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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

Exterior

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is NT$23,996
NT$29,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
El Encanto Santa Barbara
WiFi (free), bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
17.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,439 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking. Staff was very friendly. Great motel to take the dogs."
United States
Teresa
The price is NT$2,638
NT$3,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
View from property

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, (1,113 reviews)
"Clean rooms , great breakfast 🍳, nice pool, 🏊‍♀️"
United States
Lorena
The price is NT$9,302
NT$10,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Room amenity

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, (1,421 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and friendly. Great location! Rooms were cute and comfortable."
United States
Jenny
The price is NT$5,914
NT$6,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (356 reviews)
"Very nice and clean facility, but kind of spendy, but I suppose that's what you have to do to stay across from the beach."
United States
Guy
The price is NT$10,342
NT$13,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Exterior

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,256 reviews)
"Great property and pool and breakfast!!!"
United States
Shubhrangshu
The price is NT$6,986
NT$8,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel! Our second stay and definitely not our last!"
United States
Logan J
The price is NT$10,790
NT$12,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Santa Barbara Inn
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,883 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent, room exceeded expectations"
United States
Thomas
The price is NT$9,523
NT$10,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Inn By The Harbor
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,553 reviews)
"Location, pool, hottub, breakfast, in room fridge& microwave---great value for price!"
United States
Nancy
The price is NT$4,636
NT$5,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Sandpiper Lodge
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant stay and definitely stay here again!"
United States
Andrea
The price is NT$6,856
NT$7,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,017 reviews)
"Beautiful location."
United States
Patricia
The price is NT$7,034
NT$7,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
6.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,121 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay!"
United States
Kristine
The price is NT$7,063
NT$8,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.9 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,020 reviews)
"Facilities were clean and the restaurant was great."
United States
Gloria
The price is NT$6,269
NT$7,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Front of property - evening/night

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"great place to stay. Excellent location, very helpful staff, will definitely stay here again"
United States
darryl a
The price is NT$9,281
NT$10,580 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
La Playa Inn
Exterior

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,018 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is NT$4,000
NT$4,817 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 3.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very close to the beach."
United States
Pamela
The price is NT$5,136
NT$5,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
The Inn at East Beach
Free daily continental breakfast

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,353 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is NT$9,993
NT$11,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Lavender Inn by the Sea
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean and the staff was so nice!"
United States
Gabriela
The price is NT$11,276
NT$13,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Mason Beach Inn
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Anthony
The price is NT$9,495
NT$12,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Montecito Inn
Garden

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,199 reviews)
"Clean hotel, close to the freeway and State Street."
United States
Alan
The price is NT$7,210
NT$8,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott
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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 East Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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 coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

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

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"It was centraly located on state st . There is a great restaurant kinda old timey right across the street. It’s called joes and it’s open early and late. They have way to tip the cleaning crew but not the valet. But overall it was really nice place to stay"
Robert Steven 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Santa Barbara

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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