Upper Riviera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Riviera
Stay near popular Upper Riviera attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$97
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$53
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
AU$83
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California
AU$14
per traveller
80% 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 AU$1,126 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$1,126
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Bowl and Stearns Wharf ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$404 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$404
18 Oct - 19 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 ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is AU$114 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$114
26 Oct - 27 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 ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is AU$131 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$131
25 Oct - 26 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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,749 reviews)
"Clean and good for the price"
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$207 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$207
25 Oct - 26 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. ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$224 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$224
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (2,433 reviews)
"Great one night stop. Served my needs."
Reviewed on 12 Oct 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 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.
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
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.
