Upper Riviera, CA
Santa Barbara
Visit Upper Riviera
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Upper Riviera Hotel Deals
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Very nice secluded hotel. Very upscale but in a low key way. Would love to stay again.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
Very nice hotel I would definitely stay there again. Lovely decor and ambiance.
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Room was clean for the night. The a/c was not loud (thank goodness!) furnishings are older, however it had a fridge, and more sink space for your toiletries. The full length mirror is always a plus. It was not bad for the price and check in and out was quick.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Excellent Stay. We were pleasantly surprised with our stay here. The room was spotless and well-maintained, with a very comfortable bed and surprisingly quiet atmosphere for being near the freeway. The staff was incredibly friendly and made check-in a breeze. We really appreciated the complimentary ...
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Clean room
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Enjoyed our stay! Very walkable to harbor, beach, state st and pier!
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Upper Riviera
Laguna
Though Laguna might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Presidio Santa Barbara and Lobero Theater.
Upper East
While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.
Eastside
Eastside might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mission Canyon
Visitors to Mission Canyon enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is worth a stop.
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.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
