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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

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1. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (603 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is S$1,063
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Room amenity

2. 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, (1,489 reviews)
"Great location (1 block from the beach), and as the original Motel 6, fun vibes and very nice retro styling."
United States
Mark
The price is S$198
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Reception

3. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Omead
The price is S$200
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Inn at East Beach
Private kitchen

4. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"parking for guests, clean room, and staff were very friendly"
United States
Reiko
The price is S$212
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

5. 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, (2,398 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is S$240
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Interior

6. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.8 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (305 reviews)
"Nice room. Clean. Parking great free close to downtown Santa Barbara venues."
United States
Colleen
The price is S$306
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Casa Jardin
Lobby sitting area

7. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,284 reviews)
"Great location, free parking on site was great, nice staff, nice rooms, and amazing breakfast!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is S$241
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Beachside Inn
Terrace/patio

8. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (465 reviews)
"We love this property as it is well layed out and has many amenities. The location is central to all activities- beach, state street, etc."
Canada
John
The price is S$426
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Interior

9. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"Room was very clean all updated and the bed was very comfortable. We were very pleased with everything and will stay again."
United States
Antoinette
The price is S$411
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Casa Riviera
Beach nearby

10. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"A little older, but super cute hotel in Montecito with lots of restaurants within walking distance."
United States
Camilla
The price is S$207
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Reception

11. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,505 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and great rooms."
United States
Veronica
The price is S$336
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

12. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,674 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and clean room."
United States
natalie
The price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Sandpiper Lodge
Front of property

13. Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,409 reviews)
"Comfortable and affordable stay."
United States
Jacquelyn
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Lemon Tree Inn
Lobby lounge

14. 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, (487 reviews)
"The staff was excellent and the rooms were extremely cozy. I will be staying with my little Pomeranian again!"
United States
Channah
The price is S$236
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
View from property

15. 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)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is S$333
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Exterior

16. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (694 reviews)
"Great location, bit noisy on the weekends but great for waking up to a short walk to the beach and downtown SB life and fun"
United States
Alexander
The price is S$257
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Haley Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

17. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East, 2.3 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (890 reviews)
"Very affordable, clean, comfortable room with all the amenities I expect. Close walking distance to downtown Santa Barbara and the waterfront. Very friendly staff. Nice area on State St. with convenient restaurants nearby. Will definitely stay here again."
United States
David
The price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Orange Tree Inn
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

18. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
2.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (856 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Presidio
Beach/ocean view

19. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and pool and restaurant"
United States
melanie
The price is S$540
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Santa Barbara Inn
Lobby

20. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Loved staying here for a long weekend"
United States
Eila
The price is S$287
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Upham Hotel
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

Find the best Upper 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 coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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 coastal cityscape with a prominent white building with red-tiled roofs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
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Open Photo by David Simmington

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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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 Upper Riviera Hotel Reviews

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The property was absolutely amazing. I felt like I was in the middle of an oasis, beautiful property great value and really enjoy the interior pool area just beautiful and the patio for each unit is spectacular."
John 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Lemon Tree Inn

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.

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