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Featured Motels in Goleta
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Oct. 6 - Oct. 7
Rather basic room, nothing extra but all essential. Good location for an overnight stay, gas station with shop next door. Confortable bed, clean linens.
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Oct. 1 - Oct. 2
Very friendly staff and wonderful location. The place was clean and the process was smooth.
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Oct. 13 - Oct. 14
The place was in an area very close to downtown and especially the beach!
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Sep. 16 - Sep. 17
Delightful and very convenient to walk around the whole town. Lovely breakfast places nearby.The staff were very nice and welcoming.
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Oct. 1 - Oct. 2
Great location...... Stay here how many times on their way traveling north and south off the 101. Always the same never changes
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Oct. 13 - Oct. 14
I liked that the property has been renovated, and that the room was clean.
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Oct. 1 - Oct. 2
2 bedrooms are right condition for us. it meet our expectation
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Sep. 16 - Sep. 17
Charming, private, clean and quiet. Reservations were very easy online, registration was very quick and pleasant, the continental breakfast the is complementary was a real treat, very Danish.
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Sep. 29 - Sep. 30
It was very clean! That only thing I wish it had was an iron.
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Sep. 30 - Oct. 1
The location is great. The property is funky, a little worn out but our room was huge with a full kitchen. We would stay there again and next time we’ll bring our dogs!
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Sep. 16 - Sep. 17
The property manager was very nice. The property itself was neat and simple, but had all the requirements, including an extra lock on the door. The place didn't seem all that safe. The room smelled like smoke. I was a little unnerved that the property manager was clearly asleep and seemed upset that ...
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Sep. 18 - Sep. 19
Liked the proximity to the beach. It was very clean. Felt it was safe. Front desk gentleman was very nice and let us check in early. This made up for the fact that the bed was not a queen size - I have two double beds at home and it was the exact same size. The mattress was one of the most comfortable ...
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
5620 Calle Real, Goleta, CALowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Goleta Motels for the Frugal Traveler
You can select from more than 15 hotels and other lodging choices in Goleta, though there are only 2 economical motels. When you pick one of these cheaper accommodations, there might not be abundant amenities like you'd find at a traditional hotel but you'll save more money for your trip.
Because you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Goleta. Not-to-be-missed sights include Los Padres National Forest in Goleta, as well as Santa Barbara Natural History Museum and Mission Santa Barbara in the area.
Fun fact: Beginning in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66. At many motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool.
Below are some of Expedia customers' best-rated Goleta motels to select from:
Motel 6 Santa Barbara - Goleta
- Stay within a 10-minute drive of University of California-Santa Barbara and Los Padres National Forest.
- Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Barbara/Goleta
- An outdoor pool along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.
- It's located within a quick 5-minute drive of Goleta Beach.
Things to Do in Goleta
In this family-friendly area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Goleta for its shops, cafés, and bars.Here are favorite places in and around Goleta:
- Los Padres National Forest
- Santa Barbara Natural History Museum
- Mission Santa Barbara
These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:
- Coal Oil Point Reserve
- Goleta Butterfly Grove
- El Capitan State Beach
You'll find these family-friendly attractions in the area:
- Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens
- Santa Barbara Zoo
Goleta is also popular for its:
- Sports
- University life
Best Time to Visit Goleta
Determine the perfect time for your visit to Goleta by reviewing these seasonal weather details:- The hottest months are typically August and September, while December and January are the coldest months
- January-March: Daytime temperatures average 66° F and nighttime temperatures average 40° F
- April-June: 72° F is the daytime average and 46° F is the nighttime average
- July-September: Daytime averages are around 75° F and nighttime averages are around 54° F
- October-December: The average temperatures are 73° F during the day and 40° F at night
- Average rainfall is 17.09 inches in a year
How to Get to Goleta and Around the Area
| Name | Type | Distance |
| Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) | Airport | 0.9 mi (1.4 km) |
| Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) | Airport | 18.4 mi (29.6 km) |
| Goleta Station | Train Station | 0.9 mi (1.4 km) |
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