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1518 Cheap Hotels in The Mesa - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1030)
"Great stay!"
The price is NZ$288
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Palihouse Santa Barbara

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (356)
"I love this hotel. It feels like home with a wonderful combination of shared indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, coupled with cozy, private rooms and patios. "
The price is NZ$712
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Bath Street Inn
Room, Private Bathroom (Susan Loft)

Bath Street Inn

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (309)
"Clean, beautiful, cozy rooms and property, with attentive and helpful staff. "
The price is NZ$359
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Bath Street Inn
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The location is excellent and we loved the hotel! "
The price is NZ$482
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Inn on Summer Hill
Lobby

Inn on Summer Hill

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (328)
"Wonderful place staff was great will definitely stay again. Just a few minutes from Santa Barbara. "
The price is NZ$488
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Inn on Summer Hill
Casa De La Vina
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Casa De La Vina

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (114)
"Love everything about this location. "
The price is NZ$410
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Casa De La Vina
The Craft House Inn
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, individually decorated

The Craft House Inn

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Nicely decorated and comfortable. Great amenities and outdoor space. Loved the craftsman vibe."
The price is NZ$545
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Craft House Inn
Harbor View Inn
Outdoor pool

Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1017)
"Great room & location!"
The price is NZ$539
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Harbor View Inn
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Lobby lounge

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (337)
"Best place ever. "
The price is NZ$478
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
The De La Vina Inn
Front of property

The De La Vina Inn

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (57)
"Place was nice. Perfect to get ready before a wedding."
The price is NZ$408
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The De La Vina Inn
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Restaurant

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (670)
"Love the Cheshire Cat staff, breakfast, convenient and walkable. Unique property. "
The price is NZ$569
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Casa Jardin
Premium Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

Casa Jardin

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (207)
"Great stay"
The price is NZ$364
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Casa Jardin
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Property amenity

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (191)
"The hotel is hidden off the road and easy to miss, but the grounds of the property were beautiful. "
The price is NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Casa Del Mar Inn
Exterior

Casa Del Mar Inn

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Lovely quiet lodgings, steps from the beautiful Santa Barbara beach and boardwalk + restaurants. Staff was courteous and helpful. Generous breakfast and the daily 5-7 wine and cheese was a bonus! Thanks for a great stay in SB!"
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Casa Del Mar Inn
The Eagle Inn
Front of property

The Eagle Inn

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Very nice and spacious, clean and walkable to the beach and safe neighborhoods. Highly recommended! "
The price is NZ$427
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Eagle Inn
Rosewood Miramar Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Rosewood Miramar Beach

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (283)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
The price is NZ$3,383
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Marina Beach Motel
Exterior

Marina Beach Motel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Always a great place to stay, so close to everything "
The price is NZ$371
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Marina Beach Motel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Outdoor pool

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (209)
"Very nice cozy hotel"
The price is NZ$474
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
Agave Inn
Interior entrance

Agave Inn

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (727)
"Will be staying here again! "
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Agave Inn
Moxy Santa Barbara
Bar (on property)

Moxy Santa Barbara

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (805)
"Great property, rooms are a little quirky but facility is great overall and the location is perfect."
The price is NZ$433
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Moxy Santa Barbara
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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.

Santa Barbara Beach

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.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara County Courthouse might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum 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.

Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

10/10 Excellent
"I love this BW. It makes my beach vacation feel extra special."
Ellen 5-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

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Frequently asked questions

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.

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 166 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.