Gaviota Travel Guide
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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

Sideways Inn

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"We were traveling for 19 days staying in multiple hotels in the west coast states. This hotel was our favorite and our best nights sleep, by far. The beds and linens, and pillows were so comfortable we took pictures of the manufacturers so we can duplicate at home. The location is great. The parking ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

Wine Valley Inn

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

Chumash Casino Resort
"Our room on the 5th smelled very bad of smoke. Pretty nasty"
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026

King Frederik Inn
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.

