The Mesa Travel Guide
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Top hotels in The Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara
"First time stay. The property is newly renovated in the old Santa Barbara Spanish style, Our room was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed coffee and a bite to eat for breakfast. We loved the yoghurt with chia seeds and blueberries. The espresso was delicious. The server was fun to talk to and ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"The room was clean and nice but the breakfast was quite limited"
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"The property is well maintained. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The room was clean and spacious."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"clean room good staff. The toilets are extremely low to the ground. No elevator to rooms. They do not always have parking at night and the neighborhood is a little scary to walk around if you have to park off site. They also only clean the room every 3 days."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"I came up to Carpinteria by train and stayed for two nights. The room was clean, the bed was very comfortable. Staff was helpful and friendly. Easy walking distance to the beach. I'll stay here again."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Beachside Inn
"Noisy. Bed not great."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Where to stay in The Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

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

East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.






















