Gaviota Travel Guide
Goleta





Visit Gaviota
Stay near popular Gaviota attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Sideways Movie Wine Trail: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
Top hotels in Gaviota

Chumash Casino Resort
"Great time"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
"The service was excellent"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Wine Valley Inn
"Staff was great, Inn was clean and in town"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"Cute spot and walking distance to everything! Staff was very friendly and the V-Lounge (opened from 4pm to 11pm) was very quaint and perfect for a night cap. Room and bathroom were very clean and bedding and pillows were extremely comfortable :) Hotel is dog friendly with the exception of “no dogs ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026

Sideways Inn
"Easy to get to, nice bar and pool. Check in was easy. Toilet could have worked better but overall I would stay again"
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

King Frederik Inn
"Loved the room. Would have loved not be awakened by a power washer at 6:30 in the morning. Otherwise great."
Reviewed on 2 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Gaviota

Isla Vista
You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in Isla Vista. You might want to make time for a stop at UC SB Events Center or Isla Vista Beach.
Old Town
When in Old Town, you can plan a visit to UC SB Events Center and Goleta Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ellwood
If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove are top sights worth seeing.
Fairview
If you're spending some time in Fairview, Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond are top sights worth seeing.
Winchester
While there might not be top attractions in Winchester, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club.


