Gaviota Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Gaviota Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Goleta?
University of California, Santa Barbara
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
Isla Vista Beach
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.
El Capitan State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Sandpiper Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Refugio State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Gaviota
Chumash Casino Resort
"The room was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
King Frederik Inn
"Great room and very clean! The location was also pretty central to everything"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Wine Valley Inn
"Room was clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sideways Inn
"Hotel is a bit dated. Todd at the front desk was great during check-in difficulty. During my stay, buddies and I had trouble with locks on bathroom doors in the rooms. Spider webs on sliding doors and mattresses are more than firm. Not worth the price-tag of 1,000 dollars we paid for two nights."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"beautiful, clean conveniently located"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Pea Soup Andersen's Inn
"👍"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 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.
