East Mesa
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Shoreline Park
Shoreline Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Enjoy a show at Santa Barbara Bowl, a storied theater in Santa Barbara. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Santa Barbara Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your trip to Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Upper State Street
During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its charming coffeehouses.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara Vineyard to Table Taste Tour by E-Bike
Top hotels in East Mesa
Hotel Santa Barbara
Beautiful location and hotel
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Clean and quiet room. Check in and check out was a breeze.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Clean room, wine, cheese ans crackers when checking in. Free self parking, free bikes to ride around and breakfast included. Staff were very helpful. I
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Santa Barbara Inn
Great communication from staff, all our needs were met.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Everything was clean fun and good
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Beachside Inn
clean room; breakfast was nice; kind and helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Mesa
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
Alta Mesa
Alta Mesa might not have many top sights, but 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum.
West Mesa
While visiting West Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Arroyo Burro Beach and Mesa Lane Steps Beach.
Lower State
While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall.
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.
