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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (546 reviews)
"Great room and nice facility."
United States
John
$655 nightly
The price is $747
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Deluxe Apartment | Interior

Casa Yano by The Beach

Casa Yano by The Beach
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2 mi from Upper Riviera
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Kitchen is gorgeous, loved the counter tops. The sink was beautiful! "
United States
Anne
$256 nightly
The price is $292
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Yano by The Beach
Luxury Apartment | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
1.8 mi from Upper Riviera
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had a wonderful stay and felt very comfortable as a family. The place was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The host was responsive and thoughtful, which made everything easy. "
United States
Zheng
$212 nightly
The price is $242
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Castillo
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
15.5 mi from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Best stay ever "
United States
Tammy
$150 nightly
The price is $162
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Aerial view

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 1.7 mi from Upper Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
$176 nightly
The price is $201
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Total with taxes and fees
Bath Street Inn
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
3.9 mi from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,026 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, would stay again"
United States
Nereyda
$174 nightly
The price is $203
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
1.9 mi from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,207 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Chris
$120 nightly
The price is $137
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Lemon Tree Inn
Miramar Ocean View Suite | View from room

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 3.9 mi from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Service, food, accommodations were top tier! What a special place ❤️ Can’t wait to visit again!"
United States
Joelle
$1,279 nightly
The price is $1,487
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Total with taxes and fees
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Children's play area - outdoor

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
7.1 mi from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (219 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff. "
United States
Michael
$224 nightly
The price is $256
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Front of property

The De La Vina Inn

The De La Vina Inn
3.5 star property
1.6 mi from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"Place is very welcoming and gorgeous back yard. Staff very helpful."
United States
Catherine
$222 nightly
The price is $254
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
The De La Vina Inn
Shopping mall

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 1.7 mi from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
June
$229 nightly
The price is $262
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Interior entrance

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
2.4 mi from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (760 reviews)
"Very clean and big rooms; plenty of towels, separate place for luggage and coat hanging… "
United States
Sundararaman
$114 nightly
The price is $131
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Agave Inn
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 mi from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,023 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
$161 nightly
The price is $184
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Marina Beach Motel
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 1.9 mi from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (203 reviews)
"Perfect stay "
United States
Nishant
$260 nightly
The price is $297
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2.1 mi from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (370 reviews)
"Room was really clean and dog friendly. Staff was great and very helpful. "
United States
Ver
$152 nightly
The price is $174
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Beach nearby

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
3 mi from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
$176 nightly
The price is $201
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2 mi from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Omar
$245 nightly
The price is $279
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor View Inn
Luxury House | Living room | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
1.7 mi from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Home/room felt like home while our short stay away from home. Host was very helpful throughout our stay."
United States
Norma
$228 nightly
The price is $260
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Total with taxes and fees
The Craft House Inn
Exterior

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 mi from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,334 reviews)
"Nice staff, great breakfast and lovely room. "
United States
Toni
$180 nightly
The price is $205
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Total with taxes and fees
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Exterior

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.1 mi from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"clean room, friendly staff and great location"
United States
Jiaxin
$159 nightly
The price is $181
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Del Mar Inn
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Upper Riviera Hotel Reviews

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

10/10 Excellent
"All around excellent "
James 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Santa Barbara Inn

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Upper Riviera that travelers recommend?
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara is a premier choice for travelers seeking luxury and relaxation, boasting an exceptional score of 9.4. Nestled in the stunning Upper Riviera area, this five-star hotel combines breathtaking views with an array of upscale amenities. Guests can indulge in rejuvenating treatments at the full-service spa, which offers a range of services from deep tissue massages to couples' treatments, ensuring a pampering experience for every visitor.
What are the best family hotels in Upper Riviera?
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel in Santa Barbara is a stunning family-friendly retreat, boasting an exceptional score of 9.4 from travelers. Nestled in the picturesque Upper Riviera, this hotel offers a blend of luxury and comfort that caters to families seeking an unforgettable getaway.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Upper Riviera?
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara, is a breathtaking 5-star retreat that embodies the essence of luxury in the heart of California's stunning Upper Riviera. With a guest review score of 9.4, this hotel promises an unforgettable experience, particularly for couples seeking an idyllic getaway.
What are the best spa hotels in Upper Riviera?
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel in Santa Barbara is a stunning choice for travelers seeking a luxurious spa experience, boasting an impressive review score of 9.4. This enchanting hotel offers a full-service spa featuring a wide array of treatments, including body scrubs, facials, and deep tissue massages, ensuring guests can unwind in ultimate comfort.
What are the top boutique hotels in Upper Riviera?
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara, is a stunning boutique hotel that promises an enchanting escape for travelers seeking luxury and intimacy in the picturesque Upper Riviera. With a remarkable guest review rating of 9.4, this 5-star gem combines breathtaking sea views with exceptional amenities tailored for discerning visitors.
What are the most romantic hotels in Upper Riviera for couples?
For a truly romantic escape, El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel in Santa Barbara is a stunning choice, boasting a great rating of 9.4. This luxurious hotel offers a serene atmosphere, great for couples looking to unwind and connect. With its beautiful ocean views, you can enjoy alfresco dining at the on-site restaurant, enhancing your romantic experience.
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