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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

1. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,105 reviews)
"Nice breakfast selection Friendly staff Great pool and hot tub Amazing location"
United Kingdom
Joanna
The price is RM977
RM1,114 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

2. Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,915 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Richard
The price is RM1,217
RM1,390 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Inn By The Harbor

3. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Elegant, spotless, spacious rooms, good on site covered parking and the beds were extremely comfortable."
United States
Julianne
The price is RM1,004
RM1,145 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Playa Inn

4. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,418 reviews)
"Brisas was a great location and the staff was wonderful and helpful. Would definitely stay there again."
United States
Ignacio
The price is RM1,041
RM1,189 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

5. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,245 reviews)
"Great place to stay when in Santa Barbara"
United States
Adam
The price is RM861
RM983 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Beachside Inn

6. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,368 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is RM658
RM783 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

7. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Great place to stay!!"
United States
Viviano
The price is RM922
RM1,051 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

8. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,162 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is RM987
RM1,125 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Marina Beach Hotel

9. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,342 reviews)
"Very nice stay with a great location"
United States
Brian
The price is RM1,074
RM1,227 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Lavender Inn by the Sea

10. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel."
United States
Dayne
The price is RM1,102
RM1,283 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mason Beach Inn

11. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Simple hotel but great location!"
United States
Abraham
The price is RM936
RM1,069 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Castillo Inn at the Beach

12. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,252 reviews)
"Great location amd very friendly staff. "
United States
Marcella
The price is RM713
RM813 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,464 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel!"
United States
Kennedy
The price is RM1,096
RM1,275 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara

14. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at the Harbor House!"
United States
Jackson
The price is RM1,182
RM1,347 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Harbor House Inn

15. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,023 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in a great area. The staff was lovely."
United States
Sheila
The price is RM943
RM1,075 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Upham Hotel

16. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great breakfast"
United States
Steve
The price is RM1,103
RM1,258 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Eagle Inn

17. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 3.1 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"Beautiful place, staff lovely."
Australia
Anita
The price is RM691
RM789 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

18. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.7 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Would stay again!"
United States
Danielle
The price is RM1,307
RM1,490 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Harbor View Inn

19. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,606 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Fernando
The price is RM1,203
RM1,373 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Milo

20. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 2.8 km from The Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (272 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is RM1,099
RM1,253 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown
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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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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.

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.

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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 164 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?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach and 1000 Steps Beach while you're in The Mesa. A visit to Mesa Lane Steps Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around The Mesa include Santa Barbara Carriage Museum, Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center and Carriage and Western Art Museum. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum are also worth a stop.

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