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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

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1. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (600 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is AED 2,326
AED 2,923 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Apartment (1 Bedroom) | Exterior

2. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.8 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (301 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is AED 537
AED 885 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Casa Jardin
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | Interior

3. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 2 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Amazing Stay"
United States
Monica
The price is AED 769
AED 1,149 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Casa Riviera
Property entrance

4. Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
East Beach, 3.1 km from Upper Riviera
7.6 out of 10, Good, (348 reviews)
"Nice sister property! Close to the beach and a great pool and hot tub!"
United States
Timothy
The price is AED 686
AED 892 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Palmoro House
Grand Suite | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, refrigerator (on request)

5. Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 3.1 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"parking for guests, clean room, and staff were very friendly"
United States
Reiko
The price is AED 591
AED 675 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Terrace/patio

6. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (451 reviews)
"Amazing beach loved it here"
United States
McKenna
The price is AED 840
AED 1,124 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sep - 22 Sep
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Room amenity

7. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,470 reviews)
"Great location. The room was small, clean and simple and the staff was friendly."
United States
David S
The price is AED 526
AED 601 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

8. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"The property was very beautiful. Staff was friendly."
United States
Emma
The price is AED 1,364
AED 1,558 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Santa Barbara Inn
Reception

9. The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 3.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Close to beach."
United States
Shubh
The price is AED 510
AED 582 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Inn at East Beach
Exterior

10. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
Adolfo
The price is AED 1,025
AED 1,317 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Porch

11. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 2 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (731 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is AED 1,254
AED 1,678 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Simpson House Inn
Exterior

12. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (690 reviews)
"We had complimentary coffee and oatmeal. Fridge in our room and microwave were a plus! Very charming decor and close to the main downtown area."
United States
Diana
The price is AED 536
AED 648 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Haley Hotel
View from room

13. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (488 reviews)
"The location of the Drift was fantastic and it was a darling place to stay."
United States
Shari
The price is AED 1,021
AED 1,166 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Reception

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,493 reviews)
"Thoroughly enjoyed our 3 night stay at the"
United States
Mark
The price is AED 835
AED 970 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Hotel Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

15. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.5 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in great location. Beautiful roof top pool and walking access to downtown. Really nice hotel."
United States
Paul
The price is AED 1,282
AED 1,649 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

16. Moxy Santa Barbara

Moxy Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.9 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (819 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and so accommodating. Very genuine people who care. Enjoyed my time."
United States
manilyn
The price is AED 995
AED 1,137 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Moxy Santa Barbara
Shopping mall

17. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is AED 963
AED 1,100 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

18. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
2.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (848 reviews)
"great location and clean motel"
United States
Bonnie
The price is AED 528
AED 601 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
The Presidio
Outdoor pool

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 2.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (273 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is AED 988
AED 1,126 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

20. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 3 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place...clean, fabulous staff, lovely place. Would go back in a heart beat."
United States
wendy
The price is AED 696
AED 795 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Riviera Beach House
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

Find the best Upper 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 coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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 coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

Top Upper Riviera Hotel Reviews

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great size room, huge balcony, restaurant and bar are very good. We did have to call front desk at bedtime due to one of the alarms would beep every 5mins, which maintenance came over very fast and fixed the problem"
JT 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Lemon Tree Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Upper Riviera like?
Travelers will be sure to enjoy their time in Santa Barbara's Upper Riviera neighborhood. Consider a visit to Franceschi Park as part of your Upper Riviera travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Upper Riviera?
Based on our traveler data, El Encanto Santa Barbara is one of the top choices for your stay in Upper Riviera. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Upper Riviera?
Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals in Upper Riviera.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Upper Riviera?
For additional details about updating your trip to Upper Riviera or cancelling it, click here.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
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.