Upper Riviera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Riviera
Stay near popular Upper Riviera attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$119
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
NZ$102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
NZ$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Upper Riviera Hotel Deals
El Encanto Santa Barbara
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$1,277 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$1,277
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$589 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
NZ$589
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,464 reviews)
"The property was charming, clean, well appointed and tastefully decorated. The staff was also equally amazing"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$173 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$173
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,529 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, and a/c was fine."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$278 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
NZ$278
8 Sept - 9 Sept
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! (2,621 reviews)
"Good mid-Priced stay; the two-room suite is excellent, with a small refrigerator and microwave. Perfect for families. Very nice staff. Location is doable, not super close to the action on State Street and Pier, but only a 9-12 minute drive. Parking was easy to find 10 garages or lots off of State. ..."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$424 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$424
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,150 reviews)
"Decent breakfast options. Clean room. Friendly staff. Overall convenient location and welcoming staff."
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$340 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
NZ$340
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,328 reviews)
"Wonderful experience"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 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 Upper Riviera
Find the best Upper 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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.
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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt
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.
