Riviera Beach House

Hotels
8.1 (736 reviews)
121 State Street , Santa Barbara , US
+1 805-966-6586

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Small rooms
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
Issues with mold on window shade and musty-smelling rooms.
Service
8.85
Staff was friendly, but inconsistency in helping with issues.
Location
9.85
Excellent location near restaurants, beach, and train station.
Room Quality
7.35
Rooms are small and had heating issues.
Amenities
7.85
Limited amenities with no elevator and inconsistent heating.
Value for Money
7.35
Rooms are overpriced for the quality and size.
Food and Beverage
8.35
On-site restaurant has great food and drinks.
Overall Experience
8.35
Enjoyable stay despite room size and cleanliness issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 11:16

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in the contemporary elegance of Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara, where every room offers a platform bed, plush bathrobes, and modern decor. Enjoy premium channels on a flat-screen TV and unwind in the European-style bathrooms.

Convenient Location
Located just steps away from Stearns Wharf and the Santa Barbara beachfront, our hotel is the perfect choice for travelers looking to explore the beauty of the area. With the Amtrak Station and Santa Barbara Zoo nearby, convenience is at your fingertips.

Relaxation and Amenities
Take advantage of our on-site library for a peaceful retreat during your stay at Santa Barbara Indigo Hotel. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities, and impeccable service throughout your visit.

Experience the best of Santa Barbara - book your stay at Hotel Indigo today!

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SBA

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 736 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 8.85
Location: 9.85
Room Quality: 7.35
Amenities: 7.85
Value for Money: 7.35
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.35
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Andrea • couple • de
7
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Cristopher • couple • us
10
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Bunna • extended_group • us
7
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Stefania • couple • us
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Ramon • couple • us
8
It’s a lovely hotel that I stay keep on my top 3 list for Santa Barbara.
Pros:

The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, and the proximity to the beach and funk zone made it a perfect location.

Cons:

The mini split air conditioner turned off during the middle of the night despite the thermostat being set.

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The room was beautiful and the staff was nice from the front desk to the general manager to housekeeping

Cons:

The train noise

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Andy • couple • au
10
Awesome staff, clean and neat hotel.
Pros:

Awesome staff, clean and neat hotel.

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Donald • couple • us
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Donald • couple • us
10
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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alanasY1165KP • NONE
6
An underwhelming experience
Pros:

This hotel is okay. The location is amazing and the staff was nice, but that's about all it offered in terms of positives. The rooms are small and the bathroom was cramped and the showers don't have any doors that reach the floor so every time we showered the whole bathroom floor got wet. I would say this hotel is sufficient for a very short visit.

2026-08-28 • via Tripadvisor
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ANTONIO • solo_traveller • es
5
Cons:

Habitaciones diminutas.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Prabhanjan • extended_group • in
9
Best location, great staff, beautiful stay
Pros:

Very friendly staff. Great location. Comfortable and clean. Patio with our room was an added advantage. Loved it! Wish room could have been little bigger but that’s asking for too much 😊

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Matthew • extended_group • au
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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905margueritel • Family
10
Dog friendly
Pros:

We come back every year and we LOVE it here. The staff is fantastic from housekeeping to the parking attendant and of course the front desk. Roomy absolutely clean rooms and walking distance to everything
5 stars!!!

2026-08-20 • via Tripadvisor
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Cjblackberry • Solo travel • Bakersfield, California
10
Great find perfect location
Pros:

Great little spot. It feels very upscale and couldn’t be better located or Santa Barbara.

2026-08-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Wojciech • solo_traveller • gb
6
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Room size

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
10
Beautiful place, great location, very nice staff
Pros:

I absolutely love this hotel! I’ll be staying here everytime I visit home

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee