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
"The property was charming, clean, well appointed and tastefully decorated. The staff was also equally amazing"
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Sandpiper Lodge

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"the room was not as shown in pictures let alone when i checked in and laid down cuz my long drive i became very itchy when i explained this to the staff they did not do anything or offer to change my room so i checked out after 1 hour of being in the room nor did they give me my refund they charged ..."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"It was adequate and budget priced."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"We stayed to be close to all the walkable seafood restaurants. Our room was clean, but our room stunk of cigarettes. We alerted the front desk and were offered an air purifier. But, we think the carpets probably need a deep clean, maybe a new coat of paint. However, the room seemed recently renovated. ..."
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026
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 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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington 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.























