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Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
16.9 km from East Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1370)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Maryam
The price is Rp2.124.047
Rp2.446.797 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
Courtyard
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
16.4 km from East Mesa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1024)
"Very clean room, super cool down to earth front staff night shift."
United States
Jessica
The price is Rp1.213.717
Rp1.431.684 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.2 km from East Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is Rp2.759.836
Rp3.099.952 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4 km from East Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (973)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is Rp1.945.436
Rp2.217.797 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
18.4 km from East Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Clean room and friendly staff "
United States
CHANG
The price is Rp2.247.314
Rp2.588.794 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2023)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 4.2 km from East Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
View from property
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1097)
"Was a good hotel "
United States
Hani
The price is Rp2.032.645
Rp2.321.179 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Beachside Inn
Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Perfect location, great value, cute rooms"
United States
Stan
The price is Rp2.096.375
Rp2.393.893 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1006)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is Rp2.259.331
Rp2.575.637 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.7 km from East Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is Rp2.482.108
Rp2.829.603 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
18.3 km from East Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1220)
"We like this location a lot and will stay there again in the future."
United States
Eddie
The price is Rp1.475.680
Rp1.699.909 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1108)
"Great accommodation "
United States
Cheryl
The price is Rp2.694.261
Rp3.071.457 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Beach nearby
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara

Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
6.5 km from East Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great place to stay! Clean rooms, nice staff."
United States
KIMBERLY
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from East Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1503)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is Rp3.407.029
Rp3.890.704 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Milo
Front of property
Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2 km from East Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Very clean room and nice, hospitable staff. The place has about 10 rooms, bungalows with free parking right on property [U-shape, sitting area in the middle and all the bungalows facing the parking lot]. The room had everything I needed: fridge, water bottles, snacks available in the lobby]. I didn't use the free bicycles because of my itinerary, but was a nice amenity. I would stay again for sure."
United States
Otilia
The price is Rp2.671.620
Rp3.045.647 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Harbor House Inn
Room, 1 King Bed (Deck) | Terrace/patio
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara

Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
East Beach, 4.1 km from East Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Excellent Stay"
United States
Mario
Pacific Crest Hotel Santa Barbara
Courtyard
Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites

Oasis Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
5.2 km from East Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"Great room, clean, convenient "
United States
Trevor
The price is Rp1.527.503
Rp1.741.333 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Oasis Inn & Suites
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
2.1 km from East Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (130)
"Very tidy and most comfortable."
United States
Flamingstar
Casa De La Vina
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.6 km from East Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1831)
"It was a beautiful place to stay"
United States
Joseph
The price is Rp2.804.111
Rp3.202.154 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Inn By The Harbor
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Where to stay in East Mesa

Find the best East Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

The Mesa

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

Top East Mesa Hotel Reviews

The Milo

The Milo

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel. "
Manuel 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Milo

Frequently asked questions

What is East Mesa like?
Travellers to the East Mesa neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach as part of your East Mesa travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the East Mesa area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 80 East Mesa hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in East Mesa, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in East Mesa.
What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of East Mesa with a visit to Leadbetter Beach and Shoreline Park. A visit to 1000 Steps Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around East Mesa include Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Harbor are also worth a stop.

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