Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

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Sun deck
Interior
Dining
Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$332
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct

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121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, West Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Riviera Beach House puts you in the heart of Santa Barbara, within steps of MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a snack bar/deli. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Stearns Wharf.

What's nearby

  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • West Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 2 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 2 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Riviera Beach House

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Riviera Beach House. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1912
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Riviera Beach House offers 41 accommodations with iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 38 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1912
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Valet parking fee: USD 38.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara
Indigo Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Hotel Indigo
Riviera Beach House Hotel
Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara
Riviera Beach House Santa Barbara
Riviera Beach House Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riviera Beach House?

Riviera Beach House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riviera Beach House?

As of 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riviera Beach House on 26 Oct 2025 start from AU$331.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Riviera Beach House?

Yep, Riviera Beach House has uncovered valet parking with in/out privileges for USD 38.00 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Riviera Beach House?

Yep, Riviera Beach House is a short 3-minute walk from West Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Riviera Beach House a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Riviera Beach House.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riviera Beach House?

No, Riviera Beach House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Riviera Beach House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riviera Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riviera Beach House?

Dogs are welcome at Riviera Beach House, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets, with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet.

Riviera Beach House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 476 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Parking is a pain but valet guys were super cool. Good amenities but rooms are a bit small
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional staff! Friendly and helpful! Loved all of then! Free use of bikes. That was nice. Convenient location to many things. Coffee, shops, restaurants, shopping beach. They pump in some type of scent and it’s really bad for you and it does not smell good. Very off putting. The hallways echo wasn’t that quiet. My room was dark some of the rooms have a door that goes out on a little porch, but mine didn’t. I asked to switch, but it didn’t happen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with partner
Great location! Right in the heart of the funk zone I will say some things: - I read plenty of reviews about the rooms being small. I thought people were probably exaggerating. I am here to confirm the rooms are indeed super small. I was only there 2 nights and with just one other person so it was manageable. - The shower is messy. The way it’s set up, it’s quite impossible to not make a mess. I honestly don’t know who designed it and thought it was a great idea. It was also super tight. I dreaded having to shower during my stay. - Bed was comfy, no complaints there. - We parked in the neighborhood to avoid valet parking fee, but valet parking seemed to be limited. I want to say I would come back, but I’m not sure. The location is great and it was the most affordable option that didn’t look as bad in the area. However, the shower was a huge turn off.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gloria Maria, Palmdale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elsie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely be staying here next time I visit. It’s very cute and convenient and perfect for travelers who’s main goal is to get out and explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the centre of Santa Barbara the location is amazing. The room was quite small and when we arrived valet parking was full so we had to pay $55 dollars in public parking across the street. Otherwise a great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darius

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

DeForest

Business traveller
Disliked: Amenities
You pay for the location of this property - a block from the beach and easy walking to restaurants and coffee shops. Make note there is no elevator so you have to lug your suitcase and bags up 2 flights of stairs. Rooms are tiny like NYC tiny and walls are paper thin. I was up for 3 hours having to listen to the people next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and easy check in/check out process. A bit of construction going on so can be a little more noisy after 9a but didn’t phase me since that’s normal business hours. Wonderful stay and the front area is cozy + this hotel is close to so much!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really lovely boutique hotel with modern rooms and a light airy feel to the hotel. We travelled by Amtrak so it was super convenient. We had a problem with our room the first night but it was sorted really quickly and the staff were genuinely keen to ensure we were happy. On the Friday night guests were invited to meet in the lounge area for wine and nibbles and to mingle with other guests. It was really nice and we chatted to some fellow travellers! The rooms are very small but comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. The staff what helpful. accommodating and knowledgeable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jana

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property and location. Super charming and clean. The bathroom was very small and hard to navigate with 3 adults, but we did it. We had a great private patio that we could sit in and all the staff was very kind and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! Right at the heart of SB! Funk zone just steps away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

angelica, Woodland Hills

Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upscale boutique hotel in the heart of Santa Barbara. It’s a great place to stay but avoid the rooms facing State Street. The room was very nice and clean but noisy and bright. However when I asked to be moved they were more than accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025