Lower Riviera
Santa Barbara

Visit Lower Riviera
Stay near popular Lower Riviera attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara

Sideways Movie Wine Trail: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
Top hotels in Lower Riviera

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Nice pool."
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"Good"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Very nice hotel, unfortunately location subjects itself to street noise late at night Thurs - Sat, dependent on room location. Not ideal if a light sleeper"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Clean room and property. Excellent location"
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Beachside Inn
"It was OK"
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Lower Riviera

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights 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
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach 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.






















