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Top Trending Hotels Near Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara

Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Loved how kind everyone was. Enjoyed the pool!"
The price is €242
per night
28 May - 29 May
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Absolutely excellent location of this beautiful hotel Room, lobby, hallways were impeccable. Right on the main shopping and dinning street in SB. 10 minute walk to the beach. Excellent dinning options. The classic Spanish style building is gorgeous and although they are remodeling the rooms it’s unlikely you will see or hear anything. The place is impeccable. The staff is courteous and professional. "
The price is €285
per night
19 May - 20 May
Hotel Santa Barbara
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1261)
"Lovely hotel with a nice hosted breakfast, right by the beach & very close to downtown!"
The price is €187
per night
6 May - 7 May
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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Front of property – evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1596)
"Beautiful hotel, walkable to everything. Pretty low key while we stayed there, so it was quiet. Free wine and snacks for happy hour and a good selection for the free breakfast. Organic eggs, egg bites, fruits, pastries etc! Super friendly and knowledgeable Front Desk person when we checked in. Have us a list of places to eat which included what’s vegan/ gluten free "
The price is €228
per night
27 May - 28 May
Inn By The Harbor
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1041)
"Excellent "
The price is €185
per night
6 May - 7 May
Castillo Inn at the Beach
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids. "
The price is €646
per night
12 May - 13 May
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1012)
"Great location and close to the beach and harbor. "
The price is €210
per night
6 May - 7 May
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"The cafe on the grounds was great. Spacious rooms"
The price is €179
per night
6 May - 7 May
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (866)
"Clean-simple-great location"
The price is €198
per night
19 May - 20 May
Riviera Beach House
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"We love this place and have stayed numerous times. Can’t wait to come back!"
The price is €170
per night
9 May - 10 May
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Front of property – evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (824)
"Quiet and clean. "
The price is €233
per night
12 May - 13 May
La Playa Inn
View from room
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great customer service!"
The price is €222
per night
12 May - 13 May
Beachside Inn
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (821)
"Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well."
The price is €658
per night
19 May - 20 May
Hotel Californian
Exterior
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"The breakfast that was included, they did not have due to remodeling or something. I was a little disappointed in that, but everything else was great."
The price is €137
per night
6 May - 7 May
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Front of property
Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Lemon trees around property…spacious rooms "
The price is €137
per night
7 May - 8 May
Lemon Tree Inn
Courtyard
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (50)
"Very clean, nicely appointed and updated hotel conveniently located near UCSB. Restaurant serves tasty food as a bonus! Second stay was better than the first! "
The price is €222
per night
12 May - 13 May
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"This is a cute and quiet place. I love the fact that they give you breakfast in the morning and everyone in the office is so nice. The only thing I wish is that my air conditioning would work. "
The price is €221
per night
6 May - 7 May
The Franciscan Hotel
Reception
The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"It was near the ocean and some good dining. The staff was awesome"
The price is €117
per night
8 May - 9 May
The Inn at East Beach
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (484)
"A great family get-away with with grandchildren and adult children- located in the hills of Santa Barbara- an ideal place to un-wind and relax."
The price is €928
per night
27 May - 28 May
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Very well maintained hotel and pool area. Great find! "
The price is €291
per night
6 May - 7 May
Harbor View Inn
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Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(67 area reviews)

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.

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Lower Riviera hotels information

Number of reviews
18,984
Accommodation
1,463 hotels
Lowest Price
€117
Highest Price
€928

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.

What's the best accommodation in Lower Riviera?

For your stay in Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara Riviera Jewel -Ocean, Island and City Views is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

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

Expedia has 28 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.

Recent Reviews in Lower Riviera

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

5/5 Excellent
"Great location and close to the beach and harbor. "
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West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel