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.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in The Mesa?

For your stay in The Mesa, *NEW LISTING* Ocean front beach house close beach access is one of the top choices based on our traveller data.

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 170 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?

Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in The Mesa. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Carriage Museum and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center are also worth a stop.

The Mesa Hotels: 1,515 Cheap Accommodation in The Mesa

1515 Cheap Hotels in The Mesa - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

"Enjoyed my stay!!"

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Such a charming property, friendly and helpful staff, blocks from beach and so many dining options. "

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2 Sept - 3 Sept

"Great location"

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25 Aug - 26 Aug

Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

"Enjoyed our experience"

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24 Aug - 25 Aug

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony)

"Well-situated with friendly and helpful staff. "

"Fun and close to beach "

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

"All excellent, period!"

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

Signature Single Room, 1 King Bed, Lanai, Garden Area

"Great staff and stay. "

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Great quite area yet close enough to drive to the beach, good size rooms, pool & restaurant and bar inside. Good parking, thanks to all the friendly staff. "

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25 Aug - 26 Aug

"Great room, convenient, comfortable bed"

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19 Aug - 20 Aug

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Overall, we enjoyed our stay!"

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26 Aug - 27 Aug

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

"It was a nice, safe and clean place to stay. The bed was comfortable and parking was right outside our door, which was very convenient. A cute place to visit. "

"Wonderful location, great hotel...just leave the car and walk to beach, shopping and restaurants "

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20 Aug - 21 Aug

"Such a lovely little hotel close to the beach and beautiful. "

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24 Aug - 25 Aug

"We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the area very much. "

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14 Sept - 15 Sept

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"Overall had an excellent time here. "

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Very nice property will stay again "

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Excellent breakfast, comfortable bed, well maintained facility."

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14 Sept - 15 Sept

"Good place to stay"

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1 Sept - 2 Sept

"Great stay ! "

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7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Our guide on where to stay in The Mesa

Find the best The Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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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Downtown Santa Barbara

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

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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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West Beach

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

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Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Great property and location, room upgrade was super! "

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront for our wedding and it was absolutely amazing! The location couldn’t be better—right off the highway, across the street from the beach, and walking distance to everything we needed. The venue itself is beautiful, with comfortable beds, a great resort pool and hot tub, and complimentary beach chairs and bike rentals that made our stay even better. Everything felt convenient and relaxing, and it was the perfect place to celebrate such a special moment. Highly recommend!"

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"A very wonderful hotel for those who can appreciate it’s vibe. If you are looking for a specific franchised environment … this may not be the place for you. Good bar, very good restaurant. Bring your swimsuit as the pool is amazing, and heated! Fun to have a few guest pooches to pet as you sip your ice tea or cocktail on the outdoor patio, or your private patio just outside of your room. Lots of food options nearby. The only “thing,” which I wasn’t expecting, was to have my bed for the night be a fold-out couch. I had a reservation for a room with a bed but got in late (yes, airline delay) to find the only room left was a “living room” with a couch-bed. It was okay for a night. If you MUST have a bed and are coming in late, call ahead and tell them … or you may end up with what they have left."

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Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel

Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol

The Milo

The Milo

Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Our guide on where to stay in The Mesa

Montecito

Santa Barbara Beach

Downtown Santa Barbara

East Beach

West Beach

Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

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