Upper Riviera
Santa Barbara
Visit Upper Riviera
Stay near popular Upper Riviera attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike

Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California

Santa Ynez Valley Biking and Wine Tasting Tour

Harmonic Egg Sound Frequency Session in Santa Barbara
Top hotels in Upper Riviera

El Encanto Santa Barbara
"Best place to relax, rewind, replenish,"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
"It was centraly located on state st . There is a great restaurant kinda old timey right across the street. It’s called joes and it’s open early and late. They have way to tip the cleaning crew but not the valet. But overall it was really nice place to stay"
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Nice property, comfortable with all the basics and a balcony. Close to the water and great staff"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Upper Riviera

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.

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.




















