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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camila • couple • co
10
Pros:

Todo

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • solo_traveller • us
10
I would stay here again!
Pros:

It was a perfect location in beautiful Santa Barbara. The staff was friendly and accommodating.

Cons:

The room was a bit small, but very nicely appointed

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Francois • solo_traveller • us
10
Great option for downtown Santa Barbara if you want access to the town, restaurants and the ocean.
Pros:

Location was really central and close to the water. Nicely redone with thoughtful touches.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Elia • couple • us
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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bruno • couple • fr
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Patricia Michelle • couple • us
10
Whimsical fun stay in a great location near the beach.
Pros:

Beautiful art. Clean. Great location. Wonderful helpful staff

Cons:

Loved everything

2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Alyssa • extended_group • us
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • us
6
Great location, very nice inside but not well noise insulated being next to a train station/crossing
Pros:

This hotel is in a great location being several blocks from the beach and several blocks from the main area of State Street. The room was clean and comfortable. Bed was good and had pillows with different levels of firmness. The staff was very nice and helpful.

Cons:

The hotel sits next to the train station and at a rail crossing. The room was very noisy with trains rolling by, train horns, crossing warning, and car traffic. The walls are very thin and the windows are not well insulated adding to the noise. If you want peace and quiet this is not a place to get a room. The shower set up is similar to origami. There is a shower curtain and a swinging glass door requiring proper positioning to slow the amount of water that gets into the bathroom area. No matter how hard you try the floor around the shower will be flooded. The parking costs $45 a night which is fairly steep. I found parking within a block or two where I could park overnight. No elevator so if you have physical challenges or luggage it creates some choices. The staff will carry your luggage to the room. Not sure they will carry you.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Vinicius • couple • br
10
Great location, attentive staff, beautiful hotel, very functional (bikes, towels) — room a bit small
Pros:

Incredible location, super attentive staff, and a beautiful hotel. It’s also very functional: they lend bikes for rides up to 2 hours, beach towels, several water refill stations around the property, and the staff was extremely helpful with our post-checkout luggage storage request.

Cons:

Although the room’s setup is great, we found it a bit tight on space. Since we had one large suitcase and two medium ones, we had to do a bit of juggling to fit everything. But it’s nothing that affected our overall experience, which was still amazing.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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lilia rachel • couple • br
10
Descanso e paz
Pros:

localizacao perfeita perto da praia.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Diane • extended_group • gb
10
Enjoyable stay in lovely hotel in perfect location,
Pros:

Lovely modern hotel with a cosy feel. Perfect location to explore Santa Barbara . Staff helpful and friendly, particularly Nicole .

Cons:

Bathroom a bit small

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Adam • extended_group • au
9
Beautiful building and facilities with incredible staff.
Pros:

Perfect location right in the centre of town. Facility was clean with a welcoming reception area with games and water/coffee

Cons:

Bathroom doors did not reach floor/ceiling which created less privacy.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Florian • couple • de
8
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Pros:

Schönes Hotel und nettes Personal. Kostenloses Wasser und Eiswürfel auf dem Flur. Top Lage um SB zu erkunden. Valet Parking 45€. Restaurant Santo Mezcal direkt nebenan ist sehr zu empfehlen (Essen & Drinks).

Cons:

Zimmer klein (Riviera King) und sehr hellhörig.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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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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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