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A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a flag, and a sign indicating a pet-friendly policy.

1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town

Kenneth

₹24,442 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

Stephanie

₹21,787 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A patio with wicker chairs, a fire pit, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town

Teri

₹27,608 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building.

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 2.5 km from Old Town

Victor

₹21,148 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A serene garden with a small waterfall, lush greenery, and a wooden fence.

5. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

5.4 km from Old Town

Kaitlin

₹20,591 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A conference room with round tables, orange chairs, and a buffet area with food service equipment.

6. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 2.5 km from Old Town

Sarajean

₹26,500 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel lobby with a check-in desk, seating area, and a view into the dining room.

7. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Fairview, 2.4 km from Old Town

Abel

₹20,209 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A cozy indoor seating area with a swing chair, a cushioned bench, and a coffee table.

8. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2.7 km from Old Town

Cecil

₹24,988 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

7.8 km from Old Town

Christian

₹18,740 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

10. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

5 km from Old Town

Holly

₹18,641 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view of palm trees, and a door.

11. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 1.8 km from Old Town

Isabel

₹10,881 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A gated entrance with an arch covered in greenery, a tiled pathway, and a building with a balcony.

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

8.8 km from Old Town

Leana

₹18,124 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

13. Sandpiper Lodge

9.7 km from Old Town

Monique

₹11,707 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a courtyard surrounded by palm trees and greenery, featuring a well-lit entrance and multiple balconies.

14. Lemon Tree Inn

10.9 km from Old Town

David

₹12,869 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A VAGABOND INN sign, a building with a balcony, and palm trees.

15. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

9.7 km from Old Town

Irma

₹9,806 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A hotel with a stone facade, multiple balconies, and a mountain backdrop.

16. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

11.4 km from Old Town

DAVID

₹18,140 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and ocean views.

17. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Ellwood, 6.9 km from Old Town

Jason

₹75,555 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.

18. Oasis Inn & Suites

10 km from Old Town

Manuel

₹11,008 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to a bathroom.

19. Rose Garden Inn

9.5 km from Old Town

Katharina

₹10,252 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A balcony with a wooden railing overlooking a street with palm trees and parked cars.

20. Solei House

9.8 km from Old Town

Huguette

₹12,768 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Old Town

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 585 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel	4.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 88 reviews	View

Where to stay in Old Town

Find the best Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the rocks.

Isla Vista

You'll enjoy the beaches and live music in Isla Vista. You might want to make time for a stop at Isla Vista Beach or UC SB Events Center.

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A railway track running alongside a beach with mountains in the background.

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

If you're spending some time in Ellwood, Sandpiper Golf Club and Goleta Butterfly Grove are top sights worth seeing.

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A historic building with a bell tower, arches, and a fountain.

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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A coastal cityscape with a vibrant sunset sky, dense urban area, and distant mountains.

Winchester

While there might not be top attractions in Winchester, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Goleta Butterfly Grove and Glen Annie Golf Club.

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Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town

10/10 Excellent

Anne

A two-story house with a red-tiled roof, a porch with hanging flower baskets, and a sign indicating it is a vacant house.

Harbor House Inn

Santa Barbara Beach

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

A stone pathway leading to a large tree surrounded by lush greenery.

Simpson House Inn

Upper East

10/10 Excellent

johanna

A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna

8/10 Good

Alexander

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

George

A patio area with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a blue umbrella.

Bath Street Inn

Oak Park

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Oak Park

10/10 Excellent

Liane

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Old Town?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Goleta's Old Town neighbourhood. 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 traveller 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 neighbourhood include Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta and Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta.

How many hotels are there in Old Town?

Expedia has 8 Old Town hotels and other accommodation options, 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 as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Old Town.

What can I see and do in this Goleta neighbourhood?

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, make sure that you visit other sights such as South Coast Railroad Museum or Rancho La Patera and Stow House.

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

1. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

5. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

6. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

7. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

10. Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

11. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

13. Sandpiper Lodge

14. Lemon Tree Inn

15. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

16. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

17. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

18. Oasis Inn & Suites

19. Rose Garden Inn

20. Solei House

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Where to stay in Old Town

Isla Vista

Gaviota

Ellwood

Fairview

Winchester

Top Old Town Hotel Reviews

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in Old Town?

Where is the best place to stay in Old Town?

How many hotels are there in Old Town?

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Town, will I receive a refund?

What can I see and do in this Goleta neighbourhood?

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