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.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in The Mesa?

For your stay in The Mesa, Relaxing 2BR Condo•Near Dining•Sunsets•Parks•Close Beach Access! is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

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 162 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.

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

1. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

2. The Franciscan Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Bob

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

3. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Eli James

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

4. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Simon

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.

5. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 2 km from The Mesa

Channah

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

6. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.9 km from The Mesa

emiliano

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

7. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Abby

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

8. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Arlen

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

9. Ala Mar by the Sea

West Beach, 2.6 km from The Mesa

cinthya

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A building with a tiled entrance, a sign reading "LA ROSA," and a garden with various plants and a palm tree.

10. Villa Rosa Inn

West Beach, 2.6 km from The Mesa

Elizabeth

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building entrance with a tiled floor, an arched doorway, and large potted plants.

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

Oak Park, 3 km from The Mesa

Rich

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

12. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

Laguna, 3.1 km from The Mesa

Maria

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

13. Haley Hotel

Lower State, 2.7 km from The Mesa

Rodney J

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa

Karri

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

15. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

hampton

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

16. Sandpiper Lodge

4.6 km from The Mesa

Greg

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

17. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

18. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 4.6 km from The Mesa

Tammy

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

19. Riviera Beach House

The Funk Zone, 2.7 km from The Mesa

Mary

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

20. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa

hoan

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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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.

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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 church, 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.

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A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.

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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and well put together. The bed was comfortable. Bathroom was very large and well laid out. The shower was kind of small but then I'm a bigger guy so that's not a negative"

Lemon Tree Inn

8/10 Good

"When I lived in Santa Barbara from 2001-2020, we would always book rooms for the guests we didn't have room for at The Lemon Tree. I now live in San Diego and usually stay with family when I come to town every 5-6 weeks. But this time, I was visiting with a friend from my childhood who lives in the Midwest who deserved the ambiance of a place li9ke The Lemon Tree. During our stay, we had drinks by the pool and swam in it, It is very long and there is a long shallow shelf which delighted my 3 1/2 year old grandson but PLEASE NOTE: the pool is not heated! After a drink with local friends by the pool, my daughter and her family who live in Santa Barbara went to our room. We turned the TV on for the kids and the adults retreated to the private lanai, which is spacious and welcoming. On paper, The Crocodile Restaurant is separate from the hotel, but it was easy to order and have the food delivered to our room. So why do I give it only "Good" ratings on Expedia? I love ambiance and The Lemon Tree oozes with it. It provides guests a serene, tropical setting away from the beach, which is too touristy for me. Beyond that, if it meets my low standards: the shower delivers steady hot water, the place is clean, and the beds are comfortable, I am happy. I'm saying "Good" because people who want up-to-date guest rooms, should move on. The guest rooms, particularly the bathrooms, are crying for an update. But they do work."

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Such a lovely place. We received a really warm welcome on arrival and this set the tone for our entire trip. The team at Brisas del Mar are fabulous - so friendly and helpful. Our room was spacious with great facilities - a huge comfortable bed and a great shower. The breakfast was simple but really handy to start the day. Perfect location for walking to the marina and the town. Highly recommended"

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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

1. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2. The Franciscan Hotel

3. Castillo Inn at the Beach

4. Beachside Inn

5. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

6. Inn By The Harbor

7. Harbor House Inn

8. La Playa Inn

9. Ala Mar by the Sea

10. Villa Rosa Inn

11. Casa Iglesia, a ZenStay Hotel

12. Casa Jardin, a ZenStay Hotel

13. Haley Hotel

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

15. Marina Beach Hotel

16. Sandpiper Lodge

17. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

18. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

19. Riviera Beach House

20. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Where to stay in The Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

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