Isla Vista Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Isla Vista
Stay near popular Isla Vista attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$115
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$64
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
NZ$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
NZ$99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Isla Vista Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$466 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$466
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,518 reviews)
"I was thoroughly impressed with the cleanliness, the design, the professional, friendly staff. Everything was just amazing could not be happier."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$161 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$161
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$333 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$333
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$329 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$329
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$225 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$225
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,705 reviews)
"Very clean and breakfast was fine."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is NZ$1,542 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$1,542
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Goleta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"This was NOT the 5 star experience we had hoped for... Only one of our rooms was ready when we arrived and we were sent to a room that did not exist. We found a nice employee on a golf cart who helped us hunt down the correct room after multiple radio calls to the front desk. When we came back 3 ..."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Isla Vista
Find the best Isla Vista areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Isla Vista
Learn more about Isla Vista
Old Town
When in Old Town, you can plan a visit to Goleta Beach and Isla Vista Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gaviota
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park 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.
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 Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club.
