Gaviota Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A railway track running alongside a beach with mountains in the background.
A beach with a sunset, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
A rocky coastline with a sandy beach, waves, and a pier extending into the ocean.
A person standing in a large rock formation with layered sedimentary rock.
A sunset over a coastal landscape with railway tracks leading towards the sea.

Stay near popular Gaviota attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Gaviota Hotel Deals

Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

4 out of 5
3400 East Highway 246 Santa Ynez CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$190 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$190
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Santa Ynez. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,223 reviews)
"Everything looked nice and clean; we loved it. It's only hard if you have young children who can't be by themselves because it's a casino. At the time we stayed, the pool was closed, so we don't know what it's like."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Chumash Casino Resort
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

3 out of 5
1564 Copenhagen Dr Solvang CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$240
22 July - 23 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,454 reviews)
"Nice room - large, pretty and well appointed; quiet but also handy to elevator, parking and front desk."

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Wine Valley Inn
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is AU$1,430 per night from 7 July to 8 July
AU$1,430
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Goleta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The service was excellent"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn

3 out of 5
114 E Highway 246 Buellton CA
The price is AU$178 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$178
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buellton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,650 reviews)
"Nice location excellent facility"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Sideways Inn
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

3.5 out of 5
1455 Mission Dr Solvang CA
The price is AU$199 per night from 8 July to 9 July
AU$199
8 July - 9 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,292 reviews)
"Clean and convenient"

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

2.5 out of 5
1617 Copenhagen Drive Solvang CA
The price is AU$216 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$216
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Solvang. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
King Frederik Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Gaviota

Find the best Gaviota areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Old Town

When in Old Town, you can plan a visit to UC SB Events Center and Goleta Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ellwood

If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Winchester

While there might not be top attractions in Winchester, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club.



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