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Exterior

1. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.6 km from East Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,946 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful and hotel was quiet."
United States
Amanda
The price is 5.921.146 ₫
6.761.653 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Inn By The Harbor
Breakfast area

2. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,348 reviews)
"Great stay! Would book again"
United States
Omar
The price is 5.771.894 ₫
6.591.215 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea
View from property

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,120 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is 6.175.623 ₫
7.040.211 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite)

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,393 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is 4.663.943 ₫
5.521.213 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior

5. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,184 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is 5.595.800 ₫
6.379.212 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
Exterior

6. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,451 reviews)
"Great location Very nice staff"
United States
Liad
The price is 6.498.400 ₫
7.420.849 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property – evening/night

7. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect location! Great room. Great continental breakfast."
United States
Greer
The price is 6.618.320 ₫
7.544.859 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
La Playa Inn
Front of property

8. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Simple hotel but great location!"
United States
Abraham
The price is 4.010.314 ₫
4.579.570 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Lobby sitting area

9. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,276 reviews)
"Great location, free parking on site was great, nice staff, nice rooms, and amazing breakfast!!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is 4.840.970 ₫
5.528.178 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Beachside Inn
Room

10. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
18.3 km from East Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,654 reviews)
"good place to stay."
United States
Ramzi
The price is 2.056.687 ₫
2.472.692 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Exterior

11. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay very close to the beach and to great restaurants"
United States
Cole
The price is 4.277.234 ₫
4.876.047 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Casa Del Mar Inn
Outdoor pool

12. Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.3 km from East Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Perfect Gem to get away for a day or two"
United States
David
The price is 4.811.009 ₫
5.403.725 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Front of property

13. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing location, amenities and cleanliness!"
United States
Katrin
The price is 4.547.800 ₫
5.184.493 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Harbor House Inn
Lobby

14. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.7 km from East Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,023 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Loved staying here for a long weekend"
United States
Eila
The price is 5.635.272 ₫
6.424.314 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Upham Hotel
Fountain

15. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,279 reviews)
"Lovely stay, Comfortable, friendly, and the kitchenette was a plus."
United States
Naomi
The price is 5.413.690 ₫
6.171.606 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel
Lobby lounge

16. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.7 km from East Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (486 reviews)
"The staff was excellent and the rooms were extremely cozy. I will be staying with my little Pomeranian again!"
United States
Channah
The price is 4.233.225 ₫
4.825.918 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Courtyard

17. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
16.4 km from East Mesa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,439 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andrew
The price is 1.968.700 ₫
2.371.937 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Front of property

18. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is 5.058.464 ₫
5.932.759 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
Breakfast area

19. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 3.6 km from East Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a show at the Bowl!"
United States
Patty
The price is 4.404.835 ₫
5.030.079 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Front of property

20. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from East Mesa
6.2 out of 10, (1,016 reviews)
"Beautiful location, great staff, and spacious room"
United States
cinthya
The price is 3.845.409 ₫
5.241.296 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Ala Mar by the Sea
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Where to stay in East Mesa

Find the best East Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
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West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

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

Top East Mesa Hotel Reviews

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

8/10 Good
"I was not on site much to try and give a good review. Every room has a nice patio with chairs. the rooms were big and the bed was great. The rooms need some TLC and like most hotels there it's dated. Yes I would stay again"
Mark 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Lemon Tree Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is East Mesa like?
Travellers to the East Mesa neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach as part of your East Mesa travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the East Mesa area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 86 East Mesa hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Mesa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in East Mesa.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of East Mesa with a visit to Leadbetter Beach and Shoreline Park. A visit to 1000 Steps Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around East Mesa include Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carriage and Western Art Museum and Mesa Lane Steps Beach are also worth a stop.