Upper Riviera, CA
Santa Barbara
Visit Upper Riviera
Stay near popular Upper Riviera attractions
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
$69
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
$89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Upper Riviera Hotel Deals
El Encanto Santa Barbara
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
$697 nightly
The price is $796 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$796 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Mission Santa Barbara and Santa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (587 reviews)
"Fast checkin, fast checkout, and excellent valet service."
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
$97 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$112 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,495 reviews)
"The hotel itself was clean and close to nearby shops and restaurants, however we had no hot water in our room upon check in and Southern California Edison was doing a planned maintenance in that area....therefore, shut ALL power off from 7pm-4:30. Hence, no lights, no AC, no refrigerator and no advanced ..."
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
$160 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$182 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,594 reviews)
"Cute motel. Liked it a lot and would stay there again."
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
$186 nightly
The price is $216 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$216 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,295 reviews)
"Property looked well maintained. Odor in room of urine .mattress sliding on bed"
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
$303 nightly
The price is $346 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$346 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,456 reviews)
"We felt that the double room was very small and cramped quarters. Otherwise, the staff and property are welcoming and the amenities are great."
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundable
$206 nightly
The price is $239 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$239 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,131 reviews)
"This hotel is decent, but the mattress was very flimsy and the bedding smelled a bit like bleach. The room was very spacious and it looked like the breakfast was nice. I think it's silly that they charge $10 to park there. There was a very strange electrical humming noise that started in the middle ..."
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Where to stay in Upper Riviera
Find the best Upper Riviera areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor.
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 Lobero Theater or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
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West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
East Beach
East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
