Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town
Stay near popular Old Town attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$119
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
SB Ghost Tour "Invisible Becomes Visible!"- Children FREE
NZ$61
per adult
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
NZ$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Electric Bike Rentals
NZ$47
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Old Town Hotel Deals
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
6878 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is NZ$421 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$421
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Spacious room. Just need better maintenance. Like broken body wash bottle, conditioner wasn't refill after previous customer checked out, hairdryer a little dirty, desk chair a little tear, connecting door very hard to lock, soundproof is bad, and need to clean bathroom shelves better. ..."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
6350 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is NZ$543 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$543
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
5665 Hollister Ave Goleta CA
The price is NZ$354 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$354
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$170 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
NZ$170
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$471 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
NZ$471
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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! (1,482 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful! The rooms were clean. I got a historic queen room. I’d go back again to stay at this hotel!"
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$250 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$250
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
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 Old Town
Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
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 Glen Annie Golf Club and Sandpiper Golf Club.
