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.

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Our top choices for Old Town hotels

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Christie

￥41,165 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Meredith

￥57,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

Rabee

￥44,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

30.9 km from Old Town

Stephen

￥15,590 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 21 - Jul 22

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

28.9 km from Old Town

Yanchao

￥14,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 15 - Jul 16

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town

Jason

￥22,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

William

￥23,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Chumash Casino Resort

29.6 km from Old Town

Gevork

￥21,395 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Nancy

￥38,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Town and Country Inn

11 km from Old Town

Kelly

￥22,432 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

9.7 km from Old Town

Phillip

￥24,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 12 - Jul 13

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Rose Garden Inn

9.5 km from Old Town

David

￥22,177 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

29.5 km from Old Town

Paulina

￥34,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

7.8 km from Old Town

Kristine

￥50,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

31.1 km from Old Town

Leticia I

￥37,086 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

15.5 km from Old Town

Salina

￥71,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 28 - Jun 29

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Luxe King) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Genevieve

29.4 km from Old Town

michelle

￥60,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

Lavender Inn by the Sea

13.9 km from Old Town

Brian

￥48,522 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 1 - Jul 2

Lemon Tree Inn

10.9 km from Old Town

Randi

￥26,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 14 - Jul 15

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

16 km from Old Town

Angus

￥33,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 7 - Jul 8

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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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