East Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit East Mesa
Stay near popular East Mesa attractions
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Santa Barbara Downtown Self Guided Walking Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Top hotels in East Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Staff was not helpful and supportive."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"Everything was perfect outstanding manger & great staff . Wonderful breakfast buffet. I only have one complaint the air conditioner unit sucks its so loud u could barely sleep at night."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"The shampoo and soap dispensers were empty."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"The stay was adequate. A long line to check in."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
Where to stay in East Mesa

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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.





















