MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Stearns Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 39 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 2 min walk
UC Santa Barbara Station - 16 min drive
Goleta Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - 3 min walk
Finney's Crafthouse - 1 min walk
Biergarten - 4 min walk
Santa Barbara Roasting Company - 5 min walk
McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - 1 min walk
About this property
Riviera Beach House
Situated by the ocean, Riviera Beach House is a great choice for a stay in Santa Barbara. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, German, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
41 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Uncovered onsite valet parking (USD 48.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golf lessons nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Beach towels
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1912
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Art gallery on site
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
32-inch LCD TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Champagne service
More
Housekeeping (on request)
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Parking
Uncovered valet parking costs USD 48.00 per night with in/out privileges
Policies
Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
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
Does Riviera Beach House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Riviera Beach House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Riviera Beach House?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Riviera Beach House?
Yes. Valet parking costs USD 48.00 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riviera Beach House?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Riviera Beach House and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Riviera Beach House also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Riviera Beach House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Riviera Beach House like?
Riviera Beach House is located on the Strip in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 2-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 6 minutes' walk from Stearns Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
Riviera Beach House Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
December 6, 2024
Clarence J
Clarence J, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
November 22, 2024
Deserie
Deserie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 17, 2024
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 8, 2024
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 28, 2024
Lovely well equipped room and the hotel is in a great location to explore Santa Barbara.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 23, 2024
victoria
victoria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
September 22, 2024
The room was the smallest hotel room I have ever stayed in. The bathroom/shower stall was a joke,
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
September 19, 2024
Everything in the hotel shuts down at 10pm. It’s nice that it is quiet, but it would be nice to be able to sit on the patio and relax at night. The rooms are maybe big enough for two people to shuffle around, but really they are for one person. Also, when you call the front desk, they are unresponsive. It’s better to just walk down to the desk. Otherwise, the area is really nice and the hotel is fine.
Reid
Reid, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
September 8, 2024
Great location, front staff was helpful and Jesse (?) at the valet parking was awesome!
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
August 30, 2024
Room was TOO SMALL, good location
Our room was so small you couldn't not trip over the bed or desk trying to get around. Barely room to go through your bag. Weirdly, the bathroom could have been much smaller to make the actually room bigger and easier to maneuver. We didn't find the bag valet under the bed until we were leaving. The temperature gauge wasn't correct and we were hot both nights, and the light in the mirror didn't work either. Staff was nice enough. I don't think Id stay here again.
Kristina
Kristina, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 28, 2024
Close walk to restaurants, stores, and beach.
Edward
Edward, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 26, 2024
Ann-Elise
Ann-Elise, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 19, 2024
Overall great property. Perfect spot. Staff went out of there way to give me and my party a good experience
John
John, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
August 18, 2024
Weekend getaway
Room is tiny tiny and said they were pet friendly. Unfortunately the room could not accommodate 2 people with 2 medium size dogs and luggage. One of our bath towels was stained with blood. The bathroom setup is tight. Had to go in the middle of night but the door is frosted glass so the light shone into room. Was not very private. Excellent toiletries though. The lobby was nice. Restaurant was good for breakfast. They had a dj playing music in the lobby Saturday evening. There was no where to take your dogs to the bathroom. So we had to walk them a ways to an area by the train which was a pain. We would not stay here again. If you’re alone it’s perfect. Near downtown and everything is in walking distance. We did have a small patio which was nice to have since it lacked space inside but it was hot and humid when we went so couldn’t exactly leave door open during the day but in evenings it was great.
Robert
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
August 15, 2024
Location is good but the room & rest room are so small. The design for shower place is bad that make the floor get wet after shower.
DANIEL
DANIEL, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 12, 2024
You get to have a personalized attention on the small details-much nicer than big hotels. Excellent location-Short walk to the beach, restaurants and shops. Very clean and the overall environment of the hotel is relaxing. Many areas to chill, play or work in doors and outdoors. The rooms are very small tho, so it is not convenient for big families with lots of luggage.
Rouba
Rouba, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 10, 2024
Very friendly staff. Beautiful and clean hotel with a convenient location.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
August 8, 2024
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 7, 2024
Darcy
Darcy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 7, 2024
Great location, easy walk to lots of restaurants, pier, shops, etc. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Wendy
Wendy, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
August 6, 2024
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
August 6, 2024
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 3, 2024
This hotel was perfect for our quick vacation in Santa Barbara. It was just around the corner from the Amtrak station and centrally located to All the great restaurants and just a block from the beach!!!
lauri J
lauri J, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
August 2, 2024
Great
Billy
Billy, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
August 1, 2024
The area around the hotel was cool and very convenient to walk to the beach, restaurants and stores.