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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

1. 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, (1,946 reviews)
"Pleasant stay with excellent breakfast."
United States
emiliano
The price is P18,496
P21,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Inn By The Harbor
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,525 reviews)
"Loved this hotel, staff, location everything was wonderful"
United States
Karri
The price is P14,236
P16,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Santa Barbara
A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

3. 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, (1,124 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is P14,326
P16,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

4. 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, (1,453 reviews)
"Good for vacation staying near the beach"
United States
hoan
The price is P17,227
P19,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

5. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,428 reviews)
"Great price for location and cute room perfect for a wedding weekend. It was close to everything, and the waffles in the morning were so yummy!"
United States
Joseph
The price is P8,966
P10,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

6. La Playa Inn

La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location right by the beach, walkable there as well as State street which has all the local events (farmers mkt, etc)"
United States
Arlen
The price is P13,794
P15,725 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Playa Inn
A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

7. Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,356 reviews)
"Charming little hotel. Great for a quick trip to Santa Barbara at a fair deal."
United States
Noah
The price is P15,745
P17,981 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Lavender Inn by the Sea
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

8. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,307 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is P10,150
P11,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Franciscan Hotel
A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

9. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,305 reviews)
"Great hotel. We always stay here."
United States
Simon
The price is P11,625
P13,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Beachside Inn
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

10. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel and location!"
United States
Rachita
The price is P13,581
P15,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Mason Beach Inn
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

11. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean hotel."
United States
Irina
The price is P14,450
P16,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

12. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,187 reviews)
"easy parking, very nice place"
United States
hampton
The price is P12,797
P14,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Marina Beach Hotel
A modern living room with a white desk, a computer, a sofa, and a fireplace.

13. 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, (495 reviews)
"The staff was excellent and the rooms were extremely cozy. I will be staying with my little Pomeranian again!"
United States
Channah
The price is P10,185
P11,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, clean room"
United States
Eli James
The price is P9,586
P10,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Front of property

15. The Eagle Inn

The Eagle Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very conveniently located and clean"
United States
Julian
The price is P18,045
P20,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Eagle Inn
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and large windows.

16. Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.6 km from The Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (498 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is P14,605
P16,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

17. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, clean, great amenities"
United States
Abby
The price is P12,938
P14,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Harbor House Inn
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

18. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.7 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"The hotel is in a great location, was clean and all facilities were nice."
United States
Jodi
The price is P19,088
P21,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Harbor View Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

19. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,637 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Greg
The price is P18,445
P21,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Milo
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

20. The Upham Hotel

The Upham Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,024 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Rana
The price is P13,734
P15,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Upham Hotel
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Where to stay in The Mesa

Find the best The Mesa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal town with a pier extending into the ocean, a beach, and a mix of residential and commercial buildings.

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 West Beach.

A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
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Open Photo by Rachel M

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.

A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.
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West Beach

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

A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

8/10 Good
"Nice place always welcoming."
Gina 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
The Franciscan Hotel

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 164 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?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Leadbetter Beach, Arroyo Burro Beach, and 1000 Steps Beach while you're in The Mesa. A visit to Mesa Lane Steps Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around The Mesa include Santa Barbara Carriage Museum, Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, and Carriage and Western Art Museum. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum are also worth a stop.

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