Isla Vista, CA
Goleta

Visit Isla Vista
Stay near popular Isla Vista attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar

Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Isla Vista Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara
"First time stay. The property is newly renovated in the old Santa Barbara Spanish style, Our room was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed coffee and a bite to eat for breakfast. We loved the yoghurt with chia seeds and blueberries. The espresso was delicious. The server was fun to talk to and ..."
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"Friendly staff, easy check in"
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"The breakfast was fine. The front desk was great. The rooms were disappointing. It was very small and old. My main concern, there were NO drawers or hooks anywhere for our clothes. We had to live out of our suitcases all week. We had to put our suitcases on the bed after it was made. No desk. Almost ..."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Great room. Clean. Staff was great."
Reviewed on Jun 30, 2026

Beachside Inn
"I have stayed at this hotel several times and don’t remember being placed where it was so noisy! First, my room was by the pool and we requested to be moved! Then we were placed overlooking the park (the busy intersection) of cars and trucks speeding by throughout the night! Next time I will contact ..."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

Inn By The Harbor
"The service from the staff was great, the room was very small no space for basic bathroom necessities to in. Bed sheets were stain, and we requested to be changed, it was hard to sleep because the pillows were horrible to sleep on."
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026
Where to stay in Isla Vista
Old Town
Old Town might not have many top sights, but UC SB Events Center and Goleta Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gaviota
If you're spending some time in Gaviota, Gaviota Beach and Gaviota State Park are top sights worth seeing.
Ellwood
While visiting Ellwood, you might make a stop by sights like Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove.
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 Winchester isn't home to many top sights, Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club are some notable places to visit nearby.






