The Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Mesa
Stay near popular The Mesa attractions
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$121
per adult
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
NZ$103
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$66
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
NZ$105
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
NZ$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best The Mesa Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$469 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$469
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$162 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$162
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,520 reviews)
"Great for the price ,!"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$180 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$180
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very good! (1,712 reviews)
"Good property for the price, room was clean and bed was comfortable."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Beachside Inn
336 W. Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$366 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$366
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$330 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$330
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$226
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in The Mesa
Find the best The Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
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.
Photo by Rachel M
Open Photo by Rachel M
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.
Photo by robb image
Open Photo by robb image
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
