Upper Riviera, CA
Santa Barbara
Visit Upper Riviera
Stay near popular Upper Riviera attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar

Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Upper Riviera Hotel Deals

El Encanto Santa Barbara
"Me and my husband had a very nice stay here! Our room was so spacious and spotless and featured a remarkably comfortable bed. The staff were incredibly accommodating and efficient. Great location and beautiful grounds. Overall, it’s a solid 5 star experience."
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
"First time stay. The property is newly renovated in the old Santa Barbara Spanish style, Our room was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed coffee and a bite to eat for breakfast. We loved the yoghurt with chia seeds and blueberries. The espresso was delicious. The server was fun to talk to and ..."
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"Nice quiet location rooms were big not super modern, but very clean, the breakfast was pretty lackluster"
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"All the personal in front desk are so kind, rooms are clean, breakfast are ok, patio and pool very good, enough parking and safe,,, recommended."
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"clean room good staff. The toilets are extremely low to the ground. No elevator to rooms. They do not always have parking at night and the neighborhood is a little scary to walk around if you have to park off site. They also only clean the room every 3 days."
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"I came up to Carpinteria by train and stayed for two nights. The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable. Staff was helpful and friendly. Easy walking distance to the beach. I'll stay here again."
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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.

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

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.






















