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Your The Mesa Vacation

Take the hassle out of planning your next break by booking a The Mesa vacation package. Soak in the sounds and sights of this unique neighborhood and experience everything it has to offer. Your trip to The Mesa wouldn't be complete without a visit to big-name attractions nearby such as Santa Barbara County Courthouse, Mission Santa Barbara and Presidio Santa Barbara. Expedia can help you turn your dream The Mesa vacation into reality, whatever your travel plans or budget.

The Latest The Mesa Vacation Packages

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The Genevieve

The Genevieve

Save 100% on your flight
$638
per person
Nov 13 - Nov 15
just found
Roundtrip flight included
San Diego (SAN) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (580 reviews)
Comfortable spacious rooms.

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Santa Barbara Beach
Save 100% on your flight
$1,242
per person
Nov 10 - Nov 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,443 reviews)
Accessible room was great. Staff were wonderful,kind, helpful.

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Santa Barbara Beach
Save 100% on your flight
$1,235
per person
Nov 10 - Nov 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,339 reviews)
Great stay at Lavender Inn. Room was clean when we arrived but found loose hairs on the bed. Free wine and cheese is always nice. Breakfast was okay.

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2026

Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

Santa Barbara Beach
$1,175
per person
Nov 10 - Nov 15
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,937 reviews)
Los Aguajes

Los Aguajes

Santa Barbara Beach
$828
per person
Dec 10 - Dec 13
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Seattle (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
7.2/10 Good! (10 reviews)
The room was okay. Little disappointed at the need for repairs. A cabinet was off the hinge, the bathroom door was not hung well and stuck when closing. Plates in the cupboard were dirty.

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2026

Where to stay in The Mesa

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

Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 hilly landscape with a fenced path, a person walking, and a distant view of a body of water and hills.

Montecito

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

A historic building with arched windows and a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

Downtown Santa Barbara

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

A calm sea at sunset with a sailboat and several ships in the distance.

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.

The Mesa Hotel Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$247 nightly
$282 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Santa Barbara
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$83 nightly
$95 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
8/10 Very Good! (1,673 reviews)
"Everything was good but the dirty floor. Smell like someone threw up and like someone peeed on the floor and was sticky. Had to give the dogs a bath when we got home"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$87 nightly
$101 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
7.8/10 Good! (1,464 reviews)
"The rooms were very tidy and clean!!!! We loved the parking."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
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Stay near popular The Mesa attractions

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Arroyo Burro Beach

9.4/10 (77 reviews)
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.
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A coastal beach with clear blue waters, sandy shore, and distant mountains.
Photo by Pam Fruth

Shoreline Park

9.0/10 (43 reviews)
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.
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1000 Steps Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 1000 Steps Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara?
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Mesa Lane Steps Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mesa Lane Steps Beach during your trip to Santa Barbara?
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Things to do

Helicopter Beach Tour

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

$69
per adult
Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

$38
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

Santa Barbara Trolley Tour

$37
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
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