Riviera Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Stay near popular Riviera attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in Riviera

El Encanto Santa Barbara
"Me and my husband had a very nice stay here! Our room was so spacious and spotless and featured a remarkably comfortable bed. The staff were incredibly accommodating and efficient. Great location and beautiful grounds. Overall, it’s a solid 5 star experience."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
"I love the style of the style of a hotel which I understand was recently redone. It would've been nice to have somewhere to have something to eat like a restaurant or room service in the morning or morning coffee. Of course stay straight is right out front but it's nice to be able to go directly ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Clean and adequate"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"The pool and breakfast were good. The room we had smelled bad and the buttons on the air conditioner were broken. There were many construction trucks parked on the property and a few of those construction workers were smoking heavily. There are signs all over that say this is a non smoking facility. ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"A traveller's hotel that is perfectly fine for an overnight, but very utilitarian."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Was not what I expected."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Riviera

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.






















