What is The Mesa like?

Travelers to the The Mesa neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach as part of your The Mesa travel plans.

What's a favorite 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 traveler data.

How many hotels will I 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 164 The Mesa hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Mesa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in The Mesa.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to The Mesa?

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What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

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

1. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.9 km from The Mesa

Tricia

￥39,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

2. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa

David

￥44,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A reception desk with a wooden wall and a sign that reads "West Beach Inn".

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Amanda

￥36,538 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Anne

￥23,169 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

5. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Nick

￥32,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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

6. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa

Morgan

￥51,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Carlos

￥25,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the marina through a glass door.

8. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Jose

￥25,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

9. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa

Brandon

￥28,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel with a patio area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden with flowers and palm trees.

10. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Lori

￥27,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

11. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Wesley

￥25,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

12. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa

Sandy Lyne

￥35,480 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

13. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa

Elizabeth

￥40,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

14. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa

John

￥38,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

15. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2.7 km from The Mesa

Mario

￥51,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

16. The Milo

West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa

Katherine

￥39,741 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

17. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Lower State, 2.6 km from The Mesa

Emeterio

￥45,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

18. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa

Luan

￥45,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

19. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

2.2 km from The Mesa

Ryan

￥34,208 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

20. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa

Gavin

￥68,141 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

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Compare popular hotels in The Mesa

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,465 reviews	View
La Playa Inn	2.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,120 reviews	View
Marina Beach Hotel	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,197 reviews	View
Inn By The Harbor	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,957 reviews	View

Where to stay in The Mesa

Find the best The Mesa areas and neighborhoods 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 in the area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

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A beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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 beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and clean room. Good waffles for breakfast. We didn’t want a big breakfast; choices were a bit limited if you did want anything bigger."

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"The room was clean, we did have an issue with ants in the bathroom sink, but when the housekeeper came to clean they went away. The person at the front desk was very helpful in providing food suggestions. Parking fees were reasonable but the parking garage did fill up quickly. We were still able to find parking in the garage however. Unfortunately we did not have the opportunity to have the breakfast but it was a nice option!"

Rosewood Miramar Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had one problem with the house car, but the front desk manager immediately picked up on it and took care of it, as well as writing me an extended email apologizing and stating what they will do better in the future. Frankly, taking ownership of even a small issue rates 5 stars on its own … so unusual these days."

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1. Inn By The Harbor

2. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

5. La Playa Inn

6. Hotel Santa Barbara

7. The Franciscan Hotel

8. Beachside Inn

9. Lavender Inn by the Sea

10. Marina Beach Hotel

11. Castillo Inn at the Beach

12. Mason Beach Inn

13. The Eagle Inn

14. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

15. Harbor View Inn

16. The Milo

17. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

18. The Upham Hotel

19. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

20. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

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