Lower Riviera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Riviera
Stay near popular Lower Riviera attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$100
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$51
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 AU$460 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$460
2 Aug - 3 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! (1,444 reviews)
"The room that we were in was small but cozy. It was clean, was more modern and made you feel like you were in another country have a vacation. Definitely staying here again."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$211 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$211
27 July - 28 July
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! (2,559 reviews)
"Great place. Was a cozy stay. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is AU$139 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$139
28 July - 29 July
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,427 reviews)
"Tiny rooms with tiny beds. No features, just a place to sleep. Room had a smell that made it uncomfortable to be in. But good location, easy to get to."
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$401 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$401
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (1,267 reviews)
"The property was clean and quiet. I really liked the courtyard area. The pond was so pretty and such a relaxing fun vibe. Being able to feed the ducks was so cute!"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$315 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$315
20 July - 21 July
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! (2,320 reviews)
"spacious room with extra sofa bed"
Reviewed on 13 July 2026
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$399 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$399
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,234 reviews)
"Well, when we reached in the night, we were expecting to see the ocean as the name says but did not. However, next morning we noticed in fact it is very close to the Ocean. In terms of the facility it is clean, decently maintained. Amenities are reasonable and serves the purpose. The best part we ..."
Reviewed on 12 July 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 East 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.
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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
