WHERE TO STAY
The American Riviera offers hundreds of lovely locations with various spending plan options. Below are a few favorites to offer you a variety from which to choose. But do book early, as Santa Barbara can sell out quickly!
HILTON SANTA BARBARA BEACH FRONT RESORT
This ocean view resort is conveniently located across from Santa Barbara beaches and has access to bike and surrey rentals, the Funk Zone, Stearn's Wharf and more.
MAR MONTE HOTEL
Steps from the beach, our boutique hotel is your home away from home, impeccably crafted for the modern traveler. Our devotion to good food, great cocktails and making memories is what makes Mar Monte Hotel special.
SANTA BARBARA INN
Gaze out to the Pacific from an ocean view guest room or take a relaxing stroll along the beaches at our doorstep.
Framed by deep, red terra cotta roofs, luminous white stucco, gracefully arched windows and a duo of handcrafted tile domes, the Santa Barbara Inn perfectly embodies the spirit and architecture of its Santa Barbara. Our newly re-imagined Spanish Mediterranean boutique merges classic elegance and coastal luxury with 70 beautifully appointed rooms and suites and dramatic ocean views.
THE UPHAM HOTEL
The Upham Hotel embraces its legacy while providing modern day amenities with historic charm. As a boutique property, the hotel has 50 rooms and suites located in the original inn and surrounding garden cottages. With its iconic sweeping redwood verandas, the landmark property combines the intimacy of a bed and breakfast with the convenience of a full service hotel and conference facility. We are located in Santa Barbara’s vibrant downtown theatre, arts and historic district, surrounded by sun drenched beaches, Santa Ynez Wine Country and the Channel Islands.
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
Classic California Spanish Revival touches enhance the Holiday Inn Express® Santa Barbara’s historic feel. Our Historic Landmark property, also known as the Hotel Virginia, was built in 1917 and features Malibu and Catalina tilework, exposed brick walls, and wrought-iron railings. With our convenient, downtown Santa Barbara location, the sights and sounds of the city are just steps away.
THE WATERMAN
The fanciest "hostel" you will ever see: this bohemian-chic, upscale property offers incredible convenience and value.
Located in the trendy Funk Zone neighborhood in downtown Santa Barbara, The Waterman hotel is steps from State Street, putting restaurants, award-winning microbreweries, wine-tasting rooms, and shopping, all within reach from our front doors. Explore Stearns Wharf, less than 1 mile from us, and local beaches like West Beach and East Beach, just a bike ride away.