Isla Vista Travel Guide
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Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$96
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Isla Vista Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$436 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$436
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,419 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and room in a great location with restaurants and shops around the hotel. A 10 minute walk to the pier, beach and marina. L Highly recommended."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$212 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$212
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,514 reviews)
"Clean and staff was available even our flight was extremely late"
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$345 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$345
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,225 reviews)
"The breakfast was fine. The front desk was great. The rooms were disappointing. It was very small and old. My main concern, there were NO drawers or hooks anywhere for our clothes. We had to live out of our suitcases all week. We had to put our suitcases on the bed after it was made. No desk. Almost ..."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$312 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$312
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,278 reviews)
"Great room. Clean. Staff was great."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$385 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$385
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,220 reviews)
"I have stayed at this hotel several times and don’t remember being placed where it was so noisy! First, my room was by the pool and we requested to be moved! Then we were placed overlooking the park (the busy intersection) of cars and trucks speeding by throughout the night! Next time I will contact ..."
Reviewed on 29 June 2026
Inn By The Harbor
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$442 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$442
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,877 reviews)
"The front desk person was so helpful and lovely! We got a nice room with a kitchen and fridge. Very very nice, would love to stay again."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
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 Isla Vista
Find the best Isla Vista areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Isla Vista
Learn more about Isla Vista
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.
Gaviota
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Isla Vista Travel Guide
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