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El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (564 reviews)
"beautiful property, with many separate cottages, beautifully kept property, gorgeous views."
United States
Donna
The price is RM2,965
RM3,673 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is RM826
RM958 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Inn on Summer Hill

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
15.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,120 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Affordable prices and staff is very helpful and friendly."
United States
Arlena
The price is RM332
RM390 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Although a bit run down, the rooms were clean and had a fun mid-century style; coffee and pastries were nice to have in the morning. Would definitely stay again if in the area."
United States
Kelli
The price is RM543
RM619 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
The Inn at East Beach

Vagabond Inn Studio Carpinteria

Vagabond Inn Studio Carpinteria
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper Riviera
The price is RM1,577
RM1,814 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Vagabond Inn Studio Carpinteria

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay here! Amazing view from our room. Staff was nice & the food from the hotel restaurant was solid! "
United States
Vincent
The price is RM771
RM866 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Upper Riviera
7.0 out of 10, Good, (661 reviews)
"Room was spacious....and clean... Quiet location to rear of property "
United States
Scott
The price is RM440
RM588 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Casa Del Sol

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, (1,487 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with convenient location. "
United States
Natalia
The price is RM603
RM695 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

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, (261 reviews)
"Staff is always amazing. Perfect spot to stay when I visit my college student. "
United States
Ericka
The price is RM468
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

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, (1,000 reviews)
"It was really cute and close to the beach."
United States
Elke
The price is RM691
RM788 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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, (414 reviews)
"When I arrived after midnight after a long, tiring drive, I was greeted by a very friendly manager who was kind to give me a later check out when I asked. The hotel and my ADA king room were beautiful and luxurious, providing the rest and easy morning I needed. I look forward to staying here again."
United States
Jason
The price is RM660
RM753 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

The Craft House Inn

The Craft House Inn
4.0 star property
2.7 km from Upper Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"The room was beautifully appointed, great details, very clean, spacious and comfortable. "
United States
Deborah
The price is RM712
RM813 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
The Craft House Inn

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.4 km from Upper Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,270 reviews)
"Friendly staff , clean rooms , nearby stores"
United States
Samantha
The price is RM376
RM433 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome hotel. Clean with super nice people. We always stay at this property and it never disappoint. "
United States
Magdalena
The price is RM638
RM735 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.0 star property
Laguna, 2 km from Upper Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (170 reviews)
"Great location and new property. "
United States
Jennifer Yen
The price is RM613
RM993 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Casa Riviera

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
5.2 km from Upper Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was absolutely outstanding, in all areas, during our stay"
United States
Lisa
The price is RM767
RM1,041 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Montecito Inn

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Favorite value hotel in the area. Have stayed there many times and hope to return again. Rooms small but beds comfortable. Location is the best. Nice to have pool. Prefer rooms that face pool as not so dark and don't face parking lot. "
United States
Kathy
The price is RM646
RM736 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Upper Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,240 reviews)
"Great location!"
Germany
Daniel
The price is RM603
RM718 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
3.1 km from Upper Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms were a bit small but very clean. Staff was super friendly and it was a good location to go anywhere. "
United States
Norma
The price is RM353
RM416 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Town and Country Inn

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, (268 reviews)
"Great room with a partial view of the ocean. Staff was really nice and the check in and out was super easy."
United States
Brett
The price is RM1,200
RM1,549 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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

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.

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 Carriage and Western Art Museum 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 our traveller 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 should I expect to find in Upper Riviera?
Expedia has 23 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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