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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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6 Nov - 8 Nov

Our top choices for Isla Vista cheap hotels

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door.

1. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,199 reviews)
"Great only because next to airport"
United States
Isabel
The price is AED 364
AED 426 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

2. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,793 reviews)
"Loved it here!"
United States
Monique
The price is AED 414
AED 471 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sandpiper Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

3. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,461 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is AED 458
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

4. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,956 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay. Lovely helpful staff. Great location to walk to the Beach and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Tricia
The price is AED 800
AED 914 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the marina through a glass door.

5. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,319 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is AED 532
AED 607 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Beachside Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

6. Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
North State
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Clean room.very helpful staff. This will be my go to place to stay."
United States
K.
The price is AED 374
AED 427 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rose Garden Inn
A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.

7. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Gustavo
The price is AED 447
AED 509 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Inn at East Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

8. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (883 reviews)
"Well located and clean room. Easy to park."
United States
Rhea
The price is AED 474
AED 540 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Presidio
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

9. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice, we would stay here again."
United States
Wesley
The price is AED 511
AED 583 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A spacious indoor area with large windows, wooden benches, a sofa, and a coffee table.

10. ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel

ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"Highly recommended."
United States
NAYA
The price is AED 405
AED 461 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ITH Santa Barbara Surf Hostel
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Top Isla Vista Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Esteban started off my trip with a warm welcome and plenty of information about the surrounding area to fill my few days. Breakfast was a nice spread and the eating areas were all beautiful. My room was clean and the bathroom had recently been updated, which was awesome."
Kaycee 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Frequently asked questions

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What is there to see and do in Isla Vista?
You don't have to spend big to find things to see and do in Isla Vista. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that are easy on the wallet. Enjoy the local natural beauty at Isla Vista Beach and Goleta Point, or check out the area's cultural spots like Arlington Theater.
How can I get to Isla Vista and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Isla Vista can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away from the center in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 18.2 mi (29.2 km) away. Isla Vista might not have very many public transit choices so a car rental could be an economical alternative to explore the area.

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