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Our top choices for Lower Riviera hotels

A modern hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating arrangements, and a blue armchair.

1. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (287 reviews)
"To expensive for a motel like room"
Canada
Mariola
The price is AED 856
AED 976 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,535 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is AED 855
AED 994 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

3. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.1 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and the location was excellent."
United States
Kirsten
The price is AED 621
AED 709 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.

4. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
1.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (876 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is AED 511
AED 582 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Presidio
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

5. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.1 km from Lower Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is AED 750
AED 856 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

6. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Location. The Hotel is so beautiful, chic and close to everything. Very friendly staff."
United States
Maria
The price is AED 1,469
AED 1,678 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A compact kitchen with a white countertop, a stainless steel sink, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a shelf with glassware and a framed picture.

7. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.1 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (317 reviews)
"Great location, within walking distance of most things. Parking was easy."
United States
Maria
The price is AED 395
AED 723 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

8. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (341 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Conveniently located, clean and safe."
United States
Matthew
The price is AED 649
AED 1,012 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

9. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (504 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is AED 922
AED 1,053 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

10. Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 1.5 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (709 reviews)
"Very quaint and quiet inn. Highly recommend a stay! Innkeepers were very personable yet discreet. Hope to stay again!"
United States
Raymond
The price is AED 1,006
AED 1,149 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

11. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.6 km from Lower Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is AED 879
AED 1,002 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Upham Hotel
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

12. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (707 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is AED 532
AED 643 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Haley Hotel
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

13. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (824 reviews)
"noisy because it is near 101 and expensive"
United States
Hongtao
The price is AED 902
AED 1,030 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Moxy Santa Barbara
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

14. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.7 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is AED 1,264
AED 1,628 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

15. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,119 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is AED 834
AED 951 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A modern hotel with a sign reading "Orange Tree Inn" and a number "1920" on the facade.

16. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (925 reviews)
"One staff member in particular was amazing, he brought us towels to the pool and was generally great."
United States
Leonardo
The price is AED 378
AED 432 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Orange Tree Inn
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

17. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,346 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is AED 766
AED 875 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

18. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is AED 728
AED 830 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Playa Inn
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

19. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,194 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is AED 602
AED 687 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Marina Beach Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

20. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,464 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff."
United States
Richard
The price is AED 860
AED 982 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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Where to stay in Lower Riviera

Find the best Lower Riviera areas and neighborhoods 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 in the area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

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.

A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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 Lower Riviera Hotel Reviews

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

8/10 Good
"For only being rated 3 stars, my stay was excellent. Loved the ground floor room with double doors opening onto a patio with seating for our party, which opened out into a green area/garden. Beds were quite comfy and roomy enough with a lovely, large tiled shower."
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Lemon Tree Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower Riviera like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera neighborhood. Consider a visit to Santa Barbara Bowl as part of your Lower Riviera travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Lower Riviera?
For your stay in Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara Amazing City & Ocean View is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Lower Riviera area?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations in Lower 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 Lower Riviera, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Lower Riviera.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lower Riviera?
For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Lower Riviera, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Santa Barbara Bowl is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Lower Riviera. While you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara, be sure to visit other sights like Franceschi Park or Alice Keck Memorial Garden.