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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

1. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (597 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is Rp11.204.725
Rp14.083.359 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
El Encanto Santa Barbara

2. 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, (1,928 reviews)
"Great location within walking distance to the beach and many restaurants. Pool area is also a nice option for a relaxing day with a good book."
United States
Kalle
The price is Rp4.771.961
Rp5.449.340 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Inn By The Harbor

3. 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, (1,029 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a show at the Bowl!"
United States
Patty
The price is Rp3.143.339
Rp3.589.537 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

4. 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, (1,041 reviews)
"Great location! Friendly staff. Enjoyable stay."
United States
Dorothea
The price is Rp3.494.565
Rp3.983.804 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Upham Hotel

5. The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach
4.0 star property
8.5 km from Upper Riviera
The price is Rp6.900.660
Rp11.083.522 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Big Yellow House Lofts by the beach

6. 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, (1,029 reviews)
"Perfect Gem to get away for a day or two"
United States
David
The price is Rp3.420.108
Rp3.841.465 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

7. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
17.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,624 reviews)
"Great place to stay, and a nice pool!"
United States
Heather
The price is Rp1.496.912
Rp1.794.688 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8. 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)
"Loved the outdoor seating area for evening happy hour"
United States
Suzanne
The price is Rp4.285.310
Rp4.893.453 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Lavender Inn by the Sea

9. 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, (2,394 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is Rp2.850.503
Rp3.387.837 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10. 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, (1,117 reviews)
"Nice breakfast selection Friendly staff Great pool and hot tub Amazing location"
United Kingdom
Joanna
The price is Rp4.405.806
Rp5.022.619 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

11. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"Close to beach."
United States
Shubh
The price is Rp2.896.338
Rp3.301.825 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Inn at East Beach

12. 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, (1,470 reviews)
"It was a 2 day getaway with a great location to the beach. It was perfect for our trip."
United States
Veronica
The price is Rp2.604.556
Rp2.974.273 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

13. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"The property was very beautiful. Staff was friendly."
United States
Emma
The price is Rp5.113.566
Rp5.841.143 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Santa Barbara Inn

14. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
North State, 3.1 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,382 reviews)
"It was a fun stay on a buddy golf trip"
United States
Scott
The price is Rp2.245.369
Rp2.564.214 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lemon Tree Inn

15. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,477 reviews)
"Great location and fun updated hotel. "
United States
Marilyn
The price is Rp4.288.141
Rp4.986.346 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara

16. 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, (1,015 reviews)
"A great little beach getaway! The king deck room was great. Very convenient location."
United States
Victoria
The price is Rp2.848.734
Rp3.253.111 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

17. 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, (1,432 reviews)
"Great location Very nice staff"
United States
Liad
The price is Rp4.636.522
Rp5.294.676 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

18. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State, 4.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,648 reviews)
"Great place to stay as a solo traveler."
United States
Vania
The price is Rp2.316.675
Rp2.641.006 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sandpiper Lodge

19. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,394 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andrew
The price is Rp1.293.077
Rp1.560.288 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

20. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"It’s a good place with nice and friendly stuff. Close to the beach, restaurants and bars."
United States
Inna
The price is Rp3.153.071
Rp3.594.500 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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

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.

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 Arlington Theater or Lobero Theater 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.

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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 our traveller 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 should I expect to find in Upper Riviera?
Expedia has 21 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.