Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta is a 3-star Mediterranean-style hotel located minutes from UCSB, Goleta Beach, and FLIR Systems campus. Guests enjoy contemporary rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars alongside suites with separate living areas.
The hotel features an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, fitness center, cozy fire pits, and a casual American bistro serving Starbucks coffee and cocktails. Business travelers benefit from meeting rooms, a business center, and convenient proximity to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport and local shopping destinations.
What's Included:
🏊 Outdoor heated pool and hot tub
🍽️ On-site American restaurant with Starbucks coffee
🖥️ Business center and meeting rooms
💪 Fitness center and outdoor courtyard with fire pits
Important Information:
Parking: Paid parking available ($15/night)Check-in typically requires photo ID and credit cardNo complimentary breakfast; bistro serves meals and drinksAirport shuttle not providedThe hotel is popular with business travelers especially those visiting nearby FLIR campus, and offers modern comfort with a vibrant Southern California atmosphere.
Haley's Pick 🍽️
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Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🔥 Courtyard Courtyard Fire Pits: Evening gatherings by the fire pits provide a cozy, social atmosphere unlike typical hotels.
💼 Business Travelers’ Hub: Proximity to FLIR campus and meeting rooms make it ideal for corporate guests and conference attendees.
🌄 2nd Floor Rooms for Quiet: Reviews suggest upper floor rooms help reduce street and courtyard noise, enhancing rest.
☕ Bistro Coffee Perks: The on-site bistro offers Starbucks and casual dining—convenient after busy days or early mornings.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Guests consistently praise the Courtyard Marriott Goleta for its clean, spacious rooms, friendly and attentive staff, and excellent location near UCSB and FLIR Systems. The pool, fire pits, and bistro attract positive remarks. Criticisms focus mainly on noise issues due to thin walls and proximity to the airport, slow check-in at times, and limited EV charging spots. Some guests note parking fees as a downside.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
