Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
6350 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117, Goleta, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.5 / 5
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is a relaxed, 3-star, all-suite hotel in an industrial area on Hollister Ave, directly across the street from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Suites are designed for longer stays, with warm studios offering free Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, and in-room kitchens plus sitting areas with sofabeds; 1- and 2-bedroom layouts add separate living rooms for more space. Complimentary offerings include a breakfast buffet, regular cocktail receptions, and parking. On-site amenities include an outdoor pool, hot tub, gym, and outdoor BBQ facilities with picnic tables for casual meals. The location places you about 2 miles from the University of California, Santa Barbara and close to Goleta Beach Park (about 2.1 km away), while Santa Barbara attractions like Old Mission Santa Barbara, the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, and Stearns Wharf are a short drive away.
Best for
This property suits travelers who want suite-style space and the convenience of in-room kitchens, especially for multi-night stays and groups that benefit from studios through 2-bedroom options. It’s also well-suited to travelers who value quick access to the airport and UC Santa Barbara, plus on-site features like a pool, hot tub, gym, and outdoor BBQ/picnic area.
Travel tips
Because the hotel sits across from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, it can be a convenient choice for early flights or late arrivals; planning airport transfers is straightforward from this address. If you want beach time close to the hotel, Goleta Beach Park is about 2.1 km away; major Santa Barbara sights like Stearns Wharf (about 14.7 km) and the Funk Zone (about 14.2 km) are best reached by car. Consider day trips to nearby museums and gardens, including the Santa Barbara Museum of Art (about 12.9 km) and the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden (about 12.6 km).
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight very clean rooms and a generally modern feel, with suites that feel practical for longer stays thanks to kitchens and generous space. Service is often described positively, and the outdoor areas (including pool-side amenities and BBQ-style hangout space) come up as a plus. Pet-friendliness is also mentioned as a draw. The most common critiques focus on value—some reviewers feel the hotel is expensive for the location and overall amenity level—and there are occasional complaints about breakfast quality/variety and responsiveness to in-room issues.
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