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A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

1. 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, (1,120 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is ￥38,952
￥44,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

2. 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, (1,952 reviews)
"Pleasant stay with excellent breakfast."
United States
emiliano
The price is ￥38,398
￥43,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Inn By The Harbor
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

3. 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, (2,433 reviews)
"Great location and clean facilities. Staff was very helpful and check in went smoothly"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥20,389
￥24,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

4. 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, (1,462 reviews)
"Good location and friendly staff."
United States
Richard
The price is ￥40,060
￥45,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

5. 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)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is ￥31,367
￥35,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Playa Inn
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

6. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,523 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is ￥38,366
￥44,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Santa Barbara
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, (1,315 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is ￥21,940
￥25,012 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Franciscan Hotel
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

8. 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)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is ￥35,304
￥40,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

9. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is ￥41,176
￥47,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Mason Beach Inn
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

10. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,310 reviews)
"The room was super clean, staff was very helpful and we were in walking distance to everything. I will definitely book here again."
United States
ARKIMBERLEY
The price is ￥25,867
￥29,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Beachside Inn
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

11. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,196 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is ￥26,242
￥29,916 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Marina Beach Hotel
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

12. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is ￥32,324
￥36,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

13. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice, we would stay here again."
United States
Wesley
The price is ￥23,588
￥26,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Castillo Inn at the Beach
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.7 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, was clean and all facilities were nice."
United States
Jodi
The price is ￥49,076
￥55,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Harbor View Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

15. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,620 reviews)
"The location was amazing. Our room was so clean and the staff was fantastic"
United States
Susan
The price is ￥43,535
￥49,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Milo
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16. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Cosy and so close to pier"
United States
Michele
The price is ￥40,052
￥45,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Eagle Inn
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

17. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is ￥38,046
￥43,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
The Upham Hotel
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

18. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is ￥26,122
￥29,780 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Harbor House Inn
A traditional building with a white facade, arched windows, and a balcony with a railing.

19. Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
2.2 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (220 reviews)
"Great location next to Downtown and waterfront. Spacious and clean room. Quiet and safe neighborhood. Would stay here again next time!"
United States
Jhoana
The price is ￥23,523
￥38,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Casa De La Vina, a ZenStay Hotel
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

20. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is ￥55,250
￥71,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
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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.

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.

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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West Beach

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

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.

Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and good for the price"
Siva 1-night trip
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Frequently asked questions

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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