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1510 Cheap Hotels in Riviera - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

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

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (517)
"We especially appreciated the handicap access of our room and the pathways."
The price is AU$1,484
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor
Exterior

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1696)
"Nice place great location "
The price is AU$470
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Inn By The Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1858)
"Great location, close to the beach, with a nice park across the street. The room was clean and comfortable and the complimentary breakfast is a nice touch. "
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sports facility

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Enjoyed my stay!!"
The price is AU$362
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1023)
"Wonderful place "
The price is AU$392
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Nice place to stay."
The price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The service was superb!"
The price is AU$1,127
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

Mason Beach Inn

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (987)
"This is an amazing place to stay! Just 5 min from the beach and downtown Santa Barbara. Everyone was respectful and it was awesome to stay here! "
The price is AU$462
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Sports facility

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (92)
"Very good hotel with view of the beach and walk across the road to the beach front park and trail."
The price is AU$535
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
The Upham Hotel
Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area

The Upham Hotel

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1016)
"Beautiful place and lovely stay, will be back"
The price is AU$338
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Upham Hotel
The Milo
Exterior detail

The Milo

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1416)
"The Best place to stay in Santa Barbara "
The price is AU$402
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Milo
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
View from property

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1063)
"Good place to stay "
The price is AU$434
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Lemon Tree Inn
Front of property

Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1027)
"The place is incredible close to everything "
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Lemon Tree Inn
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
View from room

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Very nice property will stay again "
The price is AU$325
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (888)
"Great hotel to stay in Santa Barbara!"
The price is AU$328
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (932)
"Perfect location for a weekend getaway and the staffs were very friendly. Had a great time and we will definitely be coming back! "
The price is AU$453
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Beachside Inn
View from property

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1045)
"Good location and reasonable price."
The price is AU$338
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Beachside Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"I will stay at this hotel again! Everything was great!"
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Casa Del Sol
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

2.5 star property
6.8 out of 10, (604)
"We had a nice time "
Casa Del Sol
Sandpiper Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Sandpiper Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1805)
"Very nice place to stay"
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Sandpiper Lodge
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Our guide on where to stay in Riviera

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

Montecito

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 showing 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

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse 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.

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'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.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Riviera?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, El Encanto Santa Barbara is the highest ranked property in Riviera. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants.

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.