Alta Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara

Visit Alta Mesa
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Sideways Movie Wine Trail: A Self-Guided Driving Tour
Top hotels in Alta Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara
"Friendly. Clean. Fresh. Great location."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"Air conditioning was too close to one bed. Continental breakfast was...meh."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"To expensive for the poor service and room"
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Amazing grounds, sweet welcoming ducklings and lovely staff! Thank you"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Great place to stay and great location."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Beachside Inn
"Well, when we reached in the night, we were expecting to see the ocean as the name says but did not. However, next morning we noticed in fact it is very close to the Ocean. In terms of the facility it is clean, decently maintained. Amenities are reasonable and serves the purpose. The best part we ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and East Beach.

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.






















