West Mesa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

West Mesa
Photo by David Simmington
Photo by David Simmington
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole
Photo by Alexandra Heatwole

Popular places to visit

Santa Barbara Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

5/5(2 reviews)

Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara Harbor

Santa Barbara Harbor

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Santa Barbara Harbor
Stearns Wharf

Stearns Wharf

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as cycling in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara County Courthouse which includes a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

5/5(1 review)

See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.

Santa Barbara County Courthouse
Upper State Street

Upper State Street

4.5/5(10 reviews)

During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Upper State Street
Butterfly Beach

Butterfly Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Butterfly Beach

Activities

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

AU$42
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour

AU$42
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Trolley Tour
Santa Barbara Coastal Cruise

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

AU$61
per adult
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy

AU$38
per adult
Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

AU$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental

AU$68
per adult
Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental
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Our pick of the best West Mesa Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$295 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$295
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,036 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$177 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$177
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,921 reviews)
"Parking was very limited and the stalls too small. It made coming back late at night difficult during our weekend in Santa Barbara."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$261 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$261
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Decent choice, renovated"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$435 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$435
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (120 reviews)
"For the pricepoint, and suites "facing" the ocean on the main floor - amenities were dated - esp the bathrooms in both our rooms. Also the rooms were pricer than usual cause we went on a long weekend for my aunts birthday. It is what it is, don't expect too much."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$284 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
AU$284
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"Clean, beautifully renovated rooms and helpful staff. The location is great, too. You’re right on State Street with all manner of shops and restaurants a short walk away. But somehow I didn’t hear any of the noise from the bars across the street. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
The price is AU$332 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$332
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,453 reviews)
"Nice chill hotel right on the beach"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

The Milo
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Other neighbourhoods around West Mesa

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Alta Mesa

When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alta Mesa
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The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

The Mesa
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Las Positas

While Las Positas may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arroyo Burro Beach and Upper State Street.

Las Positas
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East Mesa

If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Mesa
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Westside

While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

Westside
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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.

West Beach

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