University of California, Santa Barbara - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
Goleta Beach - 5 min drive - 5.5 km
Upper State Street - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
Isla Vista Beach - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
Mission Santa Barbara - 12 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 6 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 40 min drive
Goleta Station - 9 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's - 5 min drive
Zodo’s Bowling and Beyond - 12 min walk
Taco Bell - 13 min walk
Nikka Fish Market & Grill - 6 min walk
Phresh Teas Company - 4 min drive
About this property
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Situated by the ocean, Best Western Plus South Coast Inn is a great choice for a stay in Goleta. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness centre, or go for a swim in the outdoor pool. A hot tub and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
121 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Up to 4 children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Use of nearby fitness centre
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Business centre
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1986
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
DVD player
32-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
More
Weekly housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 2 December to 8 January:
Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from 2 December 2024 to 9 January 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
Swimming pool
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Best Western Plus South
Best Western Plus South Coast
Best Western Plus South Coast Goleta
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
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South Coast Inn
Best Western Goleta
Best Western Plus South Coast Hotel Goleta
Goleta Best Western
Best Western Plus Coast Goleta
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn Hotel
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn Goleta
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn Hotel Goleta
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Best Western Plus South Coast Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus South Coast Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Best Western Plus South Coast Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Best Western Plus South Coast Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Best Western Plus South Coast Inn and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, boat tours and hiking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Best Western Plus South Coast Inn also has a fitness centre and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Best Western Plus South Coast Inn like?
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn is a short 6-minute drive from Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) and 12 minutes' walk from Zodo's - Bowling and Beyond. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
31 December 2024
Not very nice hotel
The hotel was pretty run down. The staff was friendly but that was the only real plus. The rooms were barely a step up from a Motel 6. They advertised a hot tub but it was closed. And there were workmen making noise starting at 8am.
Steven
Steven, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 December 2024
Gail Sarstedt
Gail Sarstedt, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 December 2024
Top notch BW property
Modern, clean, spacious.
Tuyen
Tuyen, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
27 December 2024
The breakfast is delicious, equipment in the room is complete, but the hotel facilities are being fixed by the time we stayed there.
Pierre
Pierre, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 December 2024
Comfortable Stay; Crowded Breakfast Area
Reception was friendly and efficient. The room was clean, quiet, and comfortable, with convenient nearby parking. However, the breakfast area was crowded during peak hours, leading to limited seating. Overall, a pleasant stay.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
23 December 2024
Mr. Richard C. Jackson
I stayed in Goleta to visit family during the holiday season. My wife and i have stayed at the hotel a few times previously. This visit i stayed as a single. Unfortunately, the hot tub and pool were out of commission due to upgrades. Other family members are staying at the hotel during my stay. The room was satisfactory. The drainage in the shower was not good. The hotel was convenient. The breakfast cafe was excellent.
Richard
Richard, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
19 December 2024
Terri
Terri, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 December 2024
Corey
Corey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 December 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 December 2024
I'll Stay Again
The hotel was very nice and as expected. The room was clean and tidy. The front desk attendant was very nice. Only minor issue is the door lock was quirky. But I am sure that is an easy fix. The location is very close to many services. Overall, I would definitely stay there again. A good value, particularly for Santa Barbara.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 December 2024
Ivan
Ivan, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2024
UCSB visit
Best Westerns in general are nice. This was very resort like. The people were very nice. Having free breakfast is great when you need something in a hurry and you don't really no the area. It's centrally located between downtown and UCSB where we were visiting. The rooms are a decent size. The beds and pillows were fantastic. I know that seems odd but nothing like a comfy bed when your traveling.
Maggie
Maggie, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
11 November 2024
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 November 2024
Overall nice hotel for the stay ..
Nice staff only downside was the vent in the bathroom that was on the whole time....
There needs to be a switch to turn it off for comfort reasons .... noise and cold air
Andreas
Andreas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 November 2024
Nice courtyard, comfortable room, good breakfast
The room was quiet and comfortable, and breakfast was very good. The courtyard and pool areas are beautiful. We enjoyed trying to identify all the topiary animals!
Ellen
Ellen, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 November 2024
Gorgeous property, breakfast offerings varied daily, very quiet and comfortable.