Upper Riviera

Santa Barbara

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

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 Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

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.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Upper State Street

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 charming coffeehouses.

Upper State Street
Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring heritage architecture and a luxury hotel or resort

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 County Courthouse
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Butterfly Beach

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 walkable area.

Butterfly Beach

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

P1,633
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

P4,025
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop

P3,384
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Santa Ynez Valley: Zipline Adventure with 4×4 Humvee Ride

Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride

P8,491
per adult
Santa Barbara: Zipline Tour with 4x4 Humvee Ride
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

P7,526
per adult
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
Santa Ynez Valley: Adventure Park Course

Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course

P3,150
per adult
Santa Barbara: High Ropes Adventure Course
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Top hotels in Upper Riviera

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is P43,387 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
P43,387
P49,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Mission Santa Barbara and Santa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (503 reviews)
"This property was excellent. Staff and accommodations were great. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2024

El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P13,885 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
P13,885
P15,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Great Choice
"We chose this hotel for its proximity to a wedding celebration, and it was the perfect location. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the service was outstanding. Interacting with the front desk and valet staff was a pleasant experience, and their hospitality made our stay enjoyable. Overall, ..."

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is P6,844 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
P6,844
P7,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,018 reviews)
Amazing front desk staff on Monday, Feb. 17th
"Amazing Service. The day front desk person today was kind, humble, and very helpful."

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is P5,735 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P5,735
P6,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,360 reviews)
good stay
"Had a really great stay. Good breakfast, no eggs but good breakfast with OJ, apple juice, variety of cereals, bagels, toast, croissants with option of cheese or jams, oatmeal. Parking available. Hotel was close to things. Really great hot tub and nice pool! Overall good stay."

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is P7,768 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
P7,768
P9,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,548 reviews)
"Great location and great staff"

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is P10,485 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
P10,485
P12,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"This hotel is really good. We enjoyed the time here. Especially, breakfast is awesome."

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Riviera

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Laguna

If you're spending some time in Laguna, El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park and Rafael Gonzalez House are top sights worth seeing.

Laguna
Santa Barbara Mission

Upper East

While visiting Upper East, you might make a stop by sights like Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Natural History Museum.

Upper East
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Eastside

Eastside might not have many top sights, but Santa Barbara Zoo and Cabrillo Pavillion are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Eastside
Santa Barbara showing a coastal town

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.

Downtown Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara showing a coastal town

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
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Lower State

While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center.

Lower State

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