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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, (1,117 reviews)
"Nice breakfast selection Friendly staff Great pool and hot tub Amazing location"
United Kingdom
Joanna
The price is RM1,007
RM1,148 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 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, (1,928 reviews)
"The rooms were very clean, and the property is so beautiful and well kept. The beds were very comfortable. We will be staying here again!"
United States
JILL
The price is RM1,143
RM1,306 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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, (1,015 reviews)
"Perfect location! Great room. Great continental breakfast."
United States
Greer
The price is RM994
RM1,133 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, (1,432 reviews)
"Great location Very nice staff"
United States
Liad
The price is RM1,072
RM1,224 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

5. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,172 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Amy
The price is RM961
RM1,095 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Marina Beach Hotel

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, (2,391 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay and nice breakfast"
Canada
Julia
The price is RM652
RM774 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, (480 reviews)
"The staff was amazing"
United States
Elliott
The price is RM913
RM1,041 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

8. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,264 reviews)
"Great location amd very friendly staff. "
United States
Marcella
The price is RM815
RM930 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
The Franciscan Hotel

9. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,015 reviews)
"great location, nice room and friendly staff."
United States
Lori
The price is RM1,198
RM1,392 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Mason Beach Inn

10. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,255 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Liam
The price is RM852
RM973 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Beachside Inn

11. 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, (1,352 reviews)
"Loved the outdoor seating area for evening happy hour"
United States
Suzanne
The price is RM882
RM1,007 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Lavender Inn by the Sea

12. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing location, amenities and cleanliness!"
United States
Katrin
The price is RM950
RM1,083 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Harbor House Inn

13. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Simple hotel but great location!"
United States
Abraham
The price is RM805
RM919 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Castillo Inn at the Beach

14. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,476 reviews)
"Great location and fun updated hotel. "
United States
Marilyn
The price is RM980
RM1,140 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Santa Barbara

15. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfast"
United States
Steve
The price is RM1,045
RM1,191 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Eagle Inn

16. 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, (1,040 reviews)
"Great property!!"
United States
rita
The price is RM799
RM911 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Upham Hotel

17. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.7 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Would stay again!"
United States
Danielle
The price is RM1,294
RM1,476 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Harbor View Inn

18. 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, (1,028 reviews)
"This was a beautiful, easy on the budget, place to stay for a couple of nights to enjoy Santa Barbara. I'd definitely stay here again!"
United States
Shannon
The price is RM719
RM821 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

19. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,619 reviews)
"Great location and lovely accommodation."
United States
Shane
The price is RM1,191
RM1,360 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Milo

20. Casa Del Mar Inn

Casa Del Mar Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from The Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay very close to the beach and to great restaurants"
United States
Cole
The price is RM797
RM909 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Casa Del Mar Inn
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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 Arlington Theater or Lobero 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

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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 163 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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