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Riviera Beach House

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

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Sundeck
Dining
Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$419
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

Explore the area

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121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Stearns Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Zoo
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Garden view

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 10 min walk - 0.9 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
  • Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬9 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.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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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 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riviera Beach House on 1 Sept 2025 start from AU$419.48, 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 13-minute walk from East 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. 470 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 305 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1002 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

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Too much noise from the room. Can hear next door and everything outside. Rooms are pretty small as well. Very nice and clean. Awesome staff and very walkable to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Location is perfect for walking to all restaurants, bars, beach and pier. Located by train station too so no car needed on trip. Room was quit despite being on State St. room was small but ok for 2 adults and a short stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very walkable area. Friendly & accommodating staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Travelled with partner
Lukewarm shower. Noisy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location

The public areas were spacious and nicely furnished. The restaurant was delicious and colorful. The Inn was in a great location. The staff was delightful. My only disappointment was that the bathroom shower was so tiny that the floor flooded after each shower.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ji

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very small and had no place to store our “stuff.” Only one suitcase stand was offered. We had to lay our bag out on the floor. The staff was always cheerful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very disappointed with the size and arrangement of the room especially for the cost. Barely space to get around bed. No refrigerator for our items we ended up trashing and no microwave. No elevator and I did not arrange for a post surgery access room. Had to go up and down stairs. Had I known the arrangement I would have stayed elsewhere. The staff is awesome and the place is clean but think about what you need and want. I learned a hard lesson.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Opal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Riviera House was a welcoming location. It was small, quaint, and intimate! The hotel was clean and well attended. All of the staff were friendly and welcoming. However, the noise level during their early morning renovations was extremely loud! Other than that we enjoyed staying at the Riviera House!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julssa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a solo trip with my Frenchie and we had an amazing time. Love the vibe of the Hotel and the staff was great. Rooms could be a little bigger but I would recommend this place to everyone. Love the Restaurant food and ambiance is perfect. 2 blocks from the beach and a 6 min walk to the Warf I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Multiple stays

This is our go to hotel whenever we stay in Santa Barbara. It is always very clean. The common areas are super cute.The beds are comfortable. The rooms are small, but we don't need a lot because we never spend much time in the room. It is conveniently located a short walk from the train station and our favorite restaurant in SB.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Angie

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is 10/10. Very clean, staff was great. We brought our dog and they gave him a goody bag. The reason I selected 4 stars is because the rooms/bathroom are extremely small. Not that big of a deal because we weren’t in the room a lot but it would’ve been nice to have more space to stretch out. The lobby is cozy so we hung out there sometimes they had snacks and drinks. Tons of restaurants, shopping and beach access. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JEREMY

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

10/10 Excellent

claudia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ethan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel itself is adorable. The rooms are minuscule. The biggest issues is that between music and trains it doesn’t get quiet till around 11 and starts again around 6, and this was a random Tues/wed night. If that doesn't bother you. Staff was great and there are lots of nice areas outside of rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth every penny!

This cute and perfectly located hotel offers all the touches that make it unique and comfortable. We used their bikes and rode around the town, down to the street fair and back. Coffee and tea in the morning was also available and perfect touch. Unfortunately,, we left a black bag in the checkin area before we started our long drive home. This hotel went above and beyond notifying us and shipping the bag back home. The staff were incredible and I can’t thank them enough. Thank you for making our short stay more enjoyable and proving hotels do care for their guests.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maren

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theoris, Milwaukee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. The staff was very nice and warm. It was a very quiet area and I really liked it
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic location. Could walk to everything Trendy decor and lobby smelled incredible. Valet parking super convenient and reasonably priced. Downfall was the rooms were tiny and no elevator but they do offer luggage cart
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is centrally located in downtown and there are many delicious places to eat nearby. We enjoyed the beach just half a mile away and we also walked up State Street with many wonderful vendors.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025