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Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A sunlit patio with a wooden table, seating, and a potted plant.
A bar area with a brick wall, shelves of liquor bottles, and bar stools.
A white building with blue awnings and a number '121' sign.
A modern living room with a white brick wall, a sofa set, a coffee table, wicker chairs, and artwork.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view of buildings.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a wooden cabinet, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with plants.

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

A modern hotel room with a wooden bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of greenery outside.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden flooring, a desk with a chair, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a brick wall.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with a brick wall, two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room with Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Reagan Ranch Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shaker Mill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riviera Beach House

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. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 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 laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bathrobes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

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). Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 45 per day)
  • Limited number of on-site valet parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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 (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 cable/satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 90 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 45 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 90 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 and Carte Blanche. 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.

Is parking available at Riviera Beach House?

Yep, Riviera Beach House has uncovered valet parking for USD 45 per day. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Riviera Beach House?

Yep, Riviera Beach House is a short 18-minute walk from Leadbetter 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. 519 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isaiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, beautiful property right in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing resort. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, great location, great people.
Lobby
Lobby
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Short stay, small room but all good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms but for a single traveler like me it was perfect and perfectly located, too
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shirlynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We took the Pacific Surfliner into Santa Barbara to catch the Coast Starlight #14 the next day. This hotel is right across the tracks from Santa Barbara Amtrak Station so it was very convenient. The staff at the hotel were exceptionally friendly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel and location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect and the rooms were exactly as described. The staff are super friendly and very helpful. Beds are super comfy with perfect selection of pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small but cute room in a great central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff is wonderful. Location is amazing and walkable to everything. Beware of privacy if you are not traveling with SO, the bathrooms have a clear glass door that does not “close” all the way so your party can see you in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

RICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was welcoming especially Valet. Anthony gave us great direction and assured us our car and area was safe. Clean room and food was amazing. Are was close to the beach and outside stores to shop. I would come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel within walking distance of shops, restaurants, and the beach! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute hotel! Staff was very friendly and helpful. Clean and well kept property with lots of personal and welcoming touches.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

evan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is great. Just steps from sterns wharf, restaurants and beach trails. Hotel is very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

RICARDO

Room clean, cute patios to hang out and have some drinks. Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very small. Other than that it is an amazing place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lobby and seating area upstairs. Perfect location. Clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff was very nice. My only complaint is the bathrooms were a little tight. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay would come back👍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
outstanding staff from the front desk to the valet
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026