Gaviota Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Gaviota
Stay near popular Gaviota attractions
Activities

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Our pick of the best Gaviota Hotel Deals

Chumash Casino Resort
"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

Wine Valley Inn
"Nice room - large, pretty and well appointed; quiet but also handy to elevator, parking and front desk."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
"The service was excellent"
Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Sideways Inn
"Nice location excellent facility"
Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"Clean and convenient"
Reviewed on 30 June 2026

King Frederik Inn
Our guide on where to stay in Gaviota

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.



