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Top Trending Hotels Near Upper Riviera, Santa Barbara

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
El Encanto Santa Barbara
El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (523)
"Beautiful, clean and comfortable property. Staff was friendly, courteous and went out of their way to assure our stay was special. A wonderful experience all the way around. 5 stars!"
The price is ฿25,520
฿29,143 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1028)
"The staff has been very friendly the last couple of times we have stayed. "
The price is ฿5,137
฿6,067 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great property"
The price is ฿19,569
฿24,220 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Front of property
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1016)
"Hotel was renovated nicely."
The price is ฿5,390
฿6,268 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Santa Barbara
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1742)
"Great location and very hotel."
The price is ฿6,508
฿7,432 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Inn By The Harbor
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1933)
"Had a great stay would go back, breakfast was great "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"Breakfast was excellent and courteous staff"
The price is ฿3,986
฿4,591 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Quiet great staff clean comfortable beds great service great location"
The price is ฿14,015
฿16,174 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Mason Beach Inn
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1018)
"Pricey like everything in the area but we had a great stay. "
The price is ฿6,082
฿7,066 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
The Upham Hotel
The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1016)
"Pleasant hotel in the midst of downtown Santa Barbara."
The price is ฿6,498
฿7,408 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Upham Hotel
View from property
Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1072)
"Clean, quiet, fun little boutique inn. "
The price is ฿5,293
฿6,044 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Beachside Inn
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (914)
"Great hotel "
The price is ฿6,269
฿7,171 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Casa Del Sol
Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (614)
"Great place for a quick overnight stay. Comfortable and clean."
Casa Del Sol
Exterior detail
The Milo
The Milo
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1450)
"great stay"
The price is ฿6,176
฿7,053 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Milo
Front of property
Lemon Tree Inn
Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1065)
"Great stay"
The price is ฿2,911
฿3,324 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lemon Tree Inn
Beach
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (212)
"Clean and comfortable beds "
The price is ฿3,724
฿4,283 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Courtyard
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1023)
"Clean room, nice area, fast check in, great breakfast "
The price is ฿5,848
฿6,678 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (495)
"Excellent location"
The price is ฿8,396
฿9,614 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1289)
"Great location!"
The price is ฿4,138
฿4,766 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1173)
"Great easy hotel - perfect for short stays "
The price is ฿3,172
฿3,714 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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

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.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara featuring 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 Santa Barbara Historical Museum might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

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

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was good except for the traffic noise. I would like to be placed in a different area as I am a very light sleeper."
Terese 2-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"It was beautiful "
ann 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

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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 Expedia customer reviews, El Encanto Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property 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 25 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.