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Our top choices for Lower Riviera hotels

A modern hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

1. 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, (290 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is P14,696
P16,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
A minimalist room with a dark metal console table, a wall-mounted motivational quote, and a stack of rolled towels.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,574 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is P18,596
P21,624 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Hotel Santa Barbara
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

3. Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
1.2 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (448 reviews)
"Great, boutique hotel"
United States
Geoffrey
The price is P20,491
P23,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Palihouse Santa Barbara
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

4. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is P20,743
P26,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.

5. Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
Laguna, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Santa Barbara!"
United States
Melissa
The price is P8,934
P14,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

6. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.1 km from Lower Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff at desk and valet. Very nice room. We’ll want to stay there again."
United States
John
The price is P14,106
P16,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

7. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is P16,977
P19,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Upham Hotel
A wooden shed with a window, surrounded by plants and trees.

8. Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 1 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (734 reviews)
"One of the best places we have stayed in."
United States
Victor
The price is P20,359
P27,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Simpson House Inn
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

9. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is P15,831
P18,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A small building with a tiled roof surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

10. El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
0.6 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (618 reviews)
"Just wonderful can’t wait to go back"
United States
Christina
The price is P36,442
P46,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
El Encanto Santa Barbara
A corridor with a central staircase, outdoor seating, and lanterns.

11. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is P11,527
P13,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
La Playa Inn
A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

12. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2.1 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place at amazing place very clean with fantastic area to walk around the staff"
United States
DAVID
The price is P10,665
P12,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.

13. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
Laguna, 1.1 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (326 reviews)
"Very clean and neat room for a few nights stay and convenience to a lot of places within walking distance."
United States
Isaac
The price is P6,639
P12,241 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

14. 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, (1,463 reviews)
"Very clean , staff was great.loved the room. We would stay there again."
United States
David
The price is P14,929
P17,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A two-story house with a porch, a garage, and a white picket fence.

15. 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, (711 reviews)
"Marvelous staff!! We felt right at home from the moment we walked through the door. Beautiful accommodations and all food was deliciously prepared. Can’t wait for our next stay."
United States
Cheryl
The price is P17,275
P19,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
A room with a glass table, wicker chairs, a bed, and a view of the ocean and palm trees.

16. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"The staff was super attentive and kind. The pool and spa were very nice and the room, view and location were all superb."
United States
Andrew
The price is P17,590
P20,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Santa Barbara Inn
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, a stone planter, and a pool with a tiled edge.

17. Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (941 reviews)
"One staff member in particular was amazing, he brought us towels to the pool and was generally great."
United States
Leonardo
The price is P6,305
P7,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Orange Tree Inn
A variety of cacti in a planter on a balcony with a view of a pool and lounge chairs.

18. The Presidio

The Presidio
2.0 star property
1.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (888 reviews)
"Well located and clean room. Easy to park."
United States
Rhea
The price is P7,483
P8,530 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Presidio
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

19. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,361 reviews)
"Very cute hotel. Loved that it had a lot of options for activities for my kids. Staff was very helpful and friendly."
United States
Summer
The price is P10,265
P11,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.

20. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
7.6 out of 10, Good, (499 reviews)
"Its location"
United States
Veronica
The price is P13,880
P18,682 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Compare popular hotels in Lower Riviera

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A green double door with a keypad lock and a small window.
Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
326 reviews
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A building entrance with a sign reading '1915 CASA IGLESIA,' an arched doorway, and large potted plants.
Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
88 reviews
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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view through a glass door to the outdoors.
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
365 reviews
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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.
Casa Castillo, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
10 reviews
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A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
236 reviews
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Where to stay in Lower Riviera

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

A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

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 white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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.

A beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

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

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

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lower Riviera like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Santa Barbara's Lower Riviera neighborhood. Consider a visit to Santa Barbara Bowl as part of your Lower Riviera travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Lower Riviera area?

Expedia has 22 hotels and other accommodations 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! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are 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 may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals in Lower Riviera.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Lower Riviera?

For more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Lower Riviera, head over to our customer service page.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

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, be sure to visit other sights like Franceschi Park or Alice Keck Memorial Garden.