Gaviota Travel Guide

Goleta

A railway track running alongside a beach with mountains in the background.
A beach with a sunset, palm trees, and a rocky shoreline.
A rocky coastline with a sandy beach, waves, and a pier extending into the ocean.
A person standing in a large rock formation with layered sedimentary rock.
A sunset over a coastal landscape with railway tracks leading towards the sea.

Stay near popular Gaviota attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Gaviota

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

3.5 out of 5
1455 Mission Dr Solvang CA
The price is Rp1.777.352 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
Rp1.777.352
Rp2.079.845 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,331 reviews)
"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

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is Rp14.292.512 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp14.292.512
Rp17.893.724 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Goleta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel, beach however was awful. Full of tar which I was not aware of. Food was fantastic though."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

3 out of 5
1564 Copenhagen Dr Solvang CA
The price is Rp2.486.432 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
Rp2.486.432
Rp2.893.026 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,491 reviews)
"Awesome place"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Wine Valley Inn
Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

4 out of 5
3400 East Highway 246 Santa Ynez CA
The price is Rp2.237.789 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.237.789
Rp2.604.672 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Santa Ynez. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Chumash Casino Resort
King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn

2.5 out of 5
1617 Copenhagen Drive Solvang CA
The price is Rp2.341.897 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp2.341.897
Rp2.723.448 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf motel in Solvang. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,064 reviews)
"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

King Frederik Inn
Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn

3 out of 5
114 E Highway 246 Buellton CA
The price is Rp2.388.317 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
Rp2.388.317
Rp2.776.345 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buellton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,683 reviews)
"This place"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Sideways Inn
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Where to stay in Gaviota

Find the best Gaviota areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.



Gaviota Travel Guide