/
8

376 reviews

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

121 State Street, Santa Barbara, 93101, California, United States

Choose dates to view prices

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House is a 3-star hotel in Santa Barbara, California, United States. Located at 121 State Street, the property sits about 0.6mi from the city center. With 376 reviews, this seaside stay offers a clear view of Santa Barbara's charm. Price starts from $331.

Guest amenities include free WiFi, air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, and a 24-hour front desk. The property features a restaurant, bar, and room service, plus meeting or banquet facilities (extra charges). Pet-friendly policy with extra charges and parking options—both private parking and on-site parking—are available. Other conveniences include wheelchair accessibility and free toiletries, alongside a terrace, sun deck, patio, and garden view.

Picture mornings on the sun deck, meals at the restaurant, and sunsets enjoyed from the terrace with a garden view—all in a setting that keeps the Santa Barbara coast within reach.

On-site Santo Mezcal serves Mexican favorites in a friendly, family-spirited setting, with a welcoming bar and the option of room service for a late-night bite. For gatherings or events, meeting or banquet facilities are available for an additional charge, adding a flexible option for business or celebrations.

Imagine mornings on the sun deck, meals at the restaurant, and sunsets poured over the terrace with a garden view—each moment framed by the Santa Barbara coast just outside reach. A relaxing rhythm awaits, whether wandering the seaside town or simply enjoying the views from these outdoor spaces.

Pets are allowed, with charges possibly applying. Parking options include both private parking and on-site parking. Payment is accepted via American Express, Mastercard, Discover, and Visa, with cash not accepted.

Closest airports

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

8.6mi

Santa Maria Airport

55mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Patio

Garden view

Free toiletries

Rooms

King Room with Garden View in Riviera Beach House

Show 5 photos

King Room, Garden View

1 King Size Bed

120 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Coffee machine

x4

+

x3

More details

A garden patio, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable TV with premium channels are featured in this room. A work desk and tea and coffee-making facilities are provided.

Queen Room with Garden View in Riviera Beach House

Show 5 photos

Queen Room, Garden View

1 Queen Size Bed

130 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Coffee machine

+

More details

Free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable TV with premium channels are featured in this room. A work desk and tea and coffee-making facilities are provided. Please note this room is also known as the "Queen Room with Garden Patio".

Twin Room with Garden View in Riviera Beach House

Show 4 photos

Room - 2 Twin, Garden View

1 Double Bed

150 sqft

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

+

More details

A private garden terrace, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable TV with premium channels are featured in this room. A work desk and tea and coffee-making facilities are provided.

Standard Double Room in Riviera Beach House

Show 4 photos

Standard Room

1 Double Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

x4

+

x3

More details

Free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen cable TV with premium channels are featured in this room. A work desk and tea and coffee-making facilities are provided.

Room - 2 Double, Garden View, Patio

2 Double Beds

Pet Friendly

Wifi

Patio

+

More details

Vibrant modern compact measuring 150 sq ft 14 sq mtr with european style wet bathroom and pvt garden patio 32 in HD flat panel TVHBOin rm safe free WiFi and wired access work desk and ergo chair hair dryer coffee maker iron and board bathrobes aveda amenities 2 double beds pet friendly

Queen Room with Roll-In Shower - Disability Access in Riviera Beach House

Show 5 photos

Queen Room, Accessible

1 Queen Size Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Patio

x4

+

x3

More details

Accessible - 1 Queen Bed

Show 5 photos

Room - 2 Bed, Patio

125 sqft

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

+

More details

This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room with Two Double Beds in Riviera Beach House

Show 4 photos

Room - 2 Double

2 Double Beds

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

x4

+

x3

More details

Standard - 2 Beds

King Room in Riviera Beach House

Show 5 photos

King Room

1 King Size Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

x4

+

x3

More details

Queen Room in Riviera Beach House

Show 5 photos

Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

x4

+

x3

More details

Show 4 photos

Double Room, Accessible

1 Double Bed

120 sqft

Private Bathroom

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

x4

+

x3

More details

Queen Room, Garden View, Patio

1 Queen Size Bed

Pet Friendly

Wifi

Patio

+

More details

Guest reviews

8

376 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

🇬🇧

C

9.1

July 2025

Chill vibes, location, staff, cleanliness, decor - gorgeous Loved the patio / rosemary pots and palm trees - stunning and great to have this extra space as a family travelling together. Wanted to stay longer but no room available ! Next time.... near so many amenities .... So many nice touches from sweets and reading room to water etc Warm reception on arrival and departure and lovely cleaning staff - happy vibes Amazing Mexican food next door and margaritas - awesome 5 mins walk from wharf / pier - awesome Late check out at 11 brilliant to have Loved sound of trains in distance

These are minor things which didn't stop me loving. The place but... No cushions on the furniture on patio 122 (next door got cushions !) Bathroom 'wet room' style means floor wet for other users in a family ... Didn't realise $38 to valet parking - thought parking was free from Booking.com site ... Wasn't sure what the breakfast / snack situation was. Went to a cafe instead. Would have liked info on free bikes to hire ahead

🇺🇸

Christine

10

June 2025

The place was very nicely styled, the eye rested on lovely vignettes in the rooms. The furniture very comfortable. Loved the antique silverware, loved the chairs around the dining table. The curtains filtered the light beautifully, making it a very restful place. The water pressure was amazing! The bed however is tough to get in and out of so that should be noted for people that are not very agile. I will stay there again!

As mentioned above, the bed was hard to get in and out of. The lighting could have been better in the hallway up the stairs.

🇬🇧

Renee

8.2

August 2025

Loved the vibe of this friendly hotel. Lots of lovely spaces to chill out around the hotel, complimentary drinks and library to add that extra touch. Decor was Californian cool and the art exhibited was really inspiring and added to the Santa Barbara experience. Staff were super helpful and welcoming.

We were a family of four and whilst our room provided everything we needed, it was quite cosy! Grateful for the option of other spaces to hang out when we wanted to let the teenagers have a lie in.

🇺🇸

Jessica

9.1

May 2025

The location is amazing! It's close to an amazing Mexican restaurant downstairs, which made for a wonderful meal after check-in. We were also able to walk to several wine tasting and entertaining places, and super close to the beach. I loved the flavored water in the lobby; that was such a classy touch.

The only drawback is the bathroom! The toilet was high which made using it uncomfortable. The shower was also very close to the toilet so it was very cramped in the bathroom, needless to say.

🇺🇸

Christopher

8.2

May 2025

Location, close to train station and the wharf.

Inconsistent check in personnel. First check in lady told me to contact third party to confirm my reservation. Even the room is paid and have confirmation from hotel. She was chatting and more than helpful to other customers. After an hour I asked a more experienced lady who then resolved the booking smoothly. This lady handle who also check me in the previous week. Better training perhaps?

🇳🇱

Rik

8.2

May 2024

Clean, modern hotel with two nice, but small, terraces on our floor. Lobby was very comfortable and there was free coffee (including syrups) and fresh fruitwater. Staff was friendly and helpfull.

The room was super small, we did not expect this based on the photos on booking.com. We were sharing a double queen bedroom with four people, would not recommend (one person at the time could walk in the room). The door of the bathroom did not give a lot of privacy.

🇺🇸

Michael

8.2

January 2025

Friendly staff. Clean rooms and facilities. We had a private patio which is nice. Close to a lot of restaurants, bars, pier, and ocean. The restaurant on the premises was very good.

There is no parking for guests besides valet, but we were able to find street parking thankfully. The room was a bit too small for the price. (*Good if you're just sleeping in the room, but not to spend time in the room.) The bathroom in the room had a frosted glass door which is a bit strange.

🇺🇸

Theresa

10

December 2024

The manager & staff were fantastic from Valet to front desk and check out! Friendly, helpful and extremely accommodating. Our room wasn't quite ready when we arrived early and the manager accommodated us by upgrading our room as we were late for a local wine tasting! The room was so quaint, clean and comfortable. The Santo Mezcal restaurant at the hotel is awesome with great staff. We will stay here again. Definitely made our stay in Santa Barbara enjoyable!

🇬🇧

Carol

8.2

August 2025

Great location, within walking distance of the beach/pier. Staff very friendly and helpful. Celebrating dad’s 80th birthday and left us a balloon and chocolates in the room. Room clean and well appointed with lovely seated area outside. Great coffee machine available at reception along with water machine. We travelled by train and it was about 3 minutes walk away.

Nothing

🇮🇹

Theodoros

8.2

June 2025

The hotel is in a great location right next to the pier and downtown Santa Barbara. Rooms and the hotel in general was very clean. The hotel offers free parking.

The room we had was quite small but we just stayed for a night so it didn't bother us too much. It had a little outside space but it was a blind patio so not very pleasant to hang out there especially when the sea is 50 meters away.

Points of Interest Around Riviera Beach House

Attractions

Stearns Wharf

0.2mi

Funk Zone

0.4mi

Leadbetter Beach

0.7mi

Santa Barbara Waterfront

0.7mi

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

0.9mi

Santa Barbara Museum of Art (SBMA)

1mi

Shoreline Park

1.2mi

Old Mission Santa Barbara

2.1mi

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

2.3mi

Montecito

2.5mi

Santa Barbara Botanic Garden (SBBG)

3.2mi

State Street

4.5mi

Goleta

8mi

Solvang

28.6mi

Yasawa Islands

30.2mi

Restaurants

Santo Mezcal

Cuisines

  • Mexican

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Amenities of Riviera Beach House

Restaurant

Free wifi

Room service

Beach

Air conditioning

Bar

Sun deck

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Patio

Garden view

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Riviera Beach House

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Riviera Beach House

Are pets permitted at Riviera Beach House?

Absolutely! You can stay with your beloved pet at the Riviera Beach House. They allow pets and although there may be some charges applied, you can enjoy your stay with your furry friend!

When are the check-in and check-out times for Riviera Beach House?

Your reservation at Riviera Beach House includes a check-in time of 04:00 PM and a check-out time of 11:00 AM.

Is free parking available at Riviera Beach House?

Yes, the Riviera Beach House hotel does provide parking for its guests. The parking is private and located on site. However, it is important to note that parking reservation is not possible. Additionally, there will be a cost of $38 per day for using the hotel's parking facilities.

What's the nightly rate at Riviera Beach House?

Room rates at Riviera Beach House initiate from $331. Yet, variations occur based on your room and date preferences. For exact rates, please insert your travel dates.

What types of rooms does Riviera Beach House offer?

The hotel offers various types of rooms including Queen Rooms, King Rooms, Double Rooms, and Twin Rooms. The rooms differ in terms of bed sizes, with options such as Queen, King, or Double beds available. The rooms are non-smoking and have different occupancy capacities, accommodating 2 adults and 1 child or 4 adults and 3 children depending on the room type. Room sizes range from 118 sqft to 151 sqft.

What are the main attractions at Riviera Beach House?

Guests at Riviera Beach House can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure amenities. They can relax and unwind at the hotel's bar or soak up the sun on the sun deck. For those looking to explore the surroundings, the hotel offers bicycle rental services.

In terms of dining options, guests can enjoy a delicious meal at the on-site restaurant, Santo Mezcal. This family-friendly restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine, providing guests with an authentic culinary experience.

Overall, guests staying at Riviera Beach House have various options to make the most of their time at the hotel. They can relax, enjoy the beautiful weather on the sun deck, have a refreshing drink at the bar, or explore the surrounding area on bicycle. Additionally, they can indulge in the diverse Mexican culinary delights offered at Santo Mezcal.

Does Riviera Beach House feature its own restaurants?

Yes, the hotel has a restaurant on site called Santo Mezcal. It offers Mexican cuisine and is family-friendly.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Riviera Beach House?

No, cash is not a valid payment option at Riviera Beach House.