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

1. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (491 reviews)
"The staff was excellent and the rooms were extremely cozy. I will be staying with my little Pomeranian again!"
United States
Channah
The price is S$213
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

2. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,418 reviews)
"Nicest most helpful check in staff."
United States
Steven
The price is S$233
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

3. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,020 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is S$123
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Upham Hotel
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

4. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,294 reviews)
"Great hotel. We always stay here."
United States
Simon
The price is S$241
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Beachside Inn
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

5. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, clean room"
United States
Eli James
The price is S$217
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

6. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,946 reviews)
"Pleasant stay with excellent breakfast."
United States
emiliano
The price is S$330
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Inn By The Harbor
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

7. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,299 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is S$240
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Franciscan Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

8. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location right by the beach, walkable there as well as State street which has all the local events (farmers mkt, etc)"
United States
Arlen
The price is S$345
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Playa Inn
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

9. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,185 reviews)
"easy parking, very nice place"
United States
hampton
The price is S$330
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Marina Beach Hotel
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

10. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,518 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is S$337
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel Santa Barbara
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

11. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, clean, great amenities"
United States
Abby
The price is S$295
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Harbor House Inn
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

12. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,118 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is S$321
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

13. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is S$335
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Mason Beach Inn
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a wicker chair, and a dining area.

14. Beach House Inn

Beach House Inn
2.0 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay! Loved it"
United States
Tim
The price is S$242
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Beach House Inn
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and benches, surrounded by lush tropical plants.

15. Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.7 km from The Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (696 reviews)
"Great place and walking distance to fun bars"
United States
Rodney J
The price is S$248
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Haley Hotel
A courtyard with a curved seating area, a fire pit, and a bicycle.

16. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from The Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing place and wonderful staff!"
United States
Tzu-ying
The price is S$270
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Casa Del Mar Inn
A beach with palm trees, a pier, and a flag.

17. Ala Mar by the Sea

Ala Mar by the Sea
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.6 km from The Mesa
6.0 out of 10, (1,012 reviews)
"Beautiful location, great staff, and spacious room"
United States
cinthya
The price is S$209
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ala Mar by the Sea
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

18. Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.7 km from The Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"The location, amenities, room and staff were all exceptional!!"
United States
Mary
The price is S$261
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Riviera Beach House
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

19. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,451 reviews)
"Good for vacation staying near the beach"
United States
hoan
The price is S$381
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

20. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,351 reviews)
"Good location, ample parking, pleasant atmosphere, wonderful bed, daily housekeeping, fair price."
United States
Terry
The price is S$294
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Lavender Inn by the Sea
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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.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
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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 Presidio Santa Barbara might round out your trip.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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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.

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.

Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good
"Nice hotel. Good value for the price."
Rong 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Frequently asked questions

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 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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