Alta Mesa
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Top hotels in Alta Mesa
Hotel Santa Barbara
Room was comfortable, staff was great and location was perfect for walking downtown and the beach was about a 10 minute walk, the streets in downtown are closed to traffic so perfect for walking!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
The rooms are kept neat everyday and the view of your patio is amazing. I enjoyed my stay and will choose this hotel for future stays thanks.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Clean room clean facilities nice people . Will stay again
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Clean rooms, good breakfast, centralized location
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
3rd time stay. Will choose again.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Impeccable everything, incredible staff and service throughout our stay. They were lovely to our toddler son, we loved every bit of our experience and are already planning our return.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
West Mesa
While there might not be top attractions in West Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arroyo Burro Beach and Leadbetter Beach.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
East Mesa
If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
