The Mesa
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
Arroyo Burro Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Arroyo Burro Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Take in the entertainment venues and sunsets in the area.
1000 Steps Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 1000 Steps Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara?
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 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.
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 County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
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 The Mesa
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
The rooms are kept neat everyday and the view of your patio is amazing. I enjoyed my stay and will choose this hotel for future stays thanks.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Hotel Santa Barbara
Was amazing. Only problem was elevator takes waaay to long and valet was so expensive.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Hotel was decent but somewhat older. Around hotel could be better however
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
We always stay at this Hilton when we visit Santa Barbara.
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Geeat location and staff were great
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
Clean room clean facilities nice people . Will stay again
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Mesa
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.
East Mesa
If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.
West Mesa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in West Mesa and surrounding area, you can visit Arroyo Burro Beach and Leadbetter Beach.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
