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Discover 1,450 Upper Riviera hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (831)
"This was our second stay at La Playa Inn. Staff were super helpful and attentive, which we appreciated. For both stays we booked a deluxe king room; the room was located in a quiet area, was clean, spacious, and the bed and pillows were very comfortable. The La Playa Inn has become our preferred hotel when we are in the area. "
The price is $242
$276 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
La Playa Inn
Beach nearby, beach towels
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (854)
"A nice hotel, spacious room. Dogs welcome but extra. Clean. A good place to stay in SB."
The price is $197
$225 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior
Casa Jardin
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"Simple, modern, very clean room and I’m one of those picky people. Perfect for an overnight stay. Walkable area. Felt very safe. Would definitely stay again and recommend."
The price is $116
$243 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Casa Jardin
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Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1039)
"Loved the hotel and location. Very nice staff. Unfortunately we had people in next room that were beyond noisy from the time they arrived at 2:15 am."
The price is $179
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"The room was great! Comfy bed, nice shower, and even complimentary robes! The hot tub and pool were fantastic! It happened to be a cold few days, but the pool was heated and the hot tub was very large- could fit up to 14 ppl. Also, the hotel is an a super ideal location-Right in front of the harbor and the lively, beautiful pier. The complimentary, evening wine and snack hour was great! The staff were all super friendly and helpful. The only downsides was that there was no microwave in the room...
The price is $224
$256 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (485)
"The staff was absolutely exceptional and made the experience so great. Can't wait to go back again! "
The price is $820
$936 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view
Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Check in was very quick and nice. Person at check in was very helpful in telling us about restaurants nearby. We stayed on the ground floor w/an ocean view. Room was very nice. Didn't notice any noise outside in the hall even though our room was in front of the elevators. The restaurant, Convivo, was good also. The staff at the bar was super friendly and service was excellent. "
The price is $305
$348 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Santa Barbara Inn
Front of property - evening/night
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (862)
"Great location. On property parking. Walkable to beach and boardwalk area. No issues with stay."
The price is $149
$170 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property - evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1593)
"It was small and you felt like family "
The price is $229
$262 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Inn By The Harbor
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (823)
"Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well."
The price is $729
$874 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Hotel Californian
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"We absolutely LOVED everything about this quaint little hotel nestled beneath the palm trees near the beach. The customer service was top notch from the welcome email received right after booking, to the follow up saying they were looking forward to our arrival. Ben at the front desk treated us like family from the moment we walked in, greeting us with fresh coffee, warm cookies and the inside scoop on a map with everything we would want to see within walking distance. We were pleasantly...
The price is $195
$222 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
The Franciscan Hotel
Fireplace
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (389)
"Friendly staff, nice and clean hotel with good hot breakfast."
The price is $251
$287 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Beach nearby, white sand
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31)
"This was a great stay! I had a room in the "dorm" and it was quiet and convenient. It's near the train station and walkable to the harbor, pier, and downtown. Everyone was so polite and friendly! The place was clean and quiet. "
The price is $146
$166 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1273)
"Couldn't beat the price, it was clean, had breakfast, parking and good service "
The price is $169
$200 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location."
The price is $275
$314 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Harbor View Inn
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"This is a nice hotel in a great location and staff is great! "
The price is $269
$310 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598)
"We had the best hostess here. Everyone was so friendly. Everyone was so nice. The parking is reasonably priced. The hotel is comfortable on its own. I would definitely come back here again just because of the friendliness and the courtesy of the staff."
The price is $259
$301 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Mason Beach Inn
Outdoor pool
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83)
"Enjoyed this property in downtown Santa Barbara. The staff was excellent, they went out of the way to be helpful!! We loved all the communal spaces as we were a large family group in town for a graduation. "
The price is $242
$276 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids. "
The price is $639
$785 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"I like that it was clean. Didn’t like that it didn’t have a elevator. "
The price is $199
$227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
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4.5/5(1,188 area reviews)

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Upper Riviera Travel Info

Number of reviews
18,956
Location
Santa Barbara, United States of America
Similar neighborhoods
West Beach, Santa Barbara Beach and North State
Accommodation
1,450 hotels
Known landmarks
Santa Barbara Zoo, Butterfly Beach and Leadbetter Beach
Hotels with nearby beaches
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, Hotel Milo Santa Barbara and Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Known for
Views
Lowest price
$110
Highest price
$820

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 Expedia customer reviews, El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property 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 29 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.

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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.

Recent reviews of Upper Riviera hotels

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

5/5 Excellent
"Couldn't beat the price, it was clean, had breakfast, parking and good service "
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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara