Old Town Hotels: Cheap Accommodation in Old Town

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area.

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

W Scott

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beach with a pier extending into the water, a path leading to a bench, and a palm tree in the foreground.

2. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Kenneth

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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

Daniel

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 2.5 km from Old Town

JEANETTE

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

5. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town

Clarisa

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

Fairview, 2.4 km from Old Town

Erik

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

7. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Wayne

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

7.8 km from Old Town

robert

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

9. Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

Greg

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

10. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

9.7 km from Old Town

chris

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

2.7 km from Old Town

Cecil

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

12. Oasis Inn & Suites

10 km from Old Town

Dipesh

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

13. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

8.8 km from Old Town

Samantha

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

14. Solei House

9.8 km from Old Town

Ashley

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

15. Lemon Tree Inn

10.9 km from Old Town

GREG

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

16. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 2.5 km from Old Town

Sarajean

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

17. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

5 km from Old Town

Holly

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

18. Agave Inn

10.3 km from Old Town

Christine

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

19. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

30.9 km from Old Town

Jose

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

16 km from Old Town

Tammy

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Our guide on where to stay in Old Town

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

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks.

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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A railway track running alongside a beach with mountains in the background.

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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A historic building with a bell tower, arches, and a fountain.

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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A coastal cityscape with a vibrant sunset sky, dense urban area, and distant mountains.

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

Recent Reviews in Old Town

Chumash Casino Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was fabulous. Clean room, great staff."

Beachside Inn

8/10 Good

"The property was in a great location, right across from the beach and close to several restaurants. The breakfast was good, and I really appreciated having coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available 24/7. On Saturday, they also offered a complimentary wine hour with cheese, grapes, and a choice of red or white wine, which was a nice touch. The staff was friendly, helpful, and welcoming. The furniture and fixtures were modern and stylish, and the room was clean overall. My main issue was the size of the room. The room we stayed in was extremely small, and the stand-up shower was so narrow that it was barely comfortable to fit inside. I was disappointed because the photos made the room look much more spacious than it actually was. I felt that the photos were somewhat misleading and did not accurately represent how small the room was. Overall, I enjoyed the location, amenities, and staff, but I would have preferred a larger room or more accurate photos showing the actual size of the space."

Frequently asked questions

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.

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

1. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

2. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

5. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

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

7. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

8. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

9. Sandpiper Lodge

10. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

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

12. Oasis Inn & Suites

13. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

14. Solei House

15. Lemon Tree Inn

16. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

17. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

18. Agave Inn

19. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Our guide on where to stay in Old Town

Isla Vista

Gaviota

Ellwood

Fairview

Winchester

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Old Town

Chumash Casino Resort

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