Popular places to visit
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Zoo
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 County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
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.
Stearns Wharf
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.
Mission Santa Barbara
Learn about the local history of Santa Barbara when you take a trip to Mission Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Sunset Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Top hotels in West Mesa
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Lean room. Pool, hot tub and lawn was a lovely open space to play.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Hotel Santa Barbara
The hotel was lovely! It was very clean and the staff were very attentive. It is located right off State St. and nearby local shops; it was great for walks. The hotel has a bar and the bartenders were amazing!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Great
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Accommodations were just right and the staff was helpful and engaging. I speak of the housekeeping team as well.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Very Green property, Nice room. Great accès to the beach.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The spa was perfect..everything about this place was top tier
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Mesa
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.
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
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.
East Mesa
If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Westside
While Westside isn't home to many top sights, Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.
