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
Top hotels in Gaviota

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"Room was big. Hotel was great for what we needed: close to town, pool, space for 4. Would stay again"
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Wine Valley Inn
"Great location to enjoy not only Solvang but Los Olivos"
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Chumash Casino Resort

Sideways Inn
"We stayed in room 234 and watched Sideways which filmed in the room we were in. The beds were super comfortable too."
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
"My family and I enjoyed our stay. 2 adults 2 children ages 13 and 11. We stayed 3 nights. Room was clean. Good price . Staff was very nice"
Reviewed on 1 Aug 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 Rancho La Patera and Stow House and UC SB Events Center, 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.


