urban area, and distant mountains.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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 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.