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Our top choices for Lower Riviera hotels

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

1. 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, (1,026 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Loved staying here for a long weekend"
United States
Eila
The price is RM876
RM998 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Upham Hotel
A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

2. 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, (277 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is RM1,093
RM1,246 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a show at the Bowl!"
United States
Patty
The price is RM722
RM824 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

4. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
0.6 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (602 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
Dylan
The price is RM2,642
RM3,312 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,505 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff and great rooms."
United States
Veronica
The price is RM919
RM1,069 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

6. Casa Jardin

Casa Jardin
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.1 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (302 reviews)
"Had a great stay, ideal stay and close to Santa Barbara bowl."
United States
Yessica
The price is RM594
RM978 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Casa Jardin
A house with a well-maintained garden, two wooden Adirondack chairs, and a lit interior.

7. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (731 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is RM1,259
RM1,711 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Simpson House Inn
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

8. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (437 reviews)
"This is my new favorite place to stay in Santa Barbara. The decor is outstanding, the rooms quiet, the pool a nice size, the staff helpful, the location perfect to walk to downtown destinations. They even have bikes which I rode to the bike path that goes along the beach. The parking is very convenient downstairs."
United States
sonia
The price is RM1,625
RM1,856 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

9. 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, (1,123 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is RM960
RM1,094 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

10. Casa Riviera

Casa Riviera
4.5 star property
Laguna, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (305 reviews)
"Amazing Stay"
United States
Monica
The price is RM882
RM1,306 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Casa Riviera
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

11. 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, (1,451 reviews)
"Great location Very nice staff"
United States
Liad
The price is RM958
RM1,094 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

12. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location! Great room. Great continental breakfast."
United States
Greer
The price is RM1,028
RM1,172 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
La Playa Inn
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

13. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,280 reviews)
"Great location, free parking on site was great, nice staff, nice rooms, and amazing breakfast!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is RM751
RM858 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Beachside Inn
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in great location. Beautiful roof top pool and walking access to downtown. Really nice hotel."
United States
Paul
The price is RM1,418
RM1,824 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

15. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,395 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is RM728
RM861 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

16. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (457 reviews)
"Amazing beach loved it here"
United States
McKenna
The price is RM929
RM1,243 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

17. 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, (705 reviews)
"Clean spacious room; clean comfortable bed; helpful, friendly staff; hearty breakfast, Level 2 EVSE"
United States
Noel
The price is RM880
RM1,005 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

18. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,948 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and hotel was quiet."
United States
Amanda
The price is RM927
RM1,059 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Inn By The Harbor
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

19. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,477 reviews)
"Great location. The room was small, clean and simple and the staff was friendly."
United States
David S
The price is RM585
RM668 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

20. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is RM941
RM1,099 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
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Where to stay in Lower Riviera

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

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

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 filled with sailboats at sunset.
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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

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.

Top Lower Riviera Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

10/10 Excellent
"Muy limpio y en una buena locación"
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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Frequently asked questions

What is Lower Riviera like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Santa Barbara Bowl as part of your Lower Riviera travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Lower Riviera area?
Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of room reservations are fully 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 might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Lower Riviera.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
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, make sure that you visit other sights such as Franceschi Park or Alice Keck Memorial Garden.

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