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
"Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Towels were running a little short one day (some laundry issues?). The rooms need a little upkeep on maintenance (detached wiring covers, slamming doors, missing screen door lock. etc.), but nothing major."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

Wine Valley Inn
"Great place. Grounds were amazing"
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Chumash Casino Resort
"Clean rooms good service"
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Sideways Inn
"Everything is great here. Clean rooms, the staff is friendly, parking is good, and the bar has wonderful appetizers a d a friendly bartender."
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
"We always Enjoy Our Stay. When We are In Town. & Staff is Always Polite.."
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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, Rancho La Patera and Stow House and Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens 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.


