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Our top choices for The Mesa hotels

A marina with boats docked, palm trees, and a building labeled "Sea Landing."

1. 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, (1,122 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!"
United States
Amanda
The price is NT$6,346
NT$7,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

2. 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, (1,468 reviews)
"Very clean , staff was great.loved the room. We would stay there again."
United States
David
The price is NT$6,839
NT$7,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

3. 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, (1,962 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay. Lovely helpful staff. Great location to walk to the Beach and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Tricia
The price is NT$7,368
NT$8,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Inn By The Harbor
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

4. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.5 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,544 reviews)
"We loved it here!"
United States
Morgan
The price is NT$7,901
NT$9,187 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hotel Santa Barbara
A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

5. 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)
"Amazing stay and great location!"
United States
Nick
The price is NT$6,459
NT$7,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
La Playa Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

6. 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, (2,444 reviews)
"Excellent location, clean and comfortable room."
United States
Anne
The price is NT$4,665
NT$5,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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, (1,360 reviews)
"Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue."
United States
Brandon
The price is NT$6,051
NT$6,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Lavender Inn by the Sea
A modern living room with a round coffee table, a sofa, and two armchairs. There are framed artworks on the wall and a potted plant on the floor.

8. Beachside Inn

Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,311 reviews)
"Would stay again"
United States
Jose
The price is NT$5,073
NT$5,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Beachside Inn
A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and white buildings with arches.

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff at desk and valet. Very nice room. We’ll want to stay there again."
United States
John
The price is NT$6,924
NT$7,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

10. Marina Beach Hotel

Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,200 reviews)
"Stay was great, love the place"
United States
Lori
The price is NT$4,889
NT$5,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Marina Beach Hotel
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.

11. The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,324 reviews)
"Great staff, excellent breakfast options, easy parking and comfy rooms."
United States
Bob
The price is NT$4,636
NT$5,285 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The Franciscan Hotel
A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

12. Mason Beach Inn

Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from The Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
Canada
Sandy Lyne
The price is NT$7,599
NT$8,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Mason Beach Inn
Front of property

13. 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)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Brian
The price is NT$7,172
NT$8,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Eagle Inn
A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Harbor View Inn

Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
West Beach, 2.7 km from The Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"The location was great"
United States
Mario
The price is NT$9,291
NT$10,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Harbor View Inn
A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

15. 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)
"Nice, we would stay here again."
United States
Wesley
The price is NT$5,053
NT$5,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Castillo Inn at the Beach
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, (505 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Emeterio
The price is NT$8,186
NT$9,348 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

17. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.4 km from The Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff. Loved Santa Barbara. We will be back !"
United States
Gavin
The price is NT$10,889
NT$14,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

18. 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, (1,013 reviews)
"Super cute place!"
United States
Luan
The price is NT$7,949
NT$9,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Upham Hotel
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.

19. Harbor House Inn

Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
West Beach, 2.3 km from The Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Cozy and cool property just a block away from the harbor. Great location to"
United States
James
The price is NT$5,732
NT$6,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Harbor House Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.

20. The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.5 km from The Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,620 reviews)
"Beautiful Santa Barbara West Beach location"
United States
Katherine
The price is NT$7,933
NT$9,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Milo
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Compare popular hotels in The Mesa

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.
Marina Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,200 reviews
View
A modern living room with a round coffee table, a sofa, and two armchairs. There are framed artworks on the wall and a potted plant on the floor.
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,311 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
2,444 reviews
View
A coastal house with a red roof, surrounded by palm trees and a mountain backdrop.
Harbor House Inn
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with stone flooring, wooden chairs, and tables. There are palm trees and a decorative stone wall with a statue.
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,324 reviews
View

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 beach with a pier, buildings, and mountains in the background.

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.

A white colonial building with a bell tower, surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

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 beach with a pier extending into the water, mountains in the background, and several flags on the pier.

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

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

Casa Riviera, a ZenStay Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed at Casa Riviera, because my fíance and I got married at the Santa Barbara courthouse. I was so impressed how clean this hotel was! We felt comfortable, safe, and cozy. We will definitely be staying here again when we come down for our anniversary’s! <3"
Christina 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Casa Riviera, a ZenStay 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.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to The Mesa?
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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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