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Our top choices for Goleta motels

Room

1. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
Fairview
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,194 reviews)
"Clean, safe and generally well-kept property. Good for a no-frills stay."
United States
Lisa
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

2. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,677 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and clean room."
United States
natalie
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge
Courtyard

3. Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
San Roque
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and the staff was nice."
United States
Corrie
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Oasis Inn & Suites
Exterior

4. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely staff and easy check in!"
United States
Channah
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Exterior

5. Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Great little place. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Ashley
The price is £108
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Sunset Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

6. Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
North State
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"This is our 4th time staying at Town and Country. I love staying here because the staff is nice. The rooms and cleans and upgraded. It’s always so quiet and there is ample parking. It’s affordable and close to downtown State Street."
United States
Melissa
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Town and Country Inn
Interior entrance

7. Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
East San Roque
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (831 reviews)
"Shower pressure was great, quiet hotel, friendly staff."
United States
Christine
The price is £97
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Agave Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8. Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
North State
6.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Maketa
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Rose Garden Inn
Room

9. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,650 reviews)
"good place to stay."
United States
Ramzi
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Courtyard

10. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,440 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andrew
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Room amenity

11. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,477 reviews)
"Great location. The room was small, clean and simple and the staff was friendly."
United States
David S
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Reception

12. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Close to beach."
United States
Shubh
The price is £116
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Inn at East Beach
Front of property

13. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
6.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful location, great staff, and spacious room"
United States
cinthya
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Ala Mar by the Sea
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

14. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,383 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is £142
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

15. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (853 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Presidio
Exterior

16. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,174 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is £181
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
Room

17. San Marcos Motel

San Marcos Motel
2.0 star property
Buellton
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (640 reviews)
"An excellent place for the price"
United States
Donald
The price is £62
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
San Marcos Motel
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

18. Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Carpinteria
7.0 out of 10, Good, (709 reviews)
"Great location. Super convenient, close to the beach, bus and good shopping options."
Japan
Philip
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Casa Del Sol
Front of property

19. Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,981 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Adrian
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Royal Copenhagen Inn
Front of property

20. King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,123 reviews)
"Perfect stay for a weekend trip!"
United States
Natasha De La
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
King Frederik Inn
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Top Goleta Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

8/10 Good
"Good place to sleep for night. Good restaurants nearby."
Praveen 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

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Goleta Motels information

Number of reviews
17,240
Accommodation
41 Motels
Lowest Price
£62
Highest Price
£181

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Goleta?
If you can't find a motel in Goleta, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find something similar from more than 66 hotels and other accommodation options. Just use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in Goleta?
Here are some of Expedia customers' favourite motels in the larger area. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara: Stay within a quick 5-minute drive of University of California, Santa Barbara. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central Goleta is 18.3 mi (29.4 km) away. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 17 mi (27.4 km) from the heart of Goleta. Sandpiper Lodge: Central Goleta is 5 mi (8.1 km) away. A fitness centre along with freebies such as breakfast, WiFi and self-parking are available during your stay. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara: 7.7 mi (12.5 km) from the heart of Goleta. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Goleta?
In this family-friendly area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Goleta for its shops, cafes and bars. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Goleta Beach, Isla Vista Beach and El Capitan State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond, Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens and South Coast Railroad Museum. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: UC SB Events Center, Sandpiper Golf Club and Refugio State Beach.
What's the seasonal weather like in Goleta?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Goleta to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Goleta is 392 mm.
What are my options for getting around Goleta while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Goleta to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal), which is located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 18.4 mi (29.7 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Goleta Station or UC Santa Barbara Station.

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