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Discover 1,456 Upper Riviera hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

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Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Very clean and comfortable, staff friendly. Close to many things but not within walking distance to beach. Pool was very small compared to pictures but temps too cool for swimming. Great daily breakfast selection and nice work out room! Would come again for sure!! "
The price is $193
$225 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"This is a nice hotel in a great location and staff is great! "
The price is $296
$341 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Hotel Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1281)
"Room was clean and airy and beautifully decorated. We even had a large balcony. Great shower! Water instantly hot. Daily complimentary breakfast was first rate! We’ll definitely come stay again. "
The price is $145
$174 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Front of property - evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1590)
"Great kitchen. Clean "
The price is $229
$262 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1031)
"An excellent hotel. We really enjoyed it. Very convenient and affordable. Thanks!"
The price is $166
$189 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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 27 - May 28
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"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 $223
$255 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"There was a cute aviary with finches next to the restaurant on property. What I didn’t like was some rude Hotel guest who went out to their car at six in the morning and turned on the radio full blast."
The price is $199
$227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Sundeck
Riviera Beach House
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (873)
"It was very clean"
The price is $199
$228 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Riviera Beach House
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"I liked the hotel because it was quiet and staff was very helpful. "
The price is $159
$182 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (836)
" Very pleased with the accommodations made to my requests. Very pleasant staff. Room clean. Bed too soft for my taste but not lumpy. Quiet at night - yay! "
The price is $251
$286 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
La Playa Inn
View from room
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"the staff was really helpful on any question that I had and the property was real quiet at night time."
The price is $208
$238 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Beachside Inn
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (824)
"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 27 - May 28
Hotel Californian
Exterior
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"This property is undergoing renovations. Our room was brand new. We stayed here for a concert and it's only a short Uber ride from the venue and downtown and a ton of great restaurants. Target is right across the street and Farm Boys is great for breakfast. "
The price is $129
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Front of property
Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Comfortable clean convenient. "
The price is $112
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Lemon Tree Inn
Courtyard
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (53)
"Beautiful location. This place was a dream"
The price is $193
$220 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Staff were friendly and accommodating. Rooms were clean and location was good.Free breakfast and cookies were an added plus"
The price is $219
$250 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
The Franciscan Hotel
Reception
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (999)
"Although the property is somewhat dated, the rooms have been redone and are clean, quiet and comfortable. The staff was polite and helpful."
The price is $132
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
The Inn at East Beach
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (486)
"The property was beautiful and the staff were extremely helpful and friendly."
The price is $805
$919 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"The hotel is very nice."
The price is $275
$314 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Harbor View Inn
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Upper Riviera Travel Info

Number of reviews
18,976
Location
Santa Barbara, United States of America
Similar neighborhoods
West Beach, Santa Barbara Beach and North State
Accommodation
1,456 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
$805

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
"Room was clean and airy and beautifully decorated. We even had a large balcony. Great shower! Water instantly hot. Daily complimentary breakfast was first rate! We’ll definitely come stay again. "
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