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Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
2.0 star property
17 km from The Mesa
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1010)
"good hotel good services "
United States
Eduard
The price is P4,084
P4,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - North
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
2.5 star property
19.1 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great customer service and large, comfortable rooms!"
United States
Barry
The price is P7,634
P8,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carpinteria by IHG
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
25.9 km from The Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is P8,813
P9,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Property amenity
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
3.5 star property
17.6 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1363)
"Great value and location. "
United States
Maryam
The price is P6,439
P7,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn
View from property
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1105)
"Spotless rooms, courteous staff, happy hrs every day with wine and cheese. Can not ask more. "
United States
Nalin
The price is P9,337
P10,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.4 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (967)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is P6,342
P7,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Reception
The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach

The Inn at East Beach
2.5 star property
East Beach, 4.7 km from The Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"We enjoyed our stay!!"
United States
Matthew
The Inn at East Beach
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1497)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is P11,508
P13,142 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Milo
Fountain
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1013)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1095)
"Clean room, friendly staff, one of the better breakfast places "
United States
Marrissa
The price is P8,104
P9,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Beachside Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South

Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
18.9 km from The Mesa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1204)
"A lovely motel in a great area. I had easy access to everything I wanted to see and do as well as a stunning beach. "
United States
Gareth
The price is P5,167
P5,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Motel 6 Carpinteria, CA - Santa Barbara - South
Exterior
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
West Beach, 1.9 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1822)
"Love the architecture / courtyard of the hotel"
United States
Ohlisa
The price is P9,306
P10,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Inn By The Harbor
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2005)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Exterior
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.7 km from The Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (587)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is P7,547
P9,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Haley Hotel
Sports facility
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
5.7 km from The Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1009)
"Clean rooms, good breakfast, centralized location"
United States
ALEENA
The price is P9,989
P11,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Exterior
Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel

Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Helpful staff and a charming room with a kitchen. "
United States
Steven
The price is P7,936
P9,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Marina Beach Motel
Surfing/boogie boarding
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South

Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
2.0 star property
19 km from The Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (227)
"Clean and comfortable beds "
United States
Kelly
The price is P6,577
P7,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Studio 6 Suites Carpinteria, CA–Santa Barbara - South
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 2 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is P7,663
P8,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Clean room, kind and helpful staff, great parking, great location, very good breakfast "
United States
Luciana Adgemian Menani
The price is P11,430
P13,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
La Playa Inn
Exterior
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1307)
"Clean, great room, and amazing staff."
United States
Pedro
The price is P10,570
P12,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
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Where to stay in The Mesa

Find the best The Mesa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Santa Barbara Beach

Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Paseo Nuevo Mall might round out your trip.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum.

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.

Top The Mesa Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely loved the ambience, the holiday decoration and the architecture of the building and the inside garden area. Loved the spa."
Ursula 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Best Western Plus Carpinteria Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is The Mesa like?
Travelers to the The Mesa neighborhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach as part of your The Mesa travel plans.
How many hotels will I find in the The Mesa area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 167 The Mesa hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Mesa, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in The Mesa.
What is there to do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?
Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach, and 1000 Steps Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in The Mesa. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Carriage Museum and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center are also worth a stop.

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