10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Goleta Beach in Goleta from AU$166

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

A building with a central archway, potted plants, and a tiled roof.

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

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town, 2.2 km from Goleta Beach

Mario

AU$418

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and arched windows with decorative curtains.

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

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

Fairview, 2.8 km from Goleta Beach

Erik

AU$313

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

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

3. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 2.9 km from Goleta Beach

Victor

AU$316

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy indoor seating area with a swing chair, a cushioned bench, and a coffee table.

A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A cozy seating area with round tables and cushioned benches, large windows with blinds, and hanging pendant lights.

A patio area with outdoor furniture, a fire pit, and a view of a building with multiple balconies.

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

2.4 km from Goleta Beach

Cecil

AU$378

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

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.

5. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town, 2.1 km from Goleta Beach

Kenneth

AU$282

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a table with two chairs.

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

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

6. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 2.7 km from Goleta Beach

Isabel

AU$166

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

7. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

11.1 km from Goleta Beach

David

AU$358

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A patio area with outdoor seating, palm trees, and flower planters.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

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.

8. Marina Beach Hotel

12.4 km from Goleta Beach

Lori

AU$243

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

9. Harbor House Inn

12.5 km from Goleta Beach

James

AU$260

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

A green door with a window, a number '9' on the wall, and a keypad on the right.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with grey cabinets and a microwave.

A bedroom with a large bed, a glass door leading to a balcony, and a window with a view of buildings.

10. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

12 km from Goleta Beach

Maria

AU$276

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

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

A checkered floor, a sofa, two large planters, a table with chairs, and a doorway with an exit sign.

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

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

10.5 km from Goleta Beach

Mia

AU$314

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a vase of flowers.

12. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

12 km from Goleta Beach

Mikhail

AU$307

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

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

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

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

13. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

12.2 km from Goleta Beach

Melissa

AU$381

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A stone pathway leading to a large tree surrounded by lush greenery.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A wooden shed with a window, surrounded by plants and trees.

14. Simpson House Inn

11.2 km from Goleta Beach

Victor

AU$665

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

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

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

15. Casa Yano by The Beach

12.4 km from Goleta Beach

Jacob

AU$477

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

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

16. La Playa Inn

12.3 km from Goleta Beach

Nick

AU$321

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a TV.

17. Beach House Inn

12.2 km from Goleta Beach

Taylor

AU$342

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

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

18. Bath Street Inn

10.5 km from Goleta Beach

Joanne

AU$306

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

19. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

10.8 km from Goleta Beach

Cheryl

AU$445

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

20. Palihouse Santa Barbara

12.1 km from Goleta Beach

Maria

AU$633

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Goleta Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta	9.2 Wonderful 582 reviews	View
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.8 Excellent 1,110 reviews	View
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,025 reviews	View
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel	8.6 Excellent 296 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View

Top Goleta Beach Hotel Reviews

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the restaurant and outdoor patio! Fantastic and friendly wait staff. I hosted a surprise birthday party for my husband and the staff could not have been more helpful!"

Charming 3-bedroom house in wonderful Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Good spot for what our group needed for the weekend, nice backyard and location. Be advised - No AC. Uncomfortable beds and linens unfortunately (though that seems to be the norm for most short term rentals these days)."

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!

10/10 Excellent

"The house was spacious and clean and very very well kept! It was a nice e neighborhood and our family n loved the pool! We would definitely stay there again!"

Cozy & Private Room in Goleta

10/10 Excellent

"Very easy to get in. Clean and great service. Thank you!"

Luxury Beach Mediterranean Villa, Pool/Spa, 6 Bed / 6 Bath, Private Beach Access

10/10 Excellent

"Great house for a larger group with plenty of space to gather and also for people to have private time."

Spanish Farmhouse Retreat | Gardens + Fireplace

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, near airport, 15 minutes to downtown, Stearns Warf and other places of interest in Santa Barbara. Easy in and out access, house was very useful for long weekend visit to attend a family wedding in Santa Barbara. Very comfortable setting and well appointed decor. Kitchen (with some ants) Bedrooms and bathrooms very clean. Communications with property manager was good."

Coastal 6 bedroom home!

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent property. Excellent host."

Other attractions near Goleta Beach

A coastal landscape with a clear sky, a sandy beach, and a tall tree with green foliage.

Isla Vista Beach

9.4/10 (34 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Vista Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.

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A coastal cityscape with buildings, a beach, and a clear blue sky.

University of California, Santa Barbara

9.0/10 (1,433 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.

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Campus Beach

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Campus Beach during your trip to Goleta? Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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Goleta Point

9.0/10 (52 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Point and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Lost Valley Trail

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Lost Valley Trail and popular activities such as cycling in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Santa Barbara Orchid Estate

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Santa Barbara Orchid Estate and also enjoy the cycling trails in Santa Barbara. 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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Ucsb Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Ucsb Labyrinth during your stay in Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Goleta Beach?

Goleta Beach is located in Goleta. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and sporting events. You'll find 145 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Goleta Beach?

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Goleta Beach. Other good options within a few miles include The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel and Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta.

How many hotels will I find near Goleta Beach?

Expedia has 145 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Goleta Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Goleta Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Goleta Beach.

What can I see and do near Goleta Beach?

Local parks like Goleta Point, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate and Goleta Butterfly Grove are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Isla Vista Beach, Campus Beach and Devereux Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Ucsb Labyrinth, Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town.

Top Hotels Near Goleta Beach in Goleta from AU$166

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Our top choices for Goleta Beach 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. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

6. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

7. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

8. Marina Beach Hotel

9. Harbor House Inn

10. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

12. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

13. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

14. Simpson House Inn

15. Casa Yano by The Beach

16. La Playa Inn

17. Beach House Inn

18. Bath Street Inn

19. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

20. Palihouse Santa Barbara

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Top Goleta Beach Hotel Reviews

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Charming 3-bedroom house in wonderful Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!

Cozy & Private Room in Goleta

Luxury Beach Mediterranean Villa, Pool/Spa, 6 Bed / 6 Bath, Private Beach Access

Spanish Farmhouse Retreat | Gardens + Fireplace

Coastal 6 bedroom home!

Other attractions near Goleta Beach

Isla Vista Beach

University of California, Santa Barbara

Campus Beach

Goleta Point

Lost Valley Trail

Santa Barbara Orchid Estate

UC SB Events Center

Ucsb Labyrinth

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