Isla Vista Travel Guide
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Hotel Santa Barbara
Staff not very friendly. Great location.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Water pressure in shower was less than adequate - more like a dribble. Water Temperature of the shower also fluctuated severely to the point of scalding at times. Everything else pretty reasonable.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Inn By The Harbor
There was a musty odor in the room. The a/c made a high pitched squeaking sound.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Casa Riviera
clean room, quiet, good location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Casa Jardin
My wife and I had a wonderful stay. The room was exceptionally clean from the moment we walked in, which immediately set a positive tone for our visit. Everything felt well‑maintained and thoughtfully prepared, and we appreciated the quiet, comfortable atmosphere throughout our stay. The bed was ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Casa De La Vina
We stayed here for 2 nights and loved it. Clean, easy self-check-in, lots of room and light, easily walkable to just about everything, parking, and EV charging.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Isla Vista Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Vista Beach during your trip to Goleta?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- University of California
- Goleta Point
- Coal Oil Point Reserve
- Devereaux Slough
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- Chumash Casino
- Butterfly Beach
- Stearns Wharf
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Lake Cachuma
- Santa Ynez Valley
- Los Padres National Forest
- Santa Barbara City College
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- MOXI
- Sunstone Vineyards & Winery
- El Capitan State Beach
- Sandpiper Golf Club
