The Mesa, CA
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.
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 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 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.
Things to do
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Santa Barbara Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Full Bar
Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map
The Mesa Hotel Deals
Hotel Santa Barbara
Great location, friendly staff, bike were great. The only reason I didn’t give it five stars is the noise from State Street is so loud it was hard to sleep. We had to get ear plugs.
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Sandpiper Lodge
Everything was great
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
While the rooms were clean and staff was really friendly, I wouldn’t stay here again. The walls are so thin, so you can hear everything. I stayed during a sold out weekend, and the noise was 24/7 between the housekeepers and the guests. The old AC is outrageously loud, both in the room and the hallway. ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Great location with parking. Easy walk to State St, Funk Zone and Wharf!
Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
We had a good room.
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
The Milo
There were a few ants on our room each day, which was noted to the front desk. Cleaning service tried to come clean our room The first day at 9a and had to tell the 2x to come back later. The next day our room was cleaned by the time we came back at 1p and had to ask for it to be cleaned, seemed ...
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Other neighborhoods 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
While visiting West Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Arroyo Burro Beach and Mesa Lane Steps Beach.
West Beach
While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art 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.
