Isla Vista Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$180 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,390 reviews)
"Very clean and safe, but dislike the very limited parking area"

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Inn
4 out of 5
901 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$612 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
NZ$612
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Well maintained oceanside property a bit of a walk from downtown but worth it for the quiet easy access everywhere including freeway"

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Santa Barbara Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$459 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Very charming. Great location. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
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Tide Pool Villas
Tide Pool Villas
4.5 out of 5
26 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
6/10 (53 reviews)
"Really loved the space available inside of our room. Incredibly spacious in our king studio with a full kitchen and full sized fridge. My wife and I loved being able to take a walk to Chad’s for brunch and later on a walk just across the street to walk to the beach and pier. The staff was very communicative ..."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Tide Pool Villas
Casa Jardin
Casa Jardin
2.5 out of 5
1018 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Easy check in and check out. Very clean and close to so many things. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 23 Feb. 2025

Casa Jardin
CUTE DOWNTOWN HOME 2 BLOCKS FROM STATE ST​ & 6 BLOCKS FROM THE MAIN BEACH
CUTE DOWNTOWN HOME 2 BLOCKS FROM STATE ST​ & 6 BLOCKS FROM THE MAIN BEACH
Santa Barbara
Stay at this vacation home in Santa Barbara. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Bowl ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
Great place just off State St.
"Myself and two roommates from UCSB 20yrs ago were having amemorial trip for a 4th roommate who passed away recently. We were just looking for something downtown close to everything where each of the 3 of us could have our own bed. This property fit the bill perfectly. Each of us had our own room ..."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

CUTE DOWNTOWN HOME 2 BLOCKS FROM STATE ST​ & 6 BLOCKS FROM THE MAIN BEACH
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Popular places to visit

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of California, Santa Barbara

5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the student 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 cycling trails.

University of California, Santa Barbara
El Capitan State Beach

El Capitan State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

El Capitan State Beach
Refugio State Beach

Refugio State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Refugio State Beach
Gaviota Beach

Gaviota Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota?

Gaviota Beach
Nojoqui Falls Park

Nojoqui Falls Park

Explore the great outdoors at Nojoqui Falls Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Nojoqui Falls Park
Gaviota State Park

Gaviota State Park

You can take time to visit Gaviota State Park during your travels to Goleta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Gaviota State Park

Activities

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

NZ$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

NZ$123
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
You take 14 oz. of Dark or Milk Chocolate and add your choose of inclusions.

Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour

NZ$116
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour
Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour

Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour

NZ$266
per adult
Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour
Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara

Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara

NZ$266
per adult
Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

NZ$348
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
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Cities near Isla Vista

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara