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Our top choices for Lower Riviera hotels

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,544 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is Rp4.360.361
Rp5.070.326 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

2. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is Rp6.009.328
Rp7.770.768 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

3. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Lower 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 Rp7.196.800
Rp8.218.386 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

4. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.1 km from Lower Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is Rp3.821.141
Rp4.363.552 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern building entrance with a staircase leading up to a door marked '1601'.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (289 reviews)
"To expensive for a motel like room"
Canada
Mariola
The price is Rp4.193.935
Rp4.781.086 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

6. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (343 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is Rp2.909.015
Rp4.653.486 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

7. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.6 km from Lower Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is Rp4.371.156
Rp4.983.064 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Upham Hotel
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

8. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.1 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and the location was excellent."
United States
Kirsten
The price is Rp3.043.347
Rp3.475.335 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

9. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
0.6 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (613 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 Rp12.594.400
Rp15.691.993 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A garden with a stone pathway, two Adirondack chairs, and a wooden table.

10. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (734 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is Rp5.246.467
Rp7.200.264 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Simpson House Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

11. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
7.6 out of 10, Good, (492 reviews)
"clean room and the view"
United States
CARLOS
The price is Rp4.113.871
Rp5.506.037 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.1 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Great location, within walking distance of most things. Parking was easy."
United States
Maria
The price is Rp2.005.813
Rp3.623.817 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
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, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,469 reviews)
"this is the second time we stayed here and both times have been amazing, clean, well taking care of, amazing service"
United States
Jesus
The price is Rp3.874.755
Rp4.424.776 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

14. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (504 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is Rp4.517.791
Rp5.159.092 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

15. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (929 reviews)
"One staff member in particular was amazing, he brought us towels to the pool and was generally great."
United States
Leonardo
The price is Rp1.799.200
Rp2.054.686 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Orange Tree Inn
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, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is Rp3.564.845
Rp4.063.923 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

17. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
1.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (879 reviews)
"Well located and clean room. Easy to park."
United States
Rhea
The price is Rp2.320.968
Rp2.645.904 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Presidio
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

18. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,121 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is Rp3.502.143
Rp3.992.425 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

19. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.6 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable rooms."
United States
Rich
The price is Rp2.451.410
Rp4.127.816 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

20. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,436 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is Rp2.574.655
Rp3.075.068 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Riviera

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,544 reviews
View
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
343 reviews
View
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.
Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
443 reviews
View
A garden with a stone pathway, two Adirondack chairs, and a wooden table.
Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
734 reviews
View
A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
318 reviews
View

Where to stay in Lower Riviera

Find the best Lower Riviera areas 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 area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

Top Lower Riviera Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent customer service"
Myrna 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower Riviera like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Santa Barbara Bowl as part of your Lower Riviera travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Lower Riviera area?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options in Lower 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 Lower Riviera, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Lower Riviera.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Santa Barbara Bowl is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Riviera. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, make sure that you visit other sights such as Franceschi Park or Alice Keck Memorial Garden.