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Our top choices for Isla Vista Beach hotels

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

1. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Ellwood, 2.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (946 reviews)
"We had to leave on a very early flight, so we were happy to have a good, clean bed and nice place at the desk."
United States
Sarajean
The price is AED 907
AED 1,036 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town, 3 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (585 reviews)
"Amazing, friendly staff and clean room. Breakfast was amazing, and extended slightly by a few minutes on a Monday morning just for the late people getting up. Would recommend and stay again."
United States
Mario
The price is AED 944
AED 1,080 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

3. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
10.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"It was ok for a short stay.."
United States
Irma
The price is AED 304
AED 376 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.

4. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"The hotel is in very good condition; I recommend it 100%."
United States
Manuel
The price is AED 382
AED 435 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Oasis Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio

5. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
Old Town, 3.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooftop bar is great! Conveniently located hotel. Will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is AED 746
AED 852 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

6. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
10.6 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,816 reviews)
"Loved it here!"
United States
Monique
The price is AED 372
AED 424 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sandpiper Lodge
A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

7. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
12.4 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (87 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Casa Iglesia! We had our wedding at the Santa Barbara courthouse nearby, it was the perfect distance just a short drive down the street and perfect aesthetic for pictures. Overall, a lovely place would highly recommend."
United States
Jillian
The price is AED 411
AED 740 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

8. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
13.8 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Very clean and neat room for a few nights stay and convenience to a lot of places within walking distance."
United States
Isaac
The price is AED 394
AED 722 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

9. Solei House

Solei House
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (161 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay.."
United States
Huguette
The price is AED 443
AED 520 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Solei House
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

10. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
16.3 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,523 reviews)
"Good parking options, simple room which was all we needed!"
Australia
Jess
The price is AED 438
AED 500 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

11. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
11.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place at amazing place very clean with fantastic area to walk around the staff"
United States
DAVID
The price is AED 621
AED 709 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

12. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
14 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is AED 672
AED 766 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Playa Inn
An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

13. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,211 reviews)
"Clean Rooms, Quite, and pretty good breakfast."
United States
Christian
The price is AED 621
AED 733 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

14. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,332 reviews)
"A nice place to stay"
United States
Dennis
The price is AED 509
AED 580 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Franciscan Hotel
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

15. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
13.7 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (236 reviews)
"This property was exactly as advertised. Very clean, very private, in a perfect location for everything Santa Barbara has to offer"
United States
Ryan
The price is AED 486
AED 827 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Fairview, 4.6 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,110 reviews)
"Clean comfortable stay"
United States
Abel
The price is AED 690
AED 790 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

17. Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
12.4 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"Friendly staff, delicious afternoon snacks, wonderful breakfast, nice location"
United States
Joanne
The price is AED 789
AED 917 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Bath Street Inn
A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

18. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
6.9 km from Isla Vista Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,489 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Kaitlin
The price is AED 693
AED 805 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

19. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,200 reviews)
"Lovely quiet hotel in a wonderful location! Will definitely stay there again"
United States
Ingrid
The price is AED 573
AED 654 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

20. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
14 km from Isla Vista Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (361 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is AED 520
AED 865 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Isla Vista Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
946 reviews
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A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
585 reviews
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A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
1,004 reviews
View
A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.
Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,008 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Top Isla Vista Beach Hotel Reviews

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, super clean hotel, wonderful amenities, and professional staff. The free breakfast was delicious!"
Teri 6-night trip
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Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

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University of California, Santa Barbara

9.0/10 (1,433 reviews)
Enjoy the collegiate 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 biking trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Isla Vista Beach?
Isla Vista Beach is located in Goleta. You'll find 112 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Isla Vista Beach?
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.8 mi (3 km) from Isla Vista Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Isla Vista Beach?
Expedia has 112 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Isla Vista Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Isla Vista Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Isla Vista Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Isla Vista Beach?
For more details about updating your stay near Isla Vista Beach or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near Isla Vista Beach?
You can wander around Goleta Point, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate, or Goleta Butterfly Grove if you want a dose of fresh air. Dip your toes in the water at Goleta Beach, Campus Beach, and Sands Beach. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Ucsb Labyrinth, Devereaux Slough, and South Coast Railroad Museum.
How can I get to Isla Vista Beach?
To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at UC Santa Barbara Station. There might not be many public transit choices near Isla Vista Beach so consider renting a car to see more of the area.