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Top Trending Hotels Near Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara

Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

2.5 star property
19.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is ₹9,088
₹10,468 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

3.5 star property
17.6 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1339)
"Good hotel"
United States
MINH
The price is ₹9,868
₹11,367 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1484)
"Great location, friendly staff and valet, pretty room. "
United States
Asha
The price is ₹17,637
₹20,140 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (961)
"It was an amazing stay! They were very accommodating and the rooms were cutley decorated! I would love to come again whenever possible!!!"
United States
Dhristi
The price is ₹10,439
₹11,901 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from Alta Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1981)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
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, (1001)
"It was great. Staff really nice, room great and the restaurant was excellent. "
United States
Shaunna
The price is ₹17,677
₹19,854 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

2.0 star property
19 km from Alta Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1199)
"We had a short one-day stay and it was clean and quiet."
United States
CYNTHIA
The price is ₹7,917
₹9,120 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Clean and renovated property with SB charm. Kitchenette was great! "
United States
Madeline
The Franciscan Hotel
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from Alta Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1788)
"Clean room , great staff , place super quiet and clean "
United States
Lisandra
The price is ₹15,047
₹17,183 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1084)
"Room was clean and big,location was great"
United States
Daniel
The price is ₹11,104
₹12,681 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Beachside Inn
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is ₹13,631
₹15,539 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Marina Beach Motel
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room
Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn

4.0 star property
7.3 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Wonderful stay. Beautiful facility and location. "
United States
Abbylin
The price is ₹13,229
₹18,861 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Montecito Inn
Exterior
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, (1001)
"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 ₹17,194
₹19,635 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1097)
"Great place."
Canada
Mario
The price is ₹14,309
₹16,312 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1040)
"The staff was lovely, and the hotel was in a great location. The rooms were super cute and comfortable too. Would definitely stay here again. "
United States
Leala
The price is ₹14,222
₹16,536 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hotel Santa Barbara
Sun deck
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.5 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Great stay"
United States
Scott
The price is ₹13,080
₹14,937 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Riviera Beach House
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

2.0 star property
17.1 km from Alta Mesa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Rooms were clean and staff very friendly and cooperative."
United States
Sulakshana
The price is ₹6,512
₹7,681 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Lobby lounge
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, (354)
"The room was perfect and spotless "
United States
Liz
The price is ₹14,086
₹16,059 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.5 km from Alta Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (985)
"I like that it's a boutique hotel."
United States
Jacquelyne
The price is ₹19,348
₹25,686 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 star property
West Beach, 2 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1292)
"Nice location"
United States
Patricia
The price is ₹16,172
₹18,467 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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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 featuring 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 West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Top Alta Mesa Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Definetly would stay here again!"
David 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

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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 47 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.