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Our top choices for Lower Riviera hotels

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Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Have stayed here many times and every time it’s more amazing than the previous. Spectacular views, delicious dinner and wonderful ocean view rooms "
United States
Gayane
The price is NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.1 km from Lower Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (974)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 3 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1100)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Beachside Inn
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2030)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.9 km from Lower Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1506)
"Very nice hotel. "
United States
Manuel
The price is NZ$403
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
The Milo
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is NZ$293
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Exterior
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
East Beach, 3.2 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1212)
"Nice motel in a nice location at a good price "
United Kingdom
carl
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (590)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Haley Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1032)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.3 km from Lower Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1377)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Maryam
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 2 km from Lower Riviera
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1093)
"Outstanding location."
United States
william
The price is NZ$426
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Hotel Santa Barbara
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
18 km from Lower Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
CHANG
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
2.2 km from Lower Riviera
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (130)
"Very tidy and most comfortable."
United States
Flamingstar
Casa De La Vina
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, 2.1 km from Lower 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 NZ$379
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.5 km from Lower Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great place"
United States
Guillermo
The price is NZ$324
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Riviera Beach House
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Lower Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Wonderful stay, would stay again"
United States
Nereyda
The price is NZ$348
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.9 km from Lower Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1222)
"It’s a wonderful hotel "
United States
Junhong
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Exterior
Palmoro House

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
East Beach, 3.1 km from Lower Riviera
7.4 out of 10, Good, (309)
"Very friendly and gracious staff. The sister property is lovely. There is a significant construction project in the lot across the street which detracted from the charm of the neighborhood. "
United States
Amy
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Palmoro House
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, 2.8 km from Lower Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1313)
"Great looking property and very friendly staff"
Canada
Marco
The price is NZ$361
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property – evening/night
Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn

Orange Tree Inn
2.5 star property
Upper East, 1.4 km from Lower Riviera
7.6 out of 10, Good, (737)
"Nice room, quiet, convenient location "
United States
Derek
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Orange Tree Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Lower Riviera

Find the best Lower 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 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

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 Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art 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.

Top Lower Riviera Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"The room was spotless and spacious. I do my typical wipe down of surface areas and did not notice any dust. Great place to stay with wonderful staff. "
Aimee 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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 Amazing City & Ocean View 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 22 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.