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University of California, Santa Barbara Travel Info

Closest neighborhoods	Las Positas, Hope Ranch and Isla Vista
Number of nearby hotels	1,111
Known landmarks	Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond, Haskell's Beach and Lookout County Park
5-star hotel	The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
4-star hotel	The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3-star hotels	Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta, Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta and Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
Location	Goleta, United States of America

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Goleta Beach

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Goleta Beach, a popular beach in Santa Barbara. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of California, Santa Barbara?

University of California, Santa Barbara is located in a welcoming area of Goleta known for its beautiful beaches and bird watching. You'll find 95 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near University of California, Santa Barbara?

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from University of California, Santa Barbara. Other good choices within 5 miles include Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta and Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta.

How many hotels are there close to University of California, Santa Barbara?

Expedia has 95 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from University of California, Santa Barbara.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of California, Santa Barbara, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near University of California, Santa Barbara.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near University of California, Santa Barbara?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near University of California, Santa Barbara, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near University of California, Santa Barbara?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Goleta Point, Goleta Butterfly Grove, or Coal Oil Point Reserve. Isla Vista Beach, Goleta Beach, and More Mesa Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Bring the family to Devereaux Slough, South Coast Railroad Museum, and Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond while you're checking out the area near University of California, Santa Barbara.