What's it like in Old Town?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Goleta's Old Town neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Lost Valley Trail as part of your Old Town travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Old Town?

Based on our traveller data, Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Town. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from University of California, Santa Barbara, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta and Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta .

How many hotels are there in Old Town?

Expedia has 8 Old Town hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Goleta area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Old Town.

What can I see and do in this Goleta neighbourhood?

Lost Valley Trail is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Old Town. While you're out sightseeing in Goleta, make sure that you visit other sights such as South Coast Railroad Museum or Rancho La Patera and Stow House.

How can I get around Old Town and the greater Goleta area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Goleta Station.

The Best Hotels in Old Town, Goleta - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a view of a building with large windows.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

W Scott

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Mario

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door.

4. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.1 mi from Old Town

Isabel

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wooden chair with rope backrest, a round table with a tray, and a striped cushion.

5. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Fairview, 1.5 mi from Old Town

Erik

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

6. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 1.5 mi from Old Town

Sukhpreet

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A serene pond surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees, with a building in the background.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.3 mi from Old Town

Kaitlin

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

8. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

4.8 mi from Old Town

Pokeno

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A cozy indoor seating area with a swing chair, a cushioned bench, and a coffee table.

9. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

1.7 mi from Old Town

Cecil

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

10. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 1.6 mi from Old Town

Sarajean

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

11. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

3.1 mi from Old Town

Holly

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

12. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

6.1 mi from Old Town

Irma

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

13. Sandpiper Lodge

6 mi from Old Town

alva

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by vibrant flowers and a pool.

14. Oasis Inn & Suites

6.2 mi from Old Town

Dipesh

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

15. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

7.4 mi from Old Town

Rich

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee machine, and a shower area.

16. Town and Country Inn

6.8 mi from Old Town

Megan

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

17. Lemon Tree Inn

6.8 mi from Old Town

David

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

18. Solei House

6.1 mi from Old Town

Kim

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A large, modern interior space with geometric ceiling design and large letters spelling "agov" on the wall.

19. Agave Inn

6.4 mi from Old Town

Christine

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

20. Rose Garden Inn

5.9 mi from Old Town

K.

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Isla Vista

You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in Isla Vista. You might want to make time for a stop at Isla Vista Beach or UC SB Events Center.

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Gaviota

If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.

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Ellwood

If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good

"Clean room. Nice staff. Clean pool"

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved staying at this hotel. It was beautiful, located in the most convenient area, the staff is beyond helpful and cheerful and the room was perfectly clean. The room overlooked State Street, which we really enjoyed. It is our new favorite In Santa Barbara and we will hopefully return often. Many great restaurants just downstairs and we walked to the beach in about 15 minutes. Great experience!"

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

8/10 Good

"the room was clean and staff was nice and friendly. the place is dated and needs major updates. the resturant in 3rd floor was not the quality you want for the prices. the gym was clean but needs some stretching area and items, like roller, bands, cube. would reccomend they remove all the fake plants everywhere."

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"The check-in was so smooth and they let us check-in early. The exterior and lobby were so pretty and inviting. The room was spotless and smelled so nice. The courtyard view was cute. The pool was sparkling clean. The bed was comfy, and the room was super spacious. The shampoo, body wash, and conditioner smelled so nice. Breakfast was nice. Standard hotel breakfast. Green apples, bananas…no gluten free options."

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

4. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

5. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

7. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

8. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

9. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

11. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

12. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

13. Sandpiper Lodge

14. Oasis Inn & Suites

15. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

16. Town and Country Inn

17. Lemon Tree Inn

18. Solei House

19. Agave Inn

20. Rose Garden Inn

Where to stay in Old Town

Isla Vista

Gaviota

Ellwood

Fairview

Winchester

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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