West Mesa
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a popular theatre in Santa Barbara. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 cosy cafes.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in West Mesa
Hotel Santa Barbara
The hotel looked nice from the site but was even better in person. Smelled great an had an amazing decor. They told me they had a renovation a while back so it seems they have modernized it. Staff was great as well parking attendants.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
The pool was heated. My granddaughters had a great time. Breakfast was good. It was a very nice stay.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Rooms are a small but clean. Wi-fi was good and the breakfast will hold you over until lunch.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Needed a place to sleep. Was great clean easy parking free. Needed toothpaste and they had a sample one for us. Will stay again
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Clean, Cute and comfortable
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Milo
Spacious, clean room.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Mesa
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
Alta Mesa
When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Mesa
If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Las Positas
While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Upper State Street.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.
