Gaviota Travel Guide
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Visit Gaviota
Stay near popular Gaviota attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in Gaviota

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Wine Valley Inn
"The staff are very friendly and helpful. This hotel is family friendly and there were several guests with young children. The room was mostly clean though dated. However, the appeal of the hotel is that it has the rustic cottage look and it has the in-room fireplace. The included breakfast was good, ..."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
"Great!"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

King Frederik Inn

Sideways Inn
"Nice bar/lounge area. Clean updated rooms. Bedding/pillows a little stiff, but would still stay again."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Chumash Casino Resort
"Clean room, kind staff, well located, but the casino isn’t properly ventilated so its too much cigarette smoke"
Reviewed on 7 Sept 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.
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 Glen Annie Golf Club and Sandpiper Golf Club.


