What is The Mesa like?

Travellers to the The Mesa neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach as part of your The Mesa travel plans.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the The Mesa area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 164 The Mesa hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Mesa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in The Mesa.

What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach and 1000 Steps Beach while you're in The Mesa. A visit to Mesa Lane Steps Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around The Mesa include Santa Barbara Carriage Museum, Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Carriage and Western Art Museum. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in The Mesa, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

1. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.9 km from The Mesa

Richard

8.911.797 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

2. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa

Brian

7.838.581 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Joanna

7.411.585 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

4. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa

Ignacio

7.679.683 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

5. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Julia

4.999.021 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

6. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Amy

6.469.243 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

7. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa

Sean

6.441.337 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Julianne

7.311.870 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

9. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Abraham

7.126.202 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

10. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Jackson

7.902.714 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

11. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 3.1 km from The Mesa

Anita

5.043.429 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

12. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Adam

6.279.194 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

13. The Milo

West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa

Fernando

8.777.327 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

14. Casa Del Mar Inn

West Beach, 2.4 km from The Mesa

Cole

5.866.760 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

15. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Dayne

8.194.719 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

16. Villa Rosa Inn

West Beach, 2.6 km from The Mesa

Jose

7.215.083 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

17. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Marcella

5.196.151 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

18. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 2 km from The Mesa

Viviano

6.717.059 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

19. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa

Kennedy

8.429.592 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

20. Sandpiper Lodge

North State, 4.6 km from The Mesa

Joe

4.167.156 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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Where to stay in The Mesa

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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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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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.

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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.

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

West Beach

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

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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.

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Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

The Franciscan Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"First time to Santa Barbara. I love this place ! Very nice hotel clean , room smell nice . We will comeback again😊"

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Stayed for 1 night and our room was clean. It really is set up more like a motel, as in you access rooms from outside/parking—that’s the style of accommodations that are all in the area. It was comfortable and room was nicer than I expected. Free breakfast was a nice add on. Typical hotel breakfast—waffles, instant oatmeal, yogurt, baked goods, & coffee. Easy access to downtown area and can walk to everything."

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Great little staycation with a family of 3 kids. Pool was great. The beach was a fun adventure but it took a minute to get all the tar off from the beach. The food at all the restaurants was excellent they have an amazing amount of options for the kids. Overall wonderful stay."

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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

1. Inn By The Harbor

2. Lavender Inn by the Sea

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

4. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

5. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

6. Marina Beach Hotel

7. The Upham Hotel

8. La Playa Inn

9. Castillo Inn at the Beach

10. Harbor House Inn

11. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

12. Beachside Inn

13. The Milo

14. Casa Del Mar Inn

15. Mason Beach Inn

16. Villa Rosa Inn

17. The Franciscan Hotel

18. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

19. Hotel Santa Barbara

20. Sandpiper Lodge

Where to stay in The Mesa

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Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

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