Gaviota Travel Guide
Goleta





Visit Gaviota
Stay near popular Gaviota attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Sideways Movie Wine Trail: A Self-Guided Driving Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour
Top hotels in Gaviota

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"Beautiful view, clean and spacious room, helpful staff, bar and happy hour available, didn't like the parking area and elevator, but will definitely return"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
"Nice hotel, beach however was awful. Full of tar which I was not aware of. Food was fantastic though."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Wine Valley Inn
"Awesome place"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Chumash Casino Resort

King Frederik Inn
"Cannot beat this place. Awesome location, comfy bed, free parking, pool and continental breakfast in the cutest town. Absolutely nothing to complain about!"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Sideways Inn
"This place"
Reviewed on 22 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.
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.
Ellwood
If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove 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.

