Isla Vista Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$283 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$283
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"The rooms, bathrooms & breakfast area are nice & remodeled. The continental breakfast was tasty. The lobby & exterior paint would need some work"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$430 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$430
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"This hotel just finished renovation when I was there for my stay. I loved the new look. My room was also newly renovated. I was last here 2 years ago so the change was very welcome...not as creepy and old as before. But I didn't mind it then. There's a black and white photo of 2 little girls on the ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$385 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$385
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Very nice and clean breakfast is amazing"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 out of 5
1018 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (187 reviews)
"Great experience"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Casa Jardin
Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas

4.5 out of 5
26 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
6/10 (71 reviews)
Quick trip
"Check in process is very slow and our room was not ready Beautiful property and great location"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Tide Pool Villas
Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes

2 out of 5
118 Los Aguajes Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and ...
Perfect place to stay near beach .
"A beautiful place very clean, communication with host was excellent. If you are planning to stay here just a word of advise there is no AC and second the train is very loud expect to be awake by all the way to 10:45."

Reviewed on 1 Sep. 2024

Los Aguajes
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Popular places to visit

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of California, Santa Barbara

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.

University of California, Santa Barbara
El Capitan State Beach

El Capitan State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

El Capitan State Beach
Refugio State Beach

Refugio State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Refugio State Beach
Nojoqui Falls Park

Nojoqui Falls Park

Explore the great outdoors at Nojoqui Falls Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Nojoqui Falls Park
Gaviota Beach

Gaviota Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota?

Gaviota Beach
Gaviota State Park

Gaviota State Park

You can take time to visit Gaviota State Park during your travels to Goleta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Gaviota State Park

Activities

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

AU$89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Kayaking with Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours)

AU$186
per adult
Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours)
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

AU$303
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
You take 14 oz. of Dark or Milk Chocolate and add your choose of inclusions.

Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour

AU$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour
Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour

Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour

AU$228
per adult
Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour
Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara

Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara

AU$228
per adult
Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara
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