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Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.2 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect location to just chill and enjoy the weekend without having to drive anywhere. The views are incredible, the rooms are quaint and clean and the restaurant that's right in the hotel serves delicious food. Staff was pleasant and always helpful. We'd go back there in a heartbeat! "
United States
Robert
The price is RM768
RM863 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"It was nice and clean and so close to Santa Barbara "
United States
ALEJANDRA
The price is RM747
RM860 total
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19.1 km from Alta Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (264 reviews)
"Good price around Santa Barbara Area"
United States
Michael
The price is RM506
RM582 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Casa Del Sol

Casa Del Sol
2.5 star property
19.2 km from Alta Mesa
7.0 out of 10, Good, (664 reviews)
"Room was amazing! Great location. Definitely new favorite place to stay when visiting Santa Barbara. Top quality service and felt like home. The bed was more comfortable than my own bed. "
United States
Alex
The price is RM440
RM588 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Casa Del Sol

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19 km from Alta Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,272 reviews)
"Room was clean, great restaurants near by and a short distance from Santa Barbara."
United States
Andrea
The price is RM371
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
17.6 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,495 reviews)
"Always enjoy staying here, nice lobby with coffee/drinks quiet room and love the beds here. Tried the cafe upstairs for an easy dinner of hamburgers and they were quite good. Parking is a bit tight for a full size truck but doable and not uncommon in the SB area."
United States
Linda
The price is RM601
RM693 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Inn on Summer Hill

Inn on Summer Hill
3.0 star property
11.5 km from Alta Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (355 reviews)
"Lovely place. Staff was accommodating. "
United States
Dawn
The price is RM826
RM958 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Inn on Summer Hill

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 8.3 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (312 reviews)
"Elegant and beauful grounds. Easy access to the beach. Excellent staff, and top notch restaurants on site. "
United States
Paul
The price is RM4,979
RM6,130 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
4.0 star property
7.3 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was absolutely outstanding, in all areas, during our stay"
United States
Lisa
The price is RM1,156
RM1,484 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Montecito Inn

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Favorite value hotel in the area. Have stayed there many times and hope to return again. Rooms small but beds comfortable. Location is the best. Nice to have pool. Prefer rooms that face pool as not so dark and don't face parking lot. "
United States
Kathy
The price is RM743
RM847 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.5 km from Alta Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"This property was amazing! Staff and accommodations were great!"
United States
Sherrie
The price is RM1,071
RM1,381 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 4.5 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Although a bit run down, the rooms were clean and had a fun mid-century style; coffee and pastries were nice to have in the morning. Would definitely stay again if in the area."
United States
Kelli
The price is RM670
RM764 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
The Inn at East Beach

Palmoro House

Palmoro House
3.0 star property
East Beach, 4.5 km from Alta Mesa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (330 reviews)
"Beach is 1 block away the zoo is only 7 min away walking rooms are super comfortable and clean "
United States
Reyna
The price is RM702
RM919 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Palmoro House

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 4.4 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Easy to access beach"
United States
Honglin
The price is RM601
RM686 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
17.1 km from Alta Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,127 reviews)
"The staff (Dorothy/Dot) was super helpful and friendly. The rooms were very clean and spacious for a single occupant. Very close to the downtown area with some really great shops and restaurants. "
United States
Paris
The price is RM327
RM384 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved everything about the Santa Barbara Inn - the property, our room, the location, and especially the staff."
United States
Deborah
The price is RM1,442
RM1,648 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Santa Barbara Inn

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was really cute and close to the beach."
United States
Elke
The price is RM655
RM747 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
East Beach, 3.9 km from Alta Mesa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (273 reviews)
"Was in Santa Barbara for a family event. Have stayed there often. Especially like the location. "
United States
barbara
The price is RM1,105
RM1,440 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.6 km from Alta Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (957 reviews)
"Great rooms and friendly staff; amazing location "
United States
Mary
The price is RM2,617
RM3,236 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hotel Californian

Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House
3.5 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.5 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Very nice place, great location, great people. "
United States
Yelena
The price is RM813
RM929 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Riviera Beach House
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Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Find the best Alta 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 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Alta Mesa like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Santa Barbara's Alta Mesa neighbourhood.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Alta Mesa area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 48 Alta Mesa hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Alta Mesa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Alta Mesa.
What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
1000 Steps Beach, Mesa Lane Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Alta Mesa. While you're out sightseeing, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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