Alta Mesa, CA
Santa Barbara
Popular places to visit
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 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 County Courthouse
See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse.
Butterfly Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic 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.
Stearns Wharf
Explore the waterfront of Stearns Wharf and enjoy other activities such as biking in Santa Barbara. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop
Solvang: Ghost Hunting and Dark History Tour
Alta Mesa Hotel Deals
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Great breakfast, nice rooms, pool and gardens are very nice.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Hotel Santa Barbara
Impeccably presented hotel. I have stayed at a lot of hotels and this is right up there as one of the nicest places I ever stayed at.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Clean rooms and courteous staff. Location is lacking, really no place to walk around nearby and kind of a down-on-it’s-heels neighborhood. Also not a fan of the $100 pet fee (1-4 nights, so if you’re staying 3-4 nights it’s more reasonable), and the $10/day parking fee; it’s not a busy neighborhood. ...
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
My stay at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort was truly exceptional. The property is beautiful, well-maintained, and perfectly situated right across from the beach, offering stunning ocean views and easy access to the shoreline. From the moment I arrived, the staff were warm, welcoming, and ...
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Sandpiper Lodge
Very helpful staff
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The spa was perfect..everything about this place was top tier
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Alta Mesa
The Mesa
While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.
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.
Westside
When in Westside, you can plan a visit to Arlington Theater and Granada Theatre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Mesa
If you're spending some time in East Mesa, Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are top sights worth seeing.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.
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.
