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Our top choices for Upper Riviera hotels

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (543 reviews)
"Great room and nice facility."
United States
John
The price is RM2,189
RM2,795 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Casa Castillo

Casa Castillo
4.0 star property
2.8 km from Upper Riviera
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had a wonderful stay and felt very comfortable as a family. The place was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The host was responsive and thoughtful, which made everything easy. "
United States
Zheng
The price is RM887
RM1,315 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Casa Castillo

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice staff Clean room with outstanding view and sounds of the ocean!"
United States
mike
The price is RM583
RM655 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.7 km from Upper Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (327 reviews)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is RM604
RM703 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Bath Street Inn

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, (1,018 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, would stay again"
United States
Nereyda
The price is RM706
RM832 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
11.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (217 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff. "
United States
Michael
The price is RM859
RM981 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 6.2 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (295 reviews)
"Everyone is very professional and helpful "
United States
Vigen
The price is RM4,726
RM5,845 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
3.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (760 reviews)
"Very clean and big rooms; plenty of towels, separate place for luggage and coat hanging… "
United States
Sundararaman
The price is RM487
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Agave Inn

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice stay, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is RM685
RM789 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Upper Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,185 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Chris
The price is RM401
RM458 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Lemon Tree Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3 km from Upper Riviera
7.6 out of 10, Good, (191 reviews)
"Perfect stay "
United States
Nishant
The price is RM994
RM1,317 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,015 reviews)
"Great staffs and excellent location. "
United States
Nick
The price is RM584
RM666 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Marina Beach Motel

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.5 km from Upper Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (231 reviews)
"Room was clean, beds were comfy, staff was cool."
United States
Bianca
The price is RM454
RM522 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
4.8 km from Upper Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful room.staff was lovely."
United States
Jeanine
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

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, (365 reviews)
"Room was really clean and dog friendly. Staff was great and very helpful. "
United States
Ver
The price is RM633
RM721 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.3 km from Upper Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Omar
The price is RM993
RM1,133 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Harbor View Inn

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is RM861
RM983 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,326 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff and great amenities."
United States
Tania
The price is RM808
RM922 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"clean room, friendly staff and great location"
United States
Jiaxin
The price is RM645
RM735 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Casa Del Mar Inn

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, (988 reviews)
"A wonderful hotel to stay in very clean very new absolutely loved it and it had a fireplace which was so cute"
United States
Yveta
The price is RM470
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
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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.

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.

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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 26 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.

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