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.

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 165 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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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

26 km from The Mesa

Trevor

₹16,532 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

17.6 km from The Mesa

Justin

₹18,631 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

18.9 km from The Mesa

Stephen

₹7,972 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Inn on Summer Hill

11.5 km from The Mesa

Dawn

₹23,202 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Casa Iglesia

Oak Park, 3 km from The Mesa

Sharon

₹21,273 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

19.1 km from The Mesa

Leticia I

₹19,733 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 2 km from The Mesa

Ryan

₹18,165 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Jun - 4 Jun

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Mountain View | View from room

Montecito Inn

7.4 km from The Mesa

Anna

₹24,421 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Ground Floor | Terrace/patio

Casa Del Sol

19 km from The Mesa

Esther

₹13,096 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

6.9 km from The Mesa

Andrea

₹18,275 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

East Beach, 4.4 km from The Mesa

Constantin

₹20,183 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

15.7 km from The Mesa

"The cabin we had was wonderful. Kitchen was stocked so well. It was clean and pleasant. However, if you advertise a restaurant and you are 17 MILES away from everything, that advertised restaurant better be open. We were panicked when the restaurant had not been open for over 1.5 years!!! The thought of going back 17 miles on a country road after driving over 5 hours was a deal breaker. Although staff was super and helped us find some food in the little convenience store (which closed at...

Denise

₹24,656 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jun - 3 Jun

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

17 km from The Mesa

Yanchao

Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Vincent

₹18,821 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

East Beach, 4 km from The Mesa

Simon

₹36,718 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jun - 16 Jun

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

8 km from The Mesa

Nancy

₹19,915 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Villa Rosa Inn

West Beach, 2.6 km from The Mesa

George

₹14,575 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 4.5 km from The Mesa

wandi

₹29,090 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

The Inn at East Beach

East Beach, 4.7 km from The Mesa

Deserie

₹16,465 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Luxury House | Living room | 50-inch Smart TV with digital channels

The Craft House Inn

2.2 km from The Mesa

Norma

₹26,556 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

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Where to stay in The Mesa

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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.

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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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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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

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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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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.

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Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff and costumers oriented. Great location as well as quiet. I was planning for 1 night but extended my stay for another night . Will plan to stay there in my next trip."

Beachside Inn

8/10 Good

"Enjoyed our stay. Unfortunately during our stay (May 2026) construction was taking place during the day so that was a bit annoying, but hopefully that won't continue to be an issue moving forward. I would say I really enjoyed the ammenities and the room was great. My only recommendation would be an upgrade to the carpet in the room. It felt dingy. The shower was amazing. All in all I would recommend this stay to others due to its location and great service, but a few minor upgrades could be made to make the experience more pleasant for guests."

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

6/10 Okay

"The stay was OK, but its not worth the very high price paid ($1,988.11) for two nights. Resort Fee and Parking were just a money grab, parking lot was mostly empty and the only resort amenities I've seen was a swimming pool. Breakfast Buffet was poor. The room location and stay was more like a cheap Motel by the beach. You will not get your money's worth."

Lavender Inn by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Can’t say enough good things about this adorable family owned Hotel. The rooms were spotless, beds and pillows super comfy, the breakfast and afternoon wine and snacks were an absolute plus. The staff was so welcoming and friendly. Lee at the front desk check in is an absolute gem and a sweetheart. She took time to tell me about all the amenities and perks, gave me detailed information about surrounding area and restaurant recommendations. I think she has worked at this hotel for over 30 plus years and had nothing but wonderful things to say about the owners. The beach, shopping and restaurant were all within walking distance. Highly recommend!"

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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Inn on Summer Hill

Casa Iglesia

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Montecito Inn

Casa Del Sol

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Rancho Oso RV & Camping Resort

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Beachside Inn

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Villa Rosa Inn

Santa Barbara Inn

The Inn at East Beach

The Craft House Inn

Where to stay in The Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

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