Where to stay in Ellwood
Find the best Ellwood areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Ellwood
Isla Vista
2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
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.
Old Town
When in Old Town, you can plan a visit to UC SB Events Center and Goleta Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Gaviota
1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park 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.
Top hotels in Ellwood
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
19.227.302 ₫
24.238.917 ₫ total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
6.426.446 ₫
7.341.785 ₫ total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
5.911.420 ₫
6.873.798 ₫ total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,505 reviews)
"Great hotel right on State Street. My only issue is the design of the shower. Very difficult to not get the floor wet with one non-moving piece of glass."
Reviewed on 21 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.
Stay near popular Ellwood attractions
Sandpiper Golf Club
8.6/10 (70 reviews)
Play a round of golf in Goleta at Sandpiper Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Goleta Butterfly Grove
8.8/10 (59 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Goleta Butterfly Grove and enjoy the cycling trails in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Camino Real Marketplace
You can do some window-shopping at Camino Real Marketplace during your visit to Goleta.
Haskell's Beach
8.2/10 (11 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Haskell's Beach during your trip to Goleta?