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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

1. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (611 reviews)
"A great hotel where service and kindness are evident everywhere but not pretentious in any sense. Made for a relaxing stay in beautiful surroundings."
United States
Matthew
The price is NT$20,246
NT$25,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,534 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is NT$7,796
NT$9,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Santa Barbara
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

3. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location and pool and restaurant"
United States
melanie
The price is NT$9,297
NT$10,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Santa Barbara Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

4. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3 km from Upper Riviera
7.6 out of 10, Good, (488 reviews)
"Chessboard & the pool and of course the beautiful view were the highlights of our visit!"
United States
John
The price is NT$7,355
NT$9,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

5. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.9 km from Upper Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is NT$12,868
NT$14,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

6. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is NT$6,882
NT$7,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

7. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.5 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is NT$11,148
NT$14,366 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.

8. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Love this hotel and the staff was amazing!"
United States
Alyse
The price is NT$8,231
NT$10,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

9. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.9 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and the location was excellent."
United States
Kirsten
The price is NT$5,481
NT$6,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating arrangements, and a blue armchair.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 2.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (286 reviews)
"It's an older property but has been renovated. It's got a 50's motel vibe. Nice inside courtyard with the pool and hot but in the middle with a bar. Rooms are decent. Centrally located."
United States
arjang
The price is NT$7,499
NT$8,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

11. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,118 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is NT$7,358
NT$8,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

12. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (504 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is NT$7,845
NT$8,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

13. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,462 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff."
United States
Richard
The price is NT$8,103
NT$9,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

14. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,509 reviews)
"Amazing location, super clean rooms, comfortable beds, highly recommend!!"
United States
Tammy
The price is NT$3,835
NT$4,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

15. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (341 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Conveniently located, clean and safe."
United States
Matthew
The price is NT$5,729
NT$8,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

16. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is NT$6,374
NT$7,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Playa Inn
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

17. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"The location was great"
United States
Mario
The price is NT$9,972
NT$11,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Harbor View Inn
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven.

18. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 3.1 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"parking for guests, clean room, and staff were very friendly"
United States
Reiko
The price is NT$4,116
NT$4,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

19. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is NT$7,788
NT$8,878 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Upham Hotel
A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.

20. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.8 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Great location, within walking distance of most things. Parking was easy."
United States
Maria
The price is NT$3,463
NT$6,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

Find the best Upper Riviera areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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 West Beach.

A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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 Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Upper Riviera Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The Franciscan was an excellent choice for our stopover in Santa Barbara. Staff was excellent, beds were the comfiest hotel beds ever, grounds were beautiful, and it was the perfect location to walk to the beach and pier. They even have bicycles to use!"
Jonathan 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is Upper Riviera like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Barbara's Upper Riviera neighborhood. Consider a visit to Franceschi Park as part of your Upper Riviera travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Upper Riviera?
Based on our traveler data, El Encanto Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper Riviera. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper Riviera?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations in Upper Riviera to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Santa Barbara area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Upper Riviera, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Upper Riviera.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Upper Riviera?
For additional details about updating your trip to Upper Riviera or cancelling it, click here.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Franceschi Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Upper Riviera. Santa Barbara Bowl and Rattlesnake Canyon Trail are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

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