The Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Mesa
Stay near popular The Mesa attractions
Activities
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
NZ$67
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
NZ$122
per adult
Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
NZ$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Make your own Chocolate Bars & Chocolate Box
NZ$114
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$546 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$546
15 Dec - 16 Dec
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,581 reviews)
"INCREDIBLE! Already planning to go back next fall."
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$156 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$156
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 ...
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is NZ$124 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$124
13 Dec - 14 Dec
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 ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
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 ...
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$361 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$361
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,217 reviews)
"I come to Santa Barbara frequently for work and always choose Hyatt place. There is a nice free breakfast, water and cucumber water out to enjoy at all times. Its very clean and the rooms are just what I need. Quiet!! Thank you to the wonderful staff and cleaners!!"
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$226
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,825 reviews)
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Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026
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.
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.
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.
