Title: Visit Goleta: Best of Goleta Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Goleta](https://expedia.ca/Goleta-Hotels.d8010.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Goleta](https://expedia.ca/Goleta-Vacation-Rentals.d8010.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Goleta](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Goleta.d8010.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Goleta](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Goleta.d8010.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Goleta Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Goleta.d8010.Car-Rental-Guide)[Goleta Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Goleta.d8010.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Goleta ## Travel Guide ![Goleta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/73246a3658fe9b7f0ba1b67a79b507a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Goleta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/929a50396714dc6bad06fbb22840e49e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Goleta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/605af5bc836fcadadca14973c66dc1e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Carl Bolstad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/69a50b50d75f3ee897dc324fbedbba55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Carl Bolstad](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/69a50b50d75f3ee897dc324fbedbba55.jpg) ![Photo by Lisa Travelfeet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c9a8d49f34eaab0c312d93bd93f08238.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Lisa Travelfeet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c9a8d49f34eaab0c312d93bd93f08238.jpg) ## Visit Goleta Things to do Reviews - Goleta Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Goleta ![The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523800/523758/9d3c9fd1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara 8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA CA $650 CA $824 total Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experiences. It is wonderful to hear that you found our accommodations to be so satisfactory. Your kind words about our services are truly encouraging to our dedicated team. We hope you will consider staying with us again during your ... Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F01%2F2026&endDate=07%2F01%2F2026&selected=523758&PinnedHotelID=523758&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=8010) ![Best Western Plus South Coast Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13294/37315741_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus South Coast Inn 5620 Calle Real Goleta CA CA $205 CA $234 total Dec 17 - Dec 18 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Well maintained facility, good service. Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025&selected=13294&PinnedHotelID=13294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=8010) ![The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21100/21076/22a5f178_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 5650 Calle Real Goleta CA CA $208 CA $238 total Dec 22 - Dec 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (947 reviews) Was a clean place to lay our heads for one night. Convenient to my grandma’s house. Would stay here again. Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F12%2F2025&endDate=23%2F12%2F2025&selected=21076&PinnedHotelID=21076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=8010) [See all 1,835 properties in Goleta](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F12%2F2025&endDate=18%2F12%2F2025®ionId=8010) Lowest 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. ![Family Cabin | Bunk Beds + Kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120640000/120638200/120638180/ec041814_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Family Cabin | Bunk Beds + Kitchenette Santa Barbara CA Stay at this cabin in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions El Capitan State Beach and Refugio State Beach are located nearby. 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Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-California-Goleta.d6063347.Vacation-Attraction) ![El Capitan State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/605af5bc836fcadadca14973c66dc1e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### El Capitan State Beach 4.5/5(7 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at El Capitan State Beach during your travels in Goleta? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/El-Capitan-State-Beach-Goleta.d6323342.Vacation-Attraction) ![Refugio State Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fb30db1eed59b7783486474fc7963d11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Refugio State Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Refugio State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Goleta. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. 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