Isla Vista Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$225 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$225
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,850 reviews)
"The room was clean and a good size. Staff was very accommodating."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$297 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$297
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Did not know it was next to a cemetery and bathroom was dirty"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is NZ$357 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$357
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Conveniently located"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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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.
Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin

2.5 out of 5
1018 Garden St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (204 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Casa Jardin
Tide Pool Villas

Tide Pool Villas

4.5 out of 5
26 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa ...
6/10 (72 reviews)
Quick trip
"Check in process is very slow and our room was not ready Beautiful property and great location"

Reviewed on 6 July 2025

Tide Pool Villas
Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes

2 out of 5
118 Los Aguajes Ave, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Harbor and ...
7/10 Good! (6 reviews)
Great Stay
"Great and comfortable place for family and friends stay. Was walking distance to Santa Barbara state street. Would only say that unit does not have AC so it’s was super hot due to the high heat’s for that weekend. Other than that our stay was perfect."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Los Aguajes
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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.

Popular places to visit

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of California, Santa Barbara

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of California, Santa Barbara during your travels in Goleta. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

University of California, Santa Barbara
El Capitan State Beach

El Capitan State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

El Capitan State Beach
Refugio State Beach

Refugio State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Refugio State Beach
Nojoqui Falls Park

Nojoqui Falls Park

Explore the great outdoors at Nojoqui Falls Park, a lovely green space in Goleta. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area.

Nojoqui Falls Park
Gaviota Beach

Gaviota Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Gaviota Beach during your trip to Gaviota?

Gaviota Beach
Gaviota State Park

Gaviota State Park

You can take time to visit Gaviota State Park during your travels to Goleta. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Gaviota State Park

Activities

Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

NZ$118
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

NZ$99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
You take 14 oz. of Dark or Milk Chocolate and add your choose of inclusions.

Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour

NZ$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Make your own Chocolate Bark & Factory Tour
Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour

Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour

NZ$254
per adult
Downtown Santa Barbara Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

NZ$340
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara

Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara

NZ$254
per adult
Private Helicopter Tour in Santa Barbara
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Cities near Isla Vista

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara