What's it like in Old Town?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Goleta's Old Town neighborhood. 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 traveler 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 neighborhood include Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta and Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta .

How many hotels will I find in the Old Town area?

Expedia has 8 Old Town hotels and other accommodations, 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 provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Old Town.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Old Town?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Old Town, click here .

What can I see and do in this Goleta neighborhood?

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, be sure to visit other sights like Lookout County Park or South Coast Railroad Museum.

How can I get around Old Town and the greater Goleta area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Goleta Station.

Top Old Town Hotels

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Christie

￥40,353 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Meredith

￥54,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

Rabee

￥43,882 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 2 - Jul 3

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

30.9 km from Old Town

Stephen

￥15,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 9 - Jul 10

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Nancy

￥38,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

31.1 km from Old Town

Natalie

￥37,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

29.5 km from Old Town

Paulina

￥34,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

28.9 km from Old Town

Yanchao

￥14,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

14.1 km from Old Town

Melanie

￥42,174 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Inn on Summer Hill

23.1 km from Old Town

Dawn

￥63,556 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

15.5 km from Old Town

Salina

￥67,775 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 15 - Jul 16

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

16 km from Old Town

Angus

￥33,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

31 km from Old Town

Alex

￥34,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 14 - Jul 15

The Inn at East Beach

16.1 km from Old Town

Karen

￥27,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

15.9 km from Old Town

jelica

￥46,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Inn By The Harbor

13.7 km from Old Town

Constantin

￥49,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

William

￥23,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

18.4 km from Old Town

Sandra

￥33,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

La Playa Inn

14 km from Old Town

Gwen

￥50,005 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 29 - Jun 30

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

13.7 km from Old Town

Viviano

￥48,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

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Where to stay in Old Town

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Isla Vista

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.

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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

While visiting Ellwood, you might make a stop by sights like Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove.

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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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Winchester

While Winchester isn't home to many top sights, Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"It was a great hotel - plenty of parking, helpful staff, breakfast in the morning which was unexpected! It’s only 10 minutes to walk to the beach. We were only there for one night but could have stayed longer!"