Santa Barbara Hotel Guide. Hotels in Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, United States of America

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Our top choices for Alta Mesa hotels

Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.1 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Room, Private Bathroom (Susan Loft)
Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2 km from Alta Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Bath Street Inn
Lobby
Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
11.5 km from Alta Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (336)
"Fantastic place to stay! Great staff, great location, beautiful memories!"
United States
Christopher
The price is €243
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Inn on Summer Hill
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
5.3 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Clean rooms, good breakfast, centralized location"
United States
ALEENA
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Front of property
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn
3.5 star property
3.4 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1145)
"Clean, comfortable, quiet, and excellent restaurant and staff"
United States
Davita
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Lemon Tree Inn
Interior entrance
Agave Inn

Agave Inn

Agave Inn
2.0 star property
3.9 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (749)
"Room was very clean, loved the decor in the room and it felt super cozy. "
United States
Gabriel
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Agave Inn
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Property amenity
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
9.5 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (204)
"Such lovely, serene, clean place. Staff were super nice and helpful. Also, a Great place to stay if you are visiting UCSB. "
United States
Beheshteh
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
4 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2072)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Guillermo
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Sports facility
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.9 km from Alta Mesa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (157)
"We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara."
United States
Deborah
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Aerial view
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1012)
"great stay"
United States
Prabhat
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 8.3 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (292)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is €1,361
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.6 km from Alta Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking."
United States
Srecko
The price is €267
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Harbor View Inn
Courtyard
Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
4 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"It was centrally located to nice eateries, breweries, wine bars & local shops. "
United States
Kathy
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Oasis Inn & Suites
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
7.6 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Staff was welcoming and check in was quick."
United States
Mike
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1015)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Beach nearby
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place to stay! Clean rooms, nice staff."
United States
KIMBERLY
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.8 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (356)
"It was a lovely stay! The staff was warm and friendly and overall neat and clean place "
United States
Aishwarya
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Studio Suite, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn

Town and Country Inn
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Alta Mesa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"It was a nice room at a nice price - and nice staff too."
United States
Jessica
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Town and Country Inn
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Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Find the best Alta Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The Mesa

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

Top Alta Mesa Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent
"Nice assortment and good quality food"
James 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Inn By The Harbor

Frequently asked questions

What is Alta Mesa like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Santa Barbara's Alta Mesa neighbourhood.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Alta Mesa area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 46 Alta Mesa hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Alta Mesa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Alta Mesa.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
1000 Steps Beach, Leadbetter Beach and Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around Alta Mesa. While you're out sightseeing, Santa Barbara Carriage Museum and Santa Barbara Public Market are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.