Goleta Holidays

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Goleta Holiday

Goleta Beach Holiday

There's nothing more enjoyable than a Goleta holiday. Whether you're indulging in fancy cocktails at a local bar or reading your favourite magazine along the water's edge, your trip to Goleta is an ideal time to live out your beachy fantasies. Many travellers choose to stay near El Capitan State Beach, situated just 18 kilometres from downtown. However, you'll also discover an excellent range of Goleta holiday deals close to Refugio State Beach and Gaviota Beach, two other well-liked nearby options.

Things You Should Know About Goleta

  • Fall asleep to the gentle sound of the surf in one of our Goleta beach hotels. Nothing beats staying within a stroll of the water.
  • Whatever your budget or tastes, you'll find a nice place to stay for your holiday in Goleta. Why not take a look at some private holiday homes, like Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Barbara/Goleta? They're a hit with travellers of all sorts.
  • Goleta is home to about 30 900 people and has lots to keep the whole gang busy. Want to start planning some fun activities? Check out our Goleta things to do page.
  • Don't head home without visiting El Capitan State Beach, El Capitan State Beach and El Capitan State Beach. With all the money you save through our Goleta holiday deals, you can see more great attractions like these.

Our pick of the best Goleta Hotel Deals

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is NZ$1,039 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$1,039
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Staff, room and we were going to be away from our puppy and they had a gift for him with a note and champagne upon arrival

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$300 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
NZ$300
30 Dec - 31 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (952 reviews)
Clean room and nice staff.

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$315 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$315
23 Dec - 24 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Room was very clean, comfortable beds. A lot of parking space.

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
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.

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