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El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (561 reviews)
"Lovely resort with beautiful grounds"
United States
Nicole
The price is CA $983
CA $1,223 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
El Encanto Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
15.1 km from Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,115 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Affordable prices and staff is very helpful and friendly."
United States
Arlena
The price is CA $115
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
24.8 km from Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Had an awesome restaurant right on property and all staff very friendly"
United States
cathy
The price is CA $245
CA $275 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
17.4 km from Riviera
7.0 out of 10, Good, (660 reviews)
"Room was spacious....and clean... Quiet location to rear of property "
United States
Scott
The price is CA $139
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Casa Del Sol

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.3 km from Riviera
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (259 reviews)
"Room was clean, beds were comfy, staff was cool."
United States
Bianca
The price is CA $162
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,484 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with convenient location. "
United States
Natalia
The price is CA $208
CA $240 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
17.4 km from Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay, good location"
United States
Richard
The price is CA $245
CA $282 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,278 reviews)
"Nice place nice pool …"
United States
Ken
The price is CA $158
CA $180 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Lemon Tree Inn

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel, love the staff!"
Canada
Bernard
The price is CA $122
CA $144 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Town and Country Inn

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 3.1 km from Riviera
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I would highly recommend this property! Great location and the staff is too notch! "
United States
Christopher
The price is CA $175
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
The Inn at East Beach

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4.5 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,380 reviews)
"Very helpful staff at front desk and room was quiet and clean. "
United States
Laura
The price is CA $167
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Sandpiper Lodge

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
17.3 km from Riviera
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,266 reviews)
"Nice location , clean and friendly staff.."
United States
MARIDIE
The price is CA $130
CA $150 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Rose Garden Inn

Rose Garden Inn
1.5 star property
4.7 km from Riviera
6.6 out of 10, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice hotel, great value option compared to the really expensive hotels downtown "
United States
Brian
The price is CA $133
CA $152 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Rose Garden Inn

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.9 km from Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,089 reviews)
"Had a great stay here with my family, my kids loved feeding the fish."
United States
karla
The price is CA $272
CA $316 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
4.2 km from Riviera
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great, spacious room, very clean for a great price."
United States
Génesis
The price is CA $146
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Oasis Inn & Suites

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Riviera
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (353 reviews)
"Room was spotless and view of the ocean from the room was beautiful. "
United States
Joseph
The price is CA $286
CA $332 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Inn on Summer Hill

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
3.9 km from Riviera
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (775 reviews)
"Very clean room and convenient location. "
United States
Brooke
The price is CA $175
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Agave Inn

Sunset Motel

Sunset Motel
2.5 star property
4.4 km from Riviera
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Parking was fine, and secure, plenty of great restaurants nearby with in walking distance. "
United States
LUCIANO
The price is CA $146
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Sunset Motel

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.1 km from Riviera
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"The pool area is wonderful! The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and look forward to returning."
United States
Margo
The price is CA $445
CA $508 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Santa Barbara Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 2.9 km from Riviera
7.8 out of 10, Good, (265 reviews)
"Great room and staff"
United States
JEFFREY
The price is CA $382
CA $497 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Where to stay in Riviera

Find the best Riviera areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top Riviera Hotel Reviews

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Riviera that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Riviera that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are El Encanto Santa Barbara and Simpson House Inn.

The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an impressive 9.4 rating, offers luxurious amenities such as deep soaking bathtubs, rainfall showerheads, and premium bedding. Guests frequently praise the exceptional service, excellent food, and amazing location. Many rooms feature resort or sea views, and the hotel provides couples dining options and a restaurant with ocean views. For convenience, valet parking is available. Nearby attractions include the Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Mission Santa Barbara.

Another highly recommended option is the 5-star Simpson House Inn, which boasts an outstanding 9.8 rating. This hotel provides designer toiletries, climate control, and fireplaces in some rooms. Guests also benefit from complimentary stocked minibars and plush bathrobes. Travellers consistently highlight the excellent and friendly staff, the wonderful breakfast, and the delicious food. It is conveniently located near Alice Keck Memorial Garden and the Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
What are the best family hotels in Riviera?
For families visiting Riviera, excellent hotel options include El Encanto Santa Barbara, Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, and Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt.

The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers a wealth of amenities for families, including a pool, connecting rooms, and supervised childcare. They also provide free rollaway extra beds and cribs, along with child-friendly window designs, ensuring a comfortable and secure stay for younger guests. Guests frequently praise the exceptional service and excellent food. Mission Santa Barbara is just 1.0 km away, and Alice Keck Memorial Garden is 1.1 km away.

The 4-star Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, rated 7.6, provides a pool, connecting rooms, and free cribs, along with sofa beds for added convenience. The location is frequently highlighted as great, and the rooms are described as clean and good. It is located 1.7 km from Santa Barbara Harbor and 1.3 km from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Another great choice is the 4-star Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, which has an 8.0 rating. This hotel offers a pool, connecting rooms, free cribs, and free rollaway extra beds. Guests particularly appreciate its location close to the beach, with East Beach just 0.1 km away and Andree Clark Bird Refuge 1.1 km away.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Riviera?
For a luxurious stay in Riviera, two outstanding 5-star hotels come highly recommended: El Encanto Santa Barbara and Simpson House Inn.

El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an impressive 9.4 rating, offers a truly upscale experience. Guests can enjoy resort and sea views, great for couples dining at the restaurant, which also boasts ocean views. The hotel provides premium bedding and deep soaking bathtubs for ultimate relaxation. For added convenience, there is valet parking, a poolside bar, and evening entertainment. Guests frequently praise the exceptional and helpful service, excellent food, and the amazing location. It is also conveniently located just 1.0 km from Mission Santa Barbara and 1.6 km from Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

Another excellent choice is the Simpson House Inn, which holds an exceptional rating of 9.8. This elegant hotel provides designer toiletries, a fireplace, and bathrobes in its rooms. Guests can also enjoy mountain views and a stocked minibar with some complimentary items. Many guests highlight the excellent and friendly staff, the great and wonderful breakfast, and the delicious food. The hotel is situated a mere 0.2 km from Alice Keck Memorial Garden and 0.7 km from Santa Barbara County Courthouse.
What are the best spa hotels in Riviera?
For an exceptional spa experience in Riviera, consider the El Encanto Santa Barbara, the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, The Craft House Inn, Simpson House Inn, and Secret Garden Inn and Cottages.

The 5-star El Encanto Santa Barbara, with an outstanding 9.4 rating, offers an extensive spa with a wide array of treatments including manicures, pedicures, deep tissue massages, body scrubs, body wraps, and various facial and aromatherapy treatments. Guests consistently praise the exceptional service, excellent food, and amazing location, with the Santa Barbara Bowl just 1.0 km away.

The 4-star Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, rated 7.6, provides a full-service spa with Ayurvedic treatments, couples treatment rooms, and a range of massages, body scrubs, and facial treatments. Guests appreciate its great location and the friendly, helpful staff.

The 4-star The Craft House Inn, boasting a 9.2 rating, provides on-site spa services including massages, and even offers champagne service, a private chef, and private winery tours. Its location is highly rated, with the Arlington Theater just 0.4 km away.

The 5-star Simpson House Inn, with a remarkable 9.8 rating, features an on-site spa for massages and offers complimentary amenities such as free self-parking, free toiletries, free WiFi, and a wonderful complimentary full breakfast. Guests frequently praise the excellent staff and delicious breakfast.

The 3-star Secret Garden Inn and Cottages, rated 8.4, also provides on-site spa services with massages and offers complimentary full breakfast, free toiletries, and free self-parking. Guests often highlight the delicious breakfast and comfortable rooms.
Which beach resorts in Riviera do travellers love?
For beach resorts in Riviera that travellers love, the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort is a highly regarded choice.

This 4-star resort, with a rating of 7.6, offers convenient ocean views and is very close to the ocean. Guests frequently praise its clean and good rooms, friendly and helpful staff, and great amenities. The resort also provides a full-service spa with Ayurvedic treatments, couples treatment rooms, and various massages and body treatments. It is also close to several points of interest, including Santa Barbara Harbor, just 1.7 km away, and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, only 1.3 km away.
What hotels in Riviera offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Riviera that offer complimentary breakfast, consider the Simpson House Inn, Bath Street Inn, and Secret Garden Inn and Cottages.

The 5-star Simpson House Inn, boasting an exceptional 9.8 rating, provides a wonderful complimentary full breakfast daily, alongside free self-parking and free WiFi. Guests consistently praise the excellent and friendly staff, the great and wonderful breakfast, and the delicious food. The cosy rooms are also frequently mentioned. It is conveniently located near points of interest such as the Alice Keck Memorial Garden, just 0.2 km away, and the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 0.7 km away.

Another excellent choice is the 3.5-star Bath Street Inn, which has a 9.6 rating. This inn offers a free full breakfast and free WiFi, along with free self-parking. Guests frequently highlight the excellent and delicious breakfast, as well as the amazing staff. It is situated 0.9 km from Alice Keck Memorial Garden and 1.1 km from Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

The 3-star Secret Garden Inn and Cottages, with an 8.4 rating, also offers a complimentary full breakfast. Guests appreciate the delicious breakfast and comfortable rooms. The inn features free WiFi, free self-parking, and some rooms include a terrace, patio, or balcony. It is located 1.1 km from Alice Keck Memorial Garden and 1.2 km from Mission Santa Barbara.
What are the best budget hotels in Riviera?
For excellent budget-friendly accommodation in Riviera, consider the Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach, Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara, or the Secret Garden Inn and Cottages.

The Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach, with a 9.0 rating, is a great option for those travelling with pets, as they stay for free. It offers complimentary WiFi and free self-parking. The location is highly praised by guests, and the rooms are often described as comfortable and clean. It's conveniently located near the Cabrillo Bike Path, just 1.0 km away, and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Centre, at 1.6 km.

Another highly-rated choice is the 3-star Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara, boasting an 8.8 rating. This hotel provides free WiFi and free self-parking. Guests consistently highlight the super clean rooms, great location, and friendly, helpful staff. Early check-in is also available, which can be very convenient. It is situated close to the Cabrillo Bike Path, just 1.1 km away.

The 3-star Secret Garden Inn and Cottages, with an 8.4 rating, offers a delightful stay with a complimentary full breakfast and free self-parking. Guests appreciate the delicious breakfast and comfortable rooms. The hotel features a terrace, patio, and balconies for relaxation. It is well-located near Mission Santa Barbara, which is 1.2 km away, and the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, 1.4 km distant.
What are the most romantic hotels in Riviera for couples?
For couples seeking a romantic getaway in Riviera, the Simpson House Inn, Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, and Palihouse Santa Barbara are highly recommended.

The 5-star Simpson House Inn, with an exceptional 9.8 rating, is often praised for its cozy rooms and delicious breakfast. Guests frequently comment on the excellent and friendly staff. It is conveniently located near the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, just 0.7 km away, and the Santa Barbara Symphony Orchestra, only 0.5 km distant.

Another excellent choice is the 3-star Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages, rated 9.6. This hotel offers a private hot tub in some accommodations and features furnished balconies, decks, patios, and terraces, superb for enjoying a quiet moment together. Guests consistently highlight the great and delicious breakfast, the comfortable and clean rooms, and the amazing staff. The hotel is situated in a nice, quiet location, 0.9 km from the Santa Barbara County Courthouse.

The 4-star Palihouse Santa Barbara, with a 9.6 rating, is also a wonderful option. Many rooms include a fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The hotel boasts an outdoor pool with sun loungers and umbrellas for relaxing days. Guests frequently praise the fantastic and friendly staff, the absolutely beautiful and spacious rooms, and the convenient location. It is just 0.5 km from both the Santa Barbara County Courthouse and De la Guerra Plaza.
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