Upper Riviera, CA
Santa Barbara
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El Encanto Santa Barbara
"Incredible. One of my top 5 resorts to go to."
Reviewed on 2026/8/9
Hotel Santa Barbara
"Perfectly located in the heart of downtown. Beautiful hotel and polite and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 2026/8/14
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"I booked through Expedia. Expedia did not pay motel 6 or the new property name/ownership Vagabond. I had to pay again $500 for my stay. I couldn’t get a refund, this wasn’t explained, all my email reservations said paid, and I wasn’t the only one experiencing the same issues. I still don’t have my ..."
Reviewed on 2026/8/15
Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"It’s a fine hotel, the room was clean, plenty of parking & safe. It just needs an update. The staff is really helpful & everyone was kind."
Reviewed on 2026/8/14
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Where to stay in Upper Riviera
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.
Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
East Beach
East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
