The Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit The Mesa
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 Highlights Private 2-Hour Driving Tour

Santa Barbara Authentic Walking Food Tour with 5 Dishes
Top hotels in The Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara
"It was centraly located on state st . There is a great restaurant kinda old timey right across the street. It’s called joes and it’s open early and late. They have way to tip the cleaning crew but not the valet. But overall it was really nice place to stay"
Reviewed on 16 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
"It’s the cheapest around for a reason."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"We had a wonderful time it was exactly what I expected, super nice , super clean friendly staff, parking right next to your room , the breakfast personnel Was very attentive Thanks to the whole team"
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
Where to stay in The 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.























