Vacation rentals in Isla Vista

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Top-rated vacation rentals in Isla Vista

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Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Comfy Bed/Private/Patio/Secure/Smoke Free

Located near the beautiful SB Mission and Botanical Gardens, this quiet comfortable Cottage is suited for adult guest due to safety consideration not suitable for infants/children. The Cottage has no common walls with host main house. Queen bed, Black out Shades, Air Conditioning - Heating Kitchenette - Private Patio Quiet and Safe, off Street Parking. Ultra clean Non Smokers and sorry No Pets No cooking except microwave, toaster, coffee maker and hot pot. Please No shoes to be worn inside.

May 31 – Jun 7

€ 89 per night
Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 1327 reviews

Private and Cozy Studio

Our private studio is great for couples or single professionals who need a quiet place to work. Studio is furnished with one Queen bed and a two twin beds (trundle bed comes from underneath the twin bed in the picture. Private bathroom and access to our backyard, some guests have used it for Yoga, Meditation and for their kids to run around 10 minute drive to downtown and/or main beaches. Private parking space included for one vehicle. Only minutes from hiking trails, UCSB, Beach, etc.

Guest favorite

Guesthouse in Santa Barbara

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 762 reviews

Tiny Cottage in the Oaks, Midtown Santa Barbara

Enjoy the natural beauty of Santa Barbara minutes from beaches, attractions and wining/dining. The tiny Cottage offers a peaceful, cozy and private getaway with a lovely mountain view deck shaded by beautiful oaks. At 160 square feet, the little cottage is simply appointed with a "cabin" feel. It is perfect for a solo/a traveler or cozy couple with a double (not queen) bed, mini kitchen, and tiny living room. Note that it is very very small. Access requires climbing the stone steps pictured.

Sep 30 – Oct 7

€ 119 per night

Popular amenities for Isla Vista vacation rentals

Stay near Isla Vista's top sights

Freebirds19 locals recommend
University of California, Santa Barbara52 locals recommend
Woodstock's Pizza Isla Vista4 locals recommend
IV Bagel Cafe5 locals recommend
Buddha Bowls3 locals recommend
CAJÉ6 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Isla Vista

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Guest suite in Goleta

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 654 reviews

Private Studio Near Beach 1

Sep 23 – 30

€ 136 per night
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Guest suite in Goleta

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Private Goleta Studio with Balcony

Aug 11 – 18

€ 200 per night
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Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 177 reviews

Tropical Getaway w/Patio Entrance#2

May 31 – Jun 7

€ 164 per night
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Guest suite in Goleta

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 241 reviews

Sandpiper Trails: a coastal preserve experience.

Apr 29 – May 6

€ 518 per night
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Home in Goleta

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

3br/2b Home Near UCSB & Shopping, Family Friendly

Aug 23 – 30

€ 540 per night
Superhost

Guest suite in Goleta

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 238 reviews

Breathtaking Couple's Getaway in SB|Near the Beach

Jun 17 – 24

€ 253 per night
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Loft in Santa Barbara

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 457 reviews

Garden Loft Apartment Near Beach (RENO COMPLETE!)

Nov 14 – 21

€ 342 per night
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Guest suite in Santa Barbara

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 325 reviews

Mi Casita- a sweet Mesa Suite-walk to beach!

Jan 6 – 13

€ 187 per night
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Guest suite in Solvang

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 1086 reviews

Nogmo Farm Studio

Jan 17 – 22

€ 156 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Santa Barbara

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews

Super clean duplex

Feb 24 – Mar 3

€ 142 per night
Guest favorite

Guest suite in Goleta

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Casita Cañón - Adorable Private Suite & Garden

May 18 – 25

€ 255 per night
Superhost

Apartment in Goleta

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Penthouse Apartment Near UCSB

May 3 – 10

€ 353 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Isla Vista

Total rentals

20 properties

Wifi availability

10 properties include access to wifi

Rentals with a pool

10 properties have a pool

Family-friendly rentals

10 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

180 reviews

Nightly prices starting at

€ 28 before taxes and fees

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