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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

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El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (571 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is AED 2,663
AED 3,308 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
17.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,331 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful staff"
United States
Stephen
The price is AED 291
AED 343 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.6 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location and clean"
United States
Natalie
The price is AED 731
AED 842 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Property amenity

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
15.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,543 reviews)
"Clean and well located hotel. Close to the beach. We really enjoyed our stay"
United States
Paulina
The price is AED 590
AED 680 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Cant wait to return. Very charming and perfect for a romantic getaway"
United States
Megan
The price is AED 639
AED 718 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Courtyard

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,209 reviews)
"Great place for staying. "
United States
Yanchao
The price is AED 272
AED 321 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
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Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,195 reviews)
"Friendly staff rooms were clean Overall a great stay."
United States
Nancy
The price is AED 746
AED 867 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,485 reviews)
"Clean and spacious accommodations and friendly staff."
United States
William
The price is AED 525
AED 599 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Sandpiper Lodge
Room amenity

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, (1,393 reviews)
"A great spot just a stones throw to the beach. Very clean and tidy, just what we needed for a couple of nights."
United Kingdom
Angus
The price is AED 608
AED 695 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Terrace/patio

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, (317 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant visit and will be returning"
United States
Simon
The price is AED 1,052
AED 1,366 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,017 reviews)
"Had a great nights stay and the receptionist was extremely helpful. Will be staying again when I come for my next fishing excursion"
United States
Phillip
The price is AED 423
AED 512 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara
Reception

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 3.3 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,019 reviews)
"great location!"
United States
Karen
The price is AED 489
AED 558 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Inn at East Beach
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Amazing property and great service."
United States
jelica
The price is AED 1,087
AED 1,242 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Santa Barbara Inn
Outdoor pool

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
2.5 star property
11.7 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice, clean hotel, beautiful gardens and pool, great breakfast. "
United States
Mary
The price is AED 732
AED 836 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper Riviera
7.0 out of 10, Good, (676 reviews)
"Sick vibes"
United States
Alex
The price is AED 496
AED 649 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Casa Del Sol
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
6.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,138 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay!"
United States
Kristine
The price is AED 922
AED 1,083 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Clean room and super convenient location. The staff are quite friendly as well."
United States
Jamil
The price is AED 702
AED 801 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,137 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!"
United States
Melanie
The price is AED 1,025
AED 1,168 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
2.0 star property
12.5 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,223 reviews)
"If you need a quick place to stay, this is the place. It’s in a great neighborhood and clean."
United States
Jason
The price is AED 367
AED 430 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 3.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (437 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is AED 810
AED 923 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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

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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.

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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.

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West Beach

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

aerial of East Beach at sunset, Santa Barbara, California

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

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"Decent room for a night. Staff is very accommodating."
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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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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 23 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.