The Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Mesa
Activities
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
AU$100
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
AU$55
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
AU$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best The Mesa Hotel Deals
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is AU$146 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
AU$146
13 Aug - 14 Aug
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,499 reviews)
"THERE WAS NO POWER IN THE ROOM ALL NIGHT. THE STAFF DID NOT MAKE US AWARE OF THIS SITUATION. IN ADDITION, THEY WOULD NOT REFUND OUR NIGHT SUFFERING IN THAT ROOM WITHOUT ANY AIR CONDITION."
Reviewed on 30 July 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$240 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$240
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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. ...
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$329 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$329
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
Hotel Santa Barbara
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$497 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$497
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (1,444 reviews)
"Absolutely love this hotel from the minute I walked in. It looks and smells sparkling clean and the staff were so friendly. Rooms are compact, but comfortable. The renovation of the property is superb. The location cannot be beat. All in all this was an excellent choice for place to stay in Santa ..."
Reviewed on 30 July 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$344 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$344
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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 ...
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is AU$302 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$302
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,349 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 July 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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.
Photo by Adam Hoggatt
Open Photo by Adam Hoggatt
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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.
