The Best Hotels Closest to University of California in Goleta - 2026 Updated Prices

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An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a body of water.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large window.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, bar seating, and a chalkboard menu.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town, 2.2 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Shana

Rp4.216.438

Rp4.814.961 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

A spacious living room with a large dark wood dining table, comfortable seating, a television, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT," surrounded by landscaped greenery and palm trees.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large chandelier.

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 1.9 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Sarajean

Rp4.692.772

Rp5.360.364 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a toaster.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a palm tree.

3. Sandpiper Lodge

10.7 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Vania

Rp2.104.161

Rp2.398.783 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

A lush garden with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a small bridge.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window.

A modern hotel room with a red chair, a sofa, a TV, and a wooden ceiling.

4. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

6.7 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

BRENDA

Rp2.984.144

Rp3.467.425 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

An outdoor patio area with tiled flooring, multiple tables and chairs, and umbrellas providing shade.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Best Western Plus South Coast" and a covered parking area.

5. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 4.2 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

JEANETTE

Rp3.000.022

Rp3.425.875 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

A lobby with a wooden floor, two patterned armchairs, a small table, and a wall with three framed pictures.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of palm trees and a balcony.

A building entrance with a set of stairs leading up to a door marked with the number 128.

6. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

14.4 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Julia

Rp2.842.126

Rp3.377.881 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

A covered outdoor area with a pergola, steps leading to a door labeled "Office," and lush greenery including large plants and flowering bushes.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with arches and palm trees.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a framed quote on the wall, and a large potted plant.

7. Mason Beach Inn

14.5 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Rachita

Rp3.823.903

Rp4.472.558 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a small sink.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

A white utility shed with a door labeled "AIR MACHINE" next to a dense green hedge.

8. Casa Jardin

14.1 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Yessica

Rp2.249.884

Rp3.872.141 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A covered outdoor patio with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a spiral staircase leading to an upper level.

9. Casa Iglesia

12.7 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Rich

Rp2.712.458

Rp4.399.562 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

A breakfast bar with various food items, beverages, and a coffee machine.

A hot tub area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a pool, and palm trees in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV. There is a view of palm trees and a marina through the windows.

10. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

14.6 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Richard

Rp3.687.178

Rp4.203.383 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with wicker furniture, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A house with a porch, a small garden, and a mailbox.

11. The Upham Hotel

13.2 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Eila

Rp3.817.729

Rp4.352.281 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A reception area with a counter, potted plants, a coffee station, and a view through large glass doors.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Inn at East Beach," a covered patio area, and bicycles parked outside.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a coffee station, and a view of greenery outside.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the street and palm trees outside.

12. The Inn at East Beach

16.7 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Shubh

Rp2.451.136

Rp2.794.296 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A bathroom with a large mirror, double sink vanity, and a window seat with a view of greenery.

13. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

13 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Noel

Rp3.837.135

Rp4.381.744 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

A marina with numerous boats docked, calm water, and clear skies.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

14. Marina Beach Hotel

14.6 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Amy

Rp3.790.988

Rp4.321.727 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

A spacious living area with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a staircase.

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.

A bar area with wooden beams, bar stools, and a bar counter.

15. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

12.2 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Patty

Rp2.984.144

Rp3.407.743 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

A hotel reception area with a granite reception desk, black leather chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a potted orchid.

A dining area with a wooden table, grey chairs, a black floor lamp, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool surrounded by white lounge chairs and umbrellas, with palm trees and a tiled roof in the background.

16. The Franciscan Hotel

14.5 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Naomi

Rp2.731.884

Rp3.114.347 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

A beach view with palm trees and a clear sky.

A motel sign with a large number '6' and the word 'Motel' on a wooden board.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees.

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

16.7 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

David S

Rp2.526.334

Rp2.884.947 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

A bathroom with white tiled walls, a showerhead, and a shelf with toiletries.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

18. Harbor House Inn

14.6 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Katrin

Rp3.080.999

Rp3.512.338 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

A dining area with a table set for two, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoor seating area.

A lush garden with palm trees and ferns, a paved path, and a building in the background.

A dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a view of tropical greenery.

19. Lemon Tree Inn

11.9 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Ian

Rp2.114.394

Rp2.414.484 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Hotel Santa Barbara

14.3 km from University of California, Santa Barbara

Mark

Rp4.008.350

Rp4.660.910 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to University of California, Santa Barbara

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 933 reviews	View
Sandpiper Lodge	8.6 Excellent 2,665 reviews	View
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara	8.8 Excellent 1,391 reviews	View
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,006 reviews	View

Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely and comfortable property. Better than many other more expensive properties in SB. Highly recommend."

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Clean, safe and generally well-kept property. Good for a no-frills stay."

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely pool/hottub, great breakfast options, room spacious with microwave and refrigerator, helpful staff. Convenient location, great amenities (although no liquid soap by sink often mistook lotion for it), great value for the price!"

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was absolutely excellent. Staff was extremely helpful at all times. Everything was very clean and my room was perfect."

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel was lovely but the A/C could’ve been positioned a little bit higher."

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"We had an enjoyable stay in our patio room. Place very nicely maintained. My only thing negative to say is I wish our room’s floor had felt a little cleaner on my bare feet. Looked okay though. Lovely staff. Lived the cafe and bar. I would go back."

Rose Garden Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good, nice people. good price, good room"

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"In every thing was great thanks"

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Barbara

Isla Vista Beach

9.4/10 (34 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Vista Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.

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UC SB Events Center

8.8/10 (33 reviews)

Catch an event at UC SB Events Center during your trip to Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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Ucsb Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Ucsb Labyrinth during your stay in Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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Goleta Point

9.0/10 (52 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Point and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Campus Beach

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Campus Beach during your trip to Goleta? Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

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Coal Oil Point Reserve

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Coal Oil Point Reserve and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Devereux Beach

6.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Devereux Beach during your trip to Goleta? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's live music.

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Devereaux Slough

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Devereaux Slough during your stay in Goleta. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Barbara?

University of California, Santa Barbara is located in a welcoming area of Goleta known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. You'll find 111 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near University of California, Santa Barbara?

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara. Other good choices within 5 miles include Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta.

How many hotels will I find close to University of California, Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 111 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near University of California, Santa Barbara.

What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Barbara?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Goleta Point, Santa Barbara Orchid Estate or Coal Oil Point Reserve. Isla Vista Beach, Goleta Beach and Haskell's Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Bring the family to Ucsb Labyrinth, Devereaux Slough and South Coast Railroad Museum while you're checking out the area near University of California, Santa Barbara.

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Our top choices for University of California, Santa Barbara hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

2. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3. Sandpiper Lodge

4. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

6. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

7. Mason Beach Inn

8. Casa Jardin

9. Casa Iglesia

10. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

11. The Upham Hotel

12. The Inn at East Beach

13. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

14. Marina Beach Hotel

15. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

16. The Franciscan Hotel

17. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

18. Harbor House Inn

19. Lemon Tree Inn

20. Hotel Santa Barbara

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Top University of California Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Rose Garden Inn

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Other attractions near University of California, Santa Barbara

Isla Vista Beach

UC SB Events Center

Ucsb Labyrinth

Goleta Point

Campus Beach

Coal Oil Point Reserve

Devereux Beach

Devereaux Slough

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