Welcome to Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta, nestled near the University of California. Start your day with a breakfast buffet and unwind in the spa tub or by the outdoor pool. With free grocery shopping service, dry cleaning/laundry services, and helpful staff on hand, you can make yourself at home.
Rancho La Patera and Stow House - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
South Coast Railroad Museum - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
University of California, Santa Barbara - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 6 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 45 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 8 min drive
Goleta Station - 10 min walk
Santa Barbara Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 18 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Wendy's - 3 min drive
Costa Terraza - 4 min drive
About this property
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta puts you just a 5-minute drive from University of California, Santa Barbara and Camino Real Marketplace. For a workout, you can visit the fitness center or go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool. Also, Santa Barbara Harbor and Upper State Street are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
118 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 15 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 3 to September 9:
Hot tub
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 171 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Self parking costs USD 15 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
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Frequently asked questions
Does Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 171 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 15 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta and nearby?
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta has an outdoor pool and a hot tub, as well as a fitness center and a picnic area.
Does Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a coffee maker, a toaster, and cookware.
What's the area around Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta like?
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is in Old Town, a short 10-minute walk from Goleta Station.
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Reviews
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.6
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as good, great, or wonderful with many choices and high-quality food. (18 reviews)
The pool area was a highlight, with many guests enjoying its amenities and activities. (6 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Great service, clean room
Manish
Manish, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2026
The hotel was very nice. Clean property,
Clean common areas, and clean room.
W Barron
W Barron, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
Great location and hotel
Kristie
Kristie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Excellent location
Raquel
Raquel, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 11, 2025
All the staff we met were wonderful:helpful, courteous and friendly. The facility is beautiful and clean, the breakfasts were wonderful. My only concern is that in 4 days, we had no fresh towels or the trash removed except once when I requested it at the front desk.
Lynne
Lynne, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 19, 2025
Staff were friendly and courteous
Stephanie
Stephanie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2025
Family’s friendly but still felt upscale. Nice room layout. Decorated well. Very safe and clean. Close to restaurants and close to Santa Barbara.
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
They have the best room amenities in Santa Barbara
Coredareo
Coredareo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2025
Clean and good hotel
Amul
Amul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
Great location in proximity to enjoyable areas.
Allan
Allan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Staff is fantastic, breakfast included is awesome! pool area and activities are great. We had a great family time around the fire pit making smores!
Anhayte
Anhayte, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Anniversary Weekend Trip
Very easy access to all that Santa Barbara has to offer and much less expensive than comparable quality hotels in Santa Barbara proper. Huge rooms with great amenities and wonderful outdoor space. Very nice stay.
Christopher
Christopher, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 18, 2024
This hotel was very nice it had just been remodeled the staff was very nice and it was close to all the stores on State street.
Bobbi
Bobbi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
Great property--very comfortable and safe parking with lights.
Aimee
Aimee, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
First time there, will be back. Great rooms
Stacey
Stacey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2024
Roomy, spotless clean, and superbly friendly service. I am looking forward to staying here again.
Dale
Dale, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2025
The rooms are clean and nice. The hotel is next to the airport, but the noise wasn't an issue.
Stanley
Stanley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2024
The location and staff exceeded my expectations.
Mireya
Mireya, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 1, 2024
Very friendly and family oriented
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 9, 2024
Will stay again
Clean comfortable rooms. Friendly staff. Very good breakfast
Michael
Michael, 14-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2024
Will stay again
Wonderful check in and great amenities. Loved the evening hot tub and fire pit.
Stayed in a lot of places around UCSB and this was one of the nicest
Joshua
Joshua, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
Friendly staff, beautiful building. Rooms are specious and clean.
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1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 14, 2024
Kids enjoyed the golf and heated pool
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 30, 2025
Great staff and service. Towels could be softer.
Donald
Donald, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
I felt safe and comfortable while traveling alone. The property was very clean. The courtyard was beautiful and relaxing! I loved the fire places and bbq area. I will definitely choose this property while in the Santa Barbara area again.