East Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Popular places to visit

Shoreline Park
Shoreline Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Santa Barbara County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its lively festivals.

Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Top hotels in East Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara
All good. Wish the common areas were a bit more up leveled (they are very sparse, carpet is poor). In the room, the bathroom slider door lends itself to being a petri-dish based on having hands all over the door to make it open/close.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
clean room and staff
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Clean rooms, good breakfast, centralized location
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Wonderful stay friendly staff
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your positive experiences. It is wonderful to hear that you found our accommodations to be so satisfactory. Your kind words about our services are truly encouraging to our dedicated team. We hope you will consider staying with us again during your ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Overall experience is good.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Mesa

The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

West Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in West Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arroyo Burro Beach and Leadbetter Beach.

Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
East Mesa Travel Guide
- 1000 Steps Beach
- Santa Barbara Zoo
- University of California
- Butterfly Beach
- Stearns Wharf
- Carpinteria State Beach
- Santa Ynez Valley
- Santa Barbara City College
- Lake Cachuma
- Los Padres National Forest
- El Capitan State Beach
- Arroyo Burro Beach
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Cabrillo Pavillion
- Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
- Sandpiper Golf Club
