Riviera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Stay near popular Riviera attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$99
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$54
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
AU$22
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Riviera Hotel Deals
El Encanto Santa Barbara
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$1,064 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$1,064
8 Sept - 9 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 Stearns Wharf and Mission Santa Barbara ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews)
"Incredible. One of my top 5 resorts to go to."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$489 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
AU$489
26 Aug - 27 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 ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$144 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$144
25 Aug - 26 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! (1,551 reviews)
"There was bloodstain's on the bed sheets that I didn’t see and ended up sleeping on them. It was disgusting"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$233 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$233
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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. ...
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$352 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$352
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (1,161 reviews)
"The staff very helpful…"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$253 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$253
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (2,354 reviews)
"I liked the morning food offerings--waffles, oatmeal, fruit and the helpful staff. The rooms were clean. We loved having a balcony, and the pool and Jacuzzi were excellent! We would have liked more places to hang wet towels and clothes. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 11 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 Riviera
Find the best 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.
