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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (539)
"Lovely resort with beautiful grounds"
United States
Nicole
The price is Rp9.240.562
Rp11.769.841 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2037)
"The room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was great, love the waffles. "
United States
John
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (974)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is Rp1.806.300
Rp2.059.182 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
CHANG
The price is Rp2.374.950
Rp2.735.824 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
24.9 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Have stayed here many times and every time it’s more amazing than the previous. Spectacular views, delicious dinner and wonderful ocean view rooms "
United States
Gayane
The price is Rp3.250.504
Rp3.650.900 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
15.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1383)
"Great staff, room was spotless! "
United States
Carina
The price is Rp2.118.221
Rp2.440.085 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1029)
"every thing is as expected，satisfied with our stay"
Canada
Cathy
The price is Rp1.210.388
Rp1.427.757 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 3.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (360)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is Rp2.475.300
Rp2.821.843 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 3.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great location and clean rooms. "
United States
Tim
The Inn at East Beach
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1101)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is Rp1.786.230
Rp2.039.948 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Beachside Inn
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1510)
"Very nice hotel. "
United States
Manuel
The price is Rp3.414.911
Rp3.899.657 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Milo
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

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, (1834)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is Rp2.796.420
Rp3.193.372 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1010)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is Rp2.253.133
Rp2.568.571 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Marina Beach Motel
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

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, (1110)
"Great accommodation "
United States
Cheryl
The price is Rp2.686.871
Rp3.063.032 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is Rp2.090.625
Rp2.387.327 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper Riviera
6.8 out of 10, (631)
"Nice atmosphere and garden seating area on property. "
United States
Ben
Casa Del Sol
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1222)
"We like this location a lot and will stay there again in the future."
United States
Eddie
The price is Rp1.471.633
Rp1.695.246 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Beach nearby
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

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, (1002)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Exterior
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta

Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
2.5 star property
12 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Clean room friendly staff. Nice hot showers!"
United States
Daniel
The price is Rp2.966.012
Rp3.387.038 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hampton Inn Santa Barbara/Goleta
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1103)
"Room was spotless, comfortable and staff was great."
United States
Roderick
The price is Rp3.379.437
Rp3.929.609 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb
Hotel Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

Find the best Upper Riviera areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Upper Riviera Hotel Reviews

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean, staff was friendly and courteous. Good location."
Zeb 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Sandpiper Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Upper Riviera like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Barbara's Upper Riviera neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Franceschi Park as part of your Upper Riviera travel plans.
What's a favourite place to stay in Upper Riviera?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, El Encanto Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Upper Riviera. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Upper Riviera?
Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Upper Riviera.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
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.