Book your stay at one of our All Gaucho Reunion hotel sponsors below!
The Club & Guest House
The Club & Guest House welcomes guests to dine, stay, meet and gather in an architectural icon—newly renovated and expanded—in the heart of the UC Santa Barbara campus. The facility offers an all-inclusive guest experience with fine-dining luncheon settings, a 34-room, boutique hotel-style Guest House, private meeting areas, state-of-the-art conference spaces and an outdoor terrace for special occasions. Room blocks, conference packages and membership opportunities are available. The Club & Guest House (former UCSB Faculty Club), boasts a modernized design by acclaimed architects Moore Ruble Yudell and is proud to have achieved LEED silver certification for its sustainable and energy-efficient construction.
Hotel Californian
This 121 room hotel is just steps away from the beach and the Funk Zone. Immerse yourself in luxury, shop Santa Barbara’s historic downtown State Street, and take a dip in the rooftop pool. This new resort has been highlighted in countless magazines and publications!
Kimpton Goodland
Only two miles away from UCSB, The Kimpton Goodland is the epitome of true Californian style. With chic surf-inspired rooms, delightful food and beverage options, and an ambiance of artistic sophistication, we promise an experience you won’t forget. UCSB alumni and family also enjoy an exclusive offer of up to 25% our best rates! Click here and book today.
Ramada Inn
Members receive up to a 20% discount. Call the Ramada at (805)-964-3511 and ask for the UCSB Alumni Rate.
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Receive up to 15% off our Best Available Rate. Call (805) 967-3200 and ask for the Gaucho rate. Located close to UCSB and the Santa Barbara Airport. Relax at our newly renovated property. Includes use of our heated pool, spa, gym and hot breakfast.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara
Nestled in the coveted Gaviota Coast of Santa Barbara, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a Spanish colonial styled oceanfront resort of unsurpassed beauty and mystical charm. With direct beach access, a 42,000-square foot luxury spa, six culinary venues, including Angel Oak - the resort’s signature restaurant, and a multitude of other resort amenities, this 358-room resort is the perfect all-encompassing retreat offering privacy and close proximity to nearby world-class wineries and Santa Barbara attractions.
Hampton Inn Goleta
Conveniently located in the heart of Old Town Goleta, the Hampton Inn Goleta is situated perfectly between the Santa Barbara Airport, UCSB, and beautiful Goleta beaches. Downtown Santa Barbara is at your fingertips and boasts exciting attractions including the Old Mission, Santa Barbara Zoo, Stearns Wharf, Wine Tasting, and additional beaches. Santa Ynez Wine Country is a short drive away. Our updated, comfortable guestrooms include a mini refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker. Our complimentary hot breakfast buffet, available each morning, features eggs or omelettes, breakfast meats, hot and cold cereals, toast, pastries, waffles, fresh fruit and fresh juices. All guests will enjoy our complimentary wireless internet and complimentary parking. Get in a quick workout in our well-equipped exercise room, relax in our outdoor pool, or get some work done in our business center.
Hilton Garden Inn
Welcome to The Garden! Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara Goleta is a contemporary hotel located less than 1 mile to the University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB). Guests will relax and unwind in a stylish guest room featuring modern amenities. Arguably Goleta’s best breakfast buffet is at the Garden Grille, open daily. Our Roof Top Bistro & Bar is a modern open-air dining experience, offering craft cocktails, local beer and wine, and Santa Barbara fresh fare. Join us for nights under the market lights lounging in a laid-back setting, nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the coast. Open daily from sunset to stars. Live entertainment Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Transportation
To Santa Barbara
Official Transportation Sponsor
Santa Barbara Airbus
Get to and from LAX easily and fast!
Santa Barbara Airbus was founded in 1983 as a locally owned and operated transportation company. Our mission is to enrich the lives of our customers by providing convenient, enjoyable and beneficial transportation to and from Santa Barbara and LAX as well as offer private charter services and fun day-trips. Call us for more information at 805-964-7759 or visit our website at sbairbus.com.
Around Campus and Isla Vista
HOPR Bike Share
HOPR is powering 600 new dockless bikes in the University of California, Santa Barbara this August. HOPR bikes are a fun, healthy, and low cost commuting option for UCSB and Isla Vista. To get hoppin’, download the HOPR Transit App and choose a pass.
Amtrak
Experience a better way to travel. Spread out. Kick back. Sleep. Eat. Refresh. Step off the train and leap into the sights and sounds of the American landscape, from great cities to quaint towns and amazing vistas. Amtrak brings them all to you in comfort and convenience