The Best Hotels Closest to South Coast Railroad Museum in Goleta - 2026 Updated Prices

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for South Coast Railroad Museum hotels

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

A building with a central archway, potted plants, and a tiled roof.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a sink, and hanging pendant lights.

A restaurant with multiple seating areas, including round tables and booths, with hanging pendant lights and a large window overlooking the outdoor area.

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Old Town, 1.4 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Daniel

₹29,034

₹33,194 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and a bar area.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, bar seating, and a chalkboard menu.

A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a large window.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a body of water.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Old Town, 2 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

W Scott

₹22,852

₹26,096 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and potted plants.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT," surrounded by landscaped greenery and palm trees.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large chandelier.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with bar stools.

3. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Ellwood, 2.5 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Sarajean

₹23,668

₹27,039 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

A modern kitchen with a breakfast bar, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Best Western Plus South Coast" and a covered parking area.

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Fairview, 3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

JEANETTE

₹17,837

₹20,369 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, hanging plants, and a rustic brick wall.

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

A hotel entrance with a wooden ceiling, a central seating area, and potted plants.

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

Fairview, 2.9 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Erik

₹19,093

₹21,880 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A beach with a pier extending into the water, a path leading to a bench, and a palm tree in the foreground.

A hotel lobby with a grey sofa, two armchairs, a large window, a dining area, and a potted plant.

A gym with weightlifting equipment, dumbbells, and a bench.

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

6. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Old Town, 3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Kenneth

₹19,163

₹21,884 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A vending machine with various beverage options and a refrigerated display case with snacks.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a table with two chairs.

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

7. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Fairview, 2.3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Isabel

₹11,498

₹13,395 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by white umbrellas and lounge chairs, with palm trees and a tiled deck.

A hotel room with a bed, a round table with a pair of sunglasses and a book, a chair with a denim jacket, and a window with white blinds.

8. Marina Beach Hotel

15.1 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

hampton

₹21,600

₹24,624 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

A house with a patio area featuring wicker furniture and potted plants.

A coastal road with palm trees, a beach, and a parking lot with vehicles.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small round table, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

9. Harbor House Inn

15.1 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Abby

₹18,812

₹21,446 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A wooden porch with steps leading to a door marked 'Tack Room,' a bench, and potted plants.

A room with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white bedspread, a leather sofa, a wooden table, and a lamp.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, wooden coffee table, and a potted plant.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a chandelier, a window with shutters, and a decorative wheel.

10. Simpson House Inn

13.4 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Victor

₹27,424

₹37,756 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of greenery.

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements and potted plants.

11. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

13.6 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

David

₹17,396

₹26,932 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink. There are shelves above holding glasses, plates, and a framed picture.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and a sink.

A door with a glass panel reflecting a building and a number '1' on the wall.

12. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

14.3 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Maria

₹11,884

₹20,648 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

A star-shaped hanging light fixture in a white-walled room with an arched ceiling.

A spacious living area with a modern staircase, a dining table, and a sofa.

A modern bedroom with a large window, a bedside table, a chair, and a built-in kitchen area.

13. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

14.6 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Patrice

₹18,062

₹27,691 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, a grey sofa, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

A white building with a red-tiled roof, a covered entrance, and a garden with various plants.

A modern entrance with a glass door, a potted plant, and a number '8' on the wall.

14. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

14.5 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Jhoana

₹17,489

₹27,038 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A covered outdoor patio with a checkered floor, seating arrangements, and potted plants.

A balcony with potted plants, a hanging lantern, and a view of mountains.

15. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

12.7 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Rich

₹14,852

₹24,032 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A beige sofa with multiple cushions, a white vase with greenery, and a window with blinds.

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of the outdoors through the windows.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A hallway leading to a dining area with a wooden floor, white walls, and a black railing.

16. Casa Yano by The Beach

15 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Jacob

₹22,298

₹35,251 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

A dining room with a fireplace, a chandelier, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

A hotel corridor with a view of mountains, a palm tree, and a lantern-lit staircase.

17. La Playa Inn

15 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Arlen

₹22,723

₹25,904 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, potted plants, and a small pool.

A cozy living room with a bar area, comfortable seating, and a large window with plants.

A white building with a red roof, a stone wall, and a staircase leading to a door.

18. Palihouse Santa Barbara

14.4 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Maria

₹38,329

₹43,769 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large mirror reflecting the room.

A house with a covered porch, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a lawn.

A house with a bay window, a porch, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

19. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

13.1 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

Raymond

₹20,841

₹23,799 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

20. Santa Barbara Inn

16.8 km from South Coast Railroad Museum

melanie

₹32,340

₹36,941 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

View all properties

Compare popular hotels close to South Coast Railroad Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta	9.2 Wonderful 576 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta	9.0 Wonderful 936 reviews	View
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,009 reviews	View
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,100 reviews	View

Top South Coast Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean and a good location"

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

8/10 Good

"Reasonably clean and well-maintained hotel"

Rose Garden Inn

10/10 Excellent

"W"

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff. Any needs addressed promptly."

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"La aviación estaba muy limpia, es un de los detalles que mas me gusto,👍"

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

10/10 Excellent

"Can’t wait to go back! Jake and Rosa and Diego and Tommy all wonderful!!!"

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel and location"

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay but overpriced. However everything is overpriced these days."

Other attractions near South Coast Railroad Museum

University of California, Santa Barbara

9.0/10 (1,433 reviews)

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.

See properties

Rancho La Patera and Stow House

6.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Rancho La Patera and Stow House in Goleta. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

See properties

Glen Annie Golf Club

8.0/10 (20 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Goleta at Glen Annie Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

See properties

Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens

6.8/10 (10 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens during your stay in Goleta. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

See properties

Camino Real Marketplace

You can do some window-shopping at Camino Real Marketplace during your visit to Goleta.

See properties

Ellings Performing Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Ellings Performing Arts Center during your stay in Goleta.

See properties

Lost Valley Trail

6.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a trip to Lost Valley Trail and popular activities such as cycling in Goleta. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

See properties

UC SB Events Center

8.8/10 (33 reviews)

Catch an event at UC SB Events Center during your trip to Goleta. Take in the live music and sunsets in the area.

See properties

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Coast Railroad Museum?

South Coast Railroad Museum is located in a welcoming area of Goleta known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near South Coast Railroad Museum?

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from South Coast Railroad Museum. Other good options within 5 miles include The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to South Coast Railroad Museum?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Coast Railroad Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Coast Railroad Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near South Coast Railroad Museum.

What can I see and do near South Coast Railroad Museum?

Enjoy the outdoors at Goleta Point, Goleta Butterfly Grove or Santa Barbara Orchid Estate. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Goleta Beach, Isla Vista Beach and Campus Beach. Bring the family to Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens, Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond and Ellings Performing Arts Center while you're checking out the area near South Coast Railroad Museum.

Search Hotels Near South Coast Railroad Museum, Goleta

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for South Coast Railroad Museum hotels

1. Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

2. Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3. Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

4. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

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

6. Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

7. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

8. Marina Beach Hotel

9. Harbor House Inn

10. Simpson House Inn

11. Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel

12. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

13. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

14. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

15. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

16. Casa Yano by The Beach

17. La Playa Inn

18. Palihouse Santa Barbara

19. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

20. Santa Barbara Inn

Compare popular hotels close to South Coast Railroad Museum

Top South Coast Railroad Museum Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Extended Stay America Suites Santa Barbara Calle Real

Rose Garden Inn

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Other attractions near South Coast Railroad Museum

University of California, Santa Barbara

Rancho La Patera and Stow House

Glen Annie Golf Club

Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens

Camino Real Marketplace

Ellings Performing Arts Center

Lost Valley Trail

UC SB Events Center

Frequently asked questions