What is Alta Mesa like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Santa Barbara's Alta Mesa neighborhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Alta Mesa area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 47 Alta Mesa hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Alta Mesa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Alta Mesa.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Alta Mesa?

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What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

1000 Steps Beach, Mesa Lane Steps Beach, and Leadbetter Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Alta Mesa. While you're out sightseeing, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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Our top choices for Alta Mesa hotels

1. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from Alta Mesa

Amanda

NT$8,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

2. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 2.5 km from Alta Mesa

Aiping

NT$6,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

3. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

5.3 km from Alta Mesa

Robert

NT$7,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

4. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.1 km from Alta Mesa

Javier

NT$8,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

5. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.8 km from Alta Mesa

emiliano

NT$8,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

6. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2 km from Alta Mesa

hoan

NT$11,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

7. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.9 km from Alta Mesa

Rana

NT$7,172 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

8. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Karri

NT$8,389 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

9. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.1 km from Alta Mesa

Julia

NT$6,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

10. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Rachita

NT$8,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

11. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Rebecca

NT$6,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

12. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2 km from Alta Mesa

Terry

NT$7,891 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

13. Sandpiper Lodge

4 km from Alta Mesa

Alison

NT$3,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

14. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Amy

NT$7,796 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

Oak Park, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Erica

NT$9,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

16. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 2 km from Alta Mesa

Paul

NT$16,071 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

17. The Eagle Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Julian

NT$10,448 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

18. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Santa Barbara Beach, 1.8 km from Alta Mesa

Channah

NT$5,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

19. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 4.3 km from Alta Mesa

melanie

NT$13,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

20. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2.5 km from Alta Mesa

Gabriel

NT$11,221 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Find the best Alta 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.

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

Montecito

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.

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A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and mountains in the background.

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 Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

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A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.

West Beach

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

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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.

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Top Alta Mesa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

8/10 Good

"Bien ubicado habitación amplia"

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I highly recommend the Hilton Santa Barbara! I will be staying here again if I return to the area. The pool was so much fun and everything was so clean and easy to use. Our check in ran smoothly and Cupid was lovely and very helpful. The room was amazing as well, very spacious and fun to hang out on the balcony. There is beach access right accross the street so that is a plus as well!"

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Our top choices for Alta Mesa hotels

1. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

2. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

4. La Playa Inn

5. Inn By The Harbor

6. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

7. The Upham Hotel

8. Hotel Santa Barbara

9. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10. Mason Beach Inn

11. Beachside Inn

12. Lavender Inn by the Sea

13. Sandpiper Lodge

14. Marina Beach Hotel

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Downtown

16. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

17. The Eagle Inn

18. Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

19. Santa Barbara Inn

20. Harbor View Inn

Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Alta Mesa Hotel Reviews

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