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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (535)
"Impeccable everything, incredible staff and service throughout our stay. They were lovely to our toddler son, we loved every bit of our experience and are already planning our return. "
United States
Lauren
The price is 13.760.871 ₫
17.630.613 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
24.8 km from Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is 4.035.489 ₫
4.532.618 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
6.4 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Clean rooms, good breakfast, centralized location"
United States
ALEENA
The price is 4.240.796 ₫
5.006.564 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Room, Private Bathroom (Susan Loft) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.8 km from Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is 4.711.996 ₫
5.479.109 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bath Street Inn
Front of property
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1148)
"Clean, comfortable, quiet, and excellent restaurant and staff"
United States
Davita
The price is 2.250.702 ₫
2.570.275 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lemon Tree Inn
Lobby
Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336)
"Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!"
United States
Christopher
The price is 6.581.000 ₫
7.502.340 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4.5 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2074)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Guillermo
The price is 2.469.957 ₫
2.815.751 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Interior entrance
Agave Inn

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
3.9 km from Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (750)
"Room was very clean, loved the decor in the room and it felt super cozy. "
United States
Gabriel
The price is 2.895.377 ₫
3.300.729 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Agave Inn
Aerial view
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1012)
"great stay"
United States
Prabhat
The price is 3.647.190 ₫
4.164.983 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 6.1 km from Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (292)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is 34.234.362 ₫
42.072.654 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.7 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"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 5.029.463 ₫
5.743.396 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (157)
"We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Deborah
The price is 5.860.775 ₫
7.875.186 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is 3.557.425 ₫
4.055.475 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9 km from Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Staff was welcoming and check in was quick."
United States
Mike
The price is 3.891.164 ₫
4.521.339 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.2 km from Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking."
United States
Srecko
The price is 7.239.100 ₫
8.252.574 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Harbor View Inn
Property amenity
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
11.5 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (204)
"Such lovely, serene, clean place. Staff were super nice and helpful. Also, a Great place to stay if you are visiting UCSB. "
United States
Beheshteh
The price is 5.343.772 ₫
6.102.320 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1305)
"Clean, great room, and amazing staff."
United States
Pedro
The price is 4.738.320 ₫
5.410.925 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.4 km from Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1007)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Courtyard
Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"It was centrally located to nice eateries, breweries, wine bars & local shops. "
United States
Kathy
The price is 2.606.076 ₫
2.970.927 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Oasis Inn & Suites
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 3.5 km from Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is 5.123.966 ₫
5.841.321 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Playa Inn
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Where to stay in Riviera

Find the best 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.

Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Riviera?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Santa Barbara's Riviera neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Franceschi Park as part of your Riviera travel plans.
How many hotels are there in the Riviera area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 25 Riviera hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Riviera, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Riviera.
What are the top things to see and do in Riviera?
Franceschi Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Riviera. Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara Channel are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.