West Mesa

Santa Barbara

West Mesa
Photo by David Simmington
Photo by David Simmington
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

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 Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

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.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

4.5/5(11 reviews)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(32 reviews)

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.

Upper State Street
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

4/5(1 review)

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.

Butterfly Beach

Things to do

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

S$36
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Luxury Mercedes Transportation

Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour

S$869
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Wine Country Vineyard & Village Tour
Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

S$89
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Checking out the sea lions

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

S$71
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Come see Santa Barbara like you never have heard tales of death and bring the city's history back to life.

Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour

S$31
per adult
Santa Barbara Ghosts Tour
Wine Tours of the Santa Ynez Valley

Wine Tours One

S$204
per adult
Wine Tours One
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Top hotels in West Mesa

Beachside Inn
Beachside Inn
3 out of 5
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$284 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
S$284
17 Jun - 18 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"The property was very clean well kept very friendly staff very pleased with it. It’s an older building, but it’s very comfortable."

Reviewed on 12 Jun, 2025

Beachside Inn
Sandpiper Lodge
Sandpiper Lodge
2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$168 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
S$168
18 Jun - 19 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,562 reviews)
Overnight trip
"Staff is very nice. Although it's a little dated is very clean and comfortable. Will stay again thanks"

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,700 reviews)
"Very nice."

Reviewed on 11 Jun, 2025

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Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
Hotel Santa Barbara
3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$345 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$345
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Our room was newly remodeled and very nice. Common areas were still under construction. Not ideal but for 1 night it was fine."

Reviewed on 11 Jun, 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is S$497 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
S$497
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
6.8/10 (10 reviews)
"A great place to stay for a weekend to get away from L.A."

Reviewed on 13 May, 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 out of 5
4558 Carpinteria Ave, Carpinteria, CA
The price is S$249 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$249
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,109 reviews)
"Nice design. Worth it"

Reviewed on 12 Jun, 2025

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around West Mesa

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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.

Alta Mesa
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The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

The Mesa
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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 Earl Warren Showgrounds.

Las Positas
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East Mesa

If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Mesa
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Westside

While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Santa Barbara Museum of Art are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
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West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are top sights worth seeing.

West Beach

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