Goleta Holidays

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Your Goleta Holiday

Say farewell to planning hassles and hello to a Goleta holiday package. With everything organised before you leave, you can focus on discovering every inch of this city, starting with Waterfront, which is great for watersports, coastal beaches and cycling. Ready to explore? University of California, Santa Barbara, Upper State Street and Goleta Beach are three of the best places to visit during a trip to Goleta. Whoever you're taking a break with and whatever you want to spend, your ultimate Goleta holiday is just clicks away with Expedia.

Goleta Holiday

Goleta Beach Holiday

There's nothing more enjoyable than a Goleta holiday. Whether you're indulging in fancy cocktails at a local bar or reading your favourite magazine along the water's edge, your trip to Goleta is an ideal time to live out your beachy fantasies. Many travellers choose to stay near El Capitan State Beach, situated just 18 kilometres from downtown. However, you'll also discover an excellent range of Goleta holiday deals close to Refugio State Beach and Gaviota Beach, two other well-liked nearby options.

Things You Should Know About Goleta

  • Fall asleep to the gentle sound of the surf in one of our Goleta beach hotels. Nothing beats staying within a stroll of the water.
  • Whatever your budget or tastes, you'll find a nice place to stay for your holiday in Goleta. Why not take a look at some private holiday homes, like Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Barbara/Goleta? They're a hit with travellers of all sorts.
  • Goleta is home to about 30,900 people and has lots to keep the whole gang busy. Want to start planning some fun activities? Check out our Goleta things to do page.
  • Don't head home without visiting El Capitan State Beach, El Capitan State Beach and El Capitan State Beach. With all the money you save through our Goleta holiday deals, you can see more great attractions like these.

Goleta Essential Information

Language
English
Currency
U.S dollars
Closest Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Population
30,900
Max Temp Winter
18ºC
Max Temp Summer
27ºC
Top Sights
Santa Barbara Zoo, Butterfly Beach and Goleta Beach

Our pick of the best Goleta Hotel Deals

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$865 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$865
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"It was beautiful"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$321 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$321
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room. Great staff. Breakfast was nice"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$329 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$329
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (905 reviews)
"I stayed at The Leta for a solo birthday trip. The hotel has a mid century modern design with an old school station wagon parked out front. When I arrived, the check-in line was literally out the door (I came during a time when one of the towns annual events was being held). Despite that, the check-in ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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.

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