The Mesa Travel Guide

Santa Barbara

A beach with the sun low on the horizon, casting a warm glow on the sand and water.
A person standing on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.
A calm sea at sunset with a sailboat and several ships in the distance.
A person walking on a beach with footprints, a sunset, and a mountain in the background.
A sandy beach with large rocks in the foreground and a cliff with trees in the background.

Stay near popular The Mesa attractions

A person walking on a beach with footprints, a sunset, and a mountain in the background.
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole
Open Photo by Alexandra Heatwole

Arroyo Burro Beach

9.4/5 (77 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Arroyo Burro Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Take in the entertainment choices and sunsets in the area.
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Top hotels in The Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 6.785.936 ₫ per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
6.785.936 ₫
7.890.687 ₫ total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,418 reviews)
"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

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 3.364.961 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
3.364.961 ₫
3.836.056 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,516 reviews)
"Clean room excellent maid service staff are excellent and breakfast is very good."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is 5.538.359 ₫ per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
5.538.359 ₫
6.435.121 ₫ total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,219 reviews)
"Shower water was draining"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is 4.946.654 ₫ per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
4.946.654 ₫
5.846.046 ₫ total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,275 reviews)
"small facility but clean and recently updated Walking distance to nice restaurants. would come again!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is 2.153.806 ₫ per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
2.153.806 ₫
2.534.463 ₫ total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,362 reviews)
"Check in slow Staff talking to each other."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 5.999.889 ₫ per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
5.999.889 ₫
6.851.418 ₫ total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,219 reviews)
"Noisy. Bed not great."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Beachside Inn
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Where to stay in The Mesa

Find the best The 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 Lobero Theater or Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt

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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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