Upper Riviera Travel Guide
Santa Barbara
Visit Upper Riviera
Stay near popular Upper Riviera attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California
Top hotels in Upper Riviera

El Encanto Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Sandpiper Lodge
"The hotel is outstanding! Very well maintained and the amenities are well kept! We had very pleasant stay and the staff was friendly and accommodating! We will be back"
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"The accommodations were like a higher end hotel room but at a more reasonable price. It was walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Staff were friendly and tfw place was immaculate"
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026
Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach 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.






















