Riviera Beach House Rooms & Suites
The rooms make as much economic use of space as the entire hotel does with the environment. Each room is structured to save space and reduce environmental impact. The green accommodations, fragrance-free natural bath products, and eco-friendly mandate ensure that each guest leaves the smallest carbon footprint possible.
Guests have a choice between King, Queen, and Double rooms, each with unique spatial options and upscale amenities. King rooms feature a modern workspace and iHome station, perfect for the traveling businessperson. The King and Queen both feature access to a private garden patio.
Each room features sleek décor, green housekeeping services, and a selection of amenities including but not limited to free Wi-Fi, flat screen televisions, all-natural toiletries with complimentary bathrobe, European-style showers, ergonomic furniture design, newspapers, in-room safes, and wake-up calls should they be required.
Nearby Restaurants
The Hotel Indigo is ideally located within minutes of some of the best-known eateries in Santa Barbara. The concierge and front desk staff are happy to recommend a dining destination for hungry guests. The waterside Funk Zone attracts people from all around to taste the delectable selections available within this bohemian neighborhood.
The Lark is a fun and funky bar atmosphere with signature cocktails and out-of-this-world menu selections. The famous Duck Liver Mousse and Pineapple or the Glazed Spanish Octopus promise a dining experience unlike any other.
Mony's Taqueria is another great place to pop in for lunch or settle in for a night out. This is one of those local treasures that offers fresh and tasty Mexican cuisine with a self-serve salsa bar. This casual restaurant is a must.
Visitors can enjoy the flavors and the atmosphere at Lucky Penny, aptly named for the thousands of pennies lining the outside walls of the building. The pizza is just as tempting as the atmosphere and is baked in a wood-fired oven. This restaurant also serves breakfast items.
The Metropulos serves sandwiches and breakfasts for a quick bite. With Mediterranean flavors, this restaurant prides itself on fresh ingredients, especially their famous aioli sauces. After an afternoon at the beach, guests can also stop at the Rebar, a trendy coffee shop located near the hotel.
Special Packages
Close to the Urban Wine Trail, the Indigo Hotel allows guests to enjoy some of the flavors during their stay by taking advantage of some of the special pricing and packages available. The Sip and Sleep offers guests the opportunity to enjoy a bottle of the Red Carpet Red, a Pinot Noir crafted along with Ampelos Cellars for the 2016 Film Festival. This special extra is available with special codes for a limited time for an additional cost of $30.
The Santa Barbara Lovin', perfect for the romantic getaway, comes with a tasting at the Refugio Ranch. A bottle of wine along with two specialized wine glasses and chocolate truffles are enough to sweeten any stay. This package is available for a limited time at a cost of $50.
The Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara offers a cozy and intimate space perfect for anniversaries, reunions, or VIP meetings. The Boardroom seats up to 10 people and features access to the surrounding premises and the relaxing rooftop lounge. The on-site business center includes free Wi-Fi, access to fax, scanning, and printing to meet guests’ business traveling needs.
Eco-friendly Features
The ever-blooming plant wall is just one of the attractions that makes this hotel such a unique locale. The Hotel Indigo is dedicated to green living and creating an experience that reduces carbon imprints. Many features exist to further this mission. The Vertical Garden is an artistic representation of the interconnectedness between humans and the natural world.
The Car Free Initiative invites guests to directly take part in the green lifestyle by using the many available means of transportation available in the area. Train, bus, and biking are some of the options for getting around. Free bike rentals and discounts are available to visitors taking advantage of this feature. The hotel is located within walking distance of many attractions, including the beach.
The bathrooms in each guest room are stocked with natural bath products that are kind to the earth and provide a luxurious experience. These fragrance-free products are available to every guest to enjoy while making use of the water-conserving showers and low-flow features. The housekeeping staff makes use of eco-friendly products and ionized water systems when sprucing up the guest rooms.
The staff at Hotel Indigo understands that vacations are for the whole family. This includes the furry members too. This location prides itself on being pet-friendly so everyone can enjoy their beachside getaway with those they love most. Dogs, cats, and other pets under 55 pounds are welcome with a $40 per visit charge. With the request of a pet-friendly room, guests can enjoy their getaway with their furry companions. There is a limit of two pets per room.
Plan This Vacation
Gallery hoppers will have plenty to do if they are staying at the Hotel Indigo. The local art scene is thriving and welcomes those who wish to stroll through the bohemian neighborhood. Galleries, shops, and studios are just some of the delights that await those visiting this unique corner of Santa Barbara. Sundays feature the mile-long arts and crafts show, which is just steps away from the hotel. The Santa Barbara Art Walk draws frequent crowds and is a delightful stop for local flavor.
The downtown area has its own offerings for those looking for a fun night out. The trolley carries visitors to the shopping district, full of more artistic venues, fine restaurants, and the famous Urban Wine Trail. The nearby Amtrak station can transport visitors to a variety of locations along the seaside. Part of the Santa Barbara Car Free Project, there are special discounts to those making the effort to sightsee without the use of a car in order to take part in eco-friendly vacationing.
121 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, website, Phone: 805-966-6586
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Conclusion
Riviera Beach House (formerly Hotel Indigo Santa Barbara), one of the top art hotels in the United States, is eco-friendly, hip and modern. Within the artistic epicenter known as the Funk Zone, this location is the center point for a bohemian lifestyle. This cutting edge hotel was built with environmental sustainability in mind. Borrowing from the European aesthetic, each room is a charming home-away-from-home. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of popular eateries and the beach.
Riviera Beach House is passionate about promoting the local art scene as well, and it is proud to be known as a satellite location for the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara. The hotel features rotating art exhibits with regular installations from the MCASB. Frequent art openings and events take place throughout the year, and guests can enjoy one of the main attractions of the local art scene during their stay.
A designated satellite space for the Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara, the hotel frequently features rotating exhibits of both local and renowned artists. The Art Library is a relaxing corner to take in the exhibitions, visit during an opening, or see a rare touring piece. Their practice of featuring local artists has transformed the hotel into an integral part of the thriving local art scene. Guests can arrange for private viewings and receive special discounts at the MCASB main space as well. Located at the Paseo Nuevo Mall in the heart of Santa Barbara, the MCASB is dedicated to promoting the local art scene. More ideas: Best Things to Do in Santa Barbara and California getaways.
