Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Sundeck
Lobby sitting area
Bicycling
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Reagan Ranch Center
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed, Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Full Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room with Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Queen Garden Patio Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Room With Roll-in Shower-Accessible

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Ada Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Garden Patio

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe 2 Doubles Garden Patio

  • Sleeps 4

Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be steps from MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Reagan Ranch Center. Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Stearns Wharf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Reagan Ranch Center - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riviera Beach House

3.5-star hotel near 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. 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
  • Built in 1912
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is 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 coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 42.63 per day)
  • Limited onsite valet parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle rentals

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 lbs 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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.

  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 42.63 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, 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 each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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

How close is Riviera Beach House to the airport?

Riviera Beach House is 10.5 mi (13-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riviera Beach House on Mar 22, 2026 start from $223, 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.

Does Riviera Beach House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Riviera Beach House.

How close is Riviera Beach House to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from West Beach and 13-minute walk from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Riviera Beach House offer free breakfast?

Riviera Beach House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Riviera Beach House?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Riviera Beach House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Riviera Beach House?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 42.63 per day.

Does Riviera Beach House have a pool?

Riviera Beach House does not have a pool.

Does Riviera Beach House have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Riviera Beach House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Riviera Beach House to downtown Santa Barbara?

Riviera Beach House is 1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Riviera Beach House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 503 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 282 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 129 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1006 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great happy hour! Cute hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Natalie was extremely nice and helpful even though she was understaffed. Our room accommodations were perfect for a night away. This property is smack in the middle.of the Funk zone. Will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chayden

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very small for two people and two dogs. The hotel was very nice other than that. Cute patio outside the room helped make up for the small size of the room. Staff was awesome and you can't beat the location..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn Kori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was amazing! The rooms were super cute. And the lobby was engaging and brought visitors together. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald, New Orleans

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are small, perfect location. Would definitely recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Nathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I stayed here while in town for my brother’s wedding. The location was amazing, lots of great restaurants in the area, very close to the beach, and a very walkable area. We were initially placed in a wheelchair accessible room. During my first shower, the water went into the whole bathroom and started into the bedroom. The staff was nice enough to place us in a different room. The facilities and cleanliness left a lot to be desired. There was hair throughout the shower in our new room, the tv remote batteries were low, the lights in the bathroom went out. The staff was notified but the lights were out in the bathroom almost the whole time we were there. The staff was extremely nice and helpful with luggage and details about the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fatima

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The noise in this hotel is unbearable. The building was apparently not build with insulation or noise control in mind. We had to move rooms to go to the second floor because of how loud the people were above us just simply walking around. The cleaning crew woke you up because every move they made felt like they were cleaning the room you were sleeping in. People talking in their rooms or in the hallway were so loud you felt like they were in their room. The noise from the train and street outside were loud enough to keep you up at night. Although it was a great location in the funk zone and had some nice amenities, we will never stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was great, friend staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was very nice and accommodating, but this hotel is insanely overpriced. The room was a shoebox, basically a foot of floorspace around the bed, with fancy decor to mask the fact that its a glorified Motel 6. They have NO parking, we had to park in public parking 3 blocks away and walk with all of our luggage. Its a quant hotel, but defintely won't go back. At least I got to experience what ita like to take a shower in a coffin
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless, staff was great and easy to talk to throughout our short stay. The room had pretty good amenities for a small short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Socha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing friendly staff during night and day, anticipated needs and provided recommendations for beaches, places to eat, clean , good vibes and beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlene

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