Lower Riviera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Riviera
Stay near popular Lower Riviera attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$115
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$64
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
NZ$100
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
NZ$99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
NZ$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Lower Riviera Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$462 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$462
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,509 reviews)
"Bien ubicado habitación amplia"
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$159 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$159
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,486 reviews)
"Bed was absolutely not double. Let's say for 1,5 people or large single bed. We were very glad that we only had to stay only a night on that bed with my wife. And there was a door in the room connects with other room which was occupied by some other guests. We can easily hear what they are doing ..."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$177 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$177
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$219 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$219
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,687 reviews)
"Quiet and safe"
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$333 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$333
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,287 reviews)
"Prime location across from beach and walking distance to downtown restaurants, bars and shops. Great value compared to many surrounding properties."
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$316 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$316
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,406 reviews)
"My friend's and my room was nice and clean. I thought it was weird that we had to walk outside of the lobby to find the elevator, though. When my roommate and I took our showers, there was either body soap or shampoo in the container that was supposed to be conditioner. And the conditioner was in ..."
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Lower Riviera
Find the best Lower Riviera areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by Rachel M
Open Photo by Rachel M
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.
Photo by robb image
Open Photo by robb image
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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
