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Our top choices for Goleta beach hotels

1. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
AED 367
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
AED 631
AED 733 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sep - 3 Sep
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
  • Soak up the coastal charm at this tranquil retreat, just a 1-minute drive from sandy shores with refreshing pool and hot tub.
AED 731
AED 834 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

4. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
  • Take a seaside retreat near Lookout County Park, just a 12-minute walk from sun, sand, and surf adventure.
AED 622
AED 711 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
  • Soak up California sunshine at this beachside getaway with free shuttle to surf and sand.
AED 720
AED 825 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
North State
AED 530
AED 604 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Sandpiper Lodge

7. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
AED 871
AED 995 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

8. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
AED 907
AED 1,036 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

9. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
AED 1,043
AED 1,193 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

10. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
  • Soak up the sun on a private sandy beach with free towels, then try parasailing or windsurfing just steps away.
AED 2,026
AED 2,634 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Beach hotels with pools in Goleta

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
AED 720
AED 825 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
AED 731
AED 834 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Fairview
AED 367
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
AED 622
AED 711 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
AED 871
AED 995 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
AED 1,043
AED 1,193 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
AED 907
AED 1,036 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
AED 2,026
AED 2,634 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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

Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!
Fairview
AED 2,200
AED 3,496 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Santa Barbara Large 4BR 2BA,Pool,HotTub, Beaches, Sleep 11+,Dogs OK, Best Value!
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Goleta

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Fairview
AED 731
AED 834 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
AED 720
AED 825 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Old Town
AED 622
AED 711 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Old Town
AED 871
AED 995 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Ellwood
AED 907
AED 1,036 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Old Town
AED 1,043
AED 1,193 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Ellwood
AED 2,026
AED 2,634 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Top Goleta Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"clean space, easy parking"
Thanakorn 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Perfectly centralized location near Theaterfest and restaurants. Two blocks to downtown. Modest but so clean. A bargain for the money. Also very comfortable beds."
Susan 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
King Frederik Inn
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

8/10 Good
"Rooms were clean and beds were very comfortable. Walking distance to all of Solvang."
Malinda 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Frequently asked questions

What is Goleta like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and university life, Goleta offers a lot for the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Goleta?
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a top beachfront resort offering 3 outdoor pools and 5 restaurants, located within a short 13-minute walk of Haskell's Beach.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Goleta?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures in Goleta: The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 56°F. Average annual precipitation for Goleta is 15 inches.
What is there to see and do around Goleta?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Goleta has to offer. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Isla Vista Beach or El Capitan State Beach. Experience the area's university life and shopping, and make time for local attractions like Goleta Beach and University of California, Santa Barbara. Other things to see and do in the area are UC SB Events Center and Sandpiper Golf Club.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Goleta?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Goleta more easily: If you're looking to fly to Goleta, the closest major airport is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from the city center. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Goleta Station or UC Santa Barbara Station.