Alta Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara

Visit Alta Mesa
Things to do

Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California
Top hotels in Alta Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara
"First time stay. The property is newly renovated in the old Santa Barbara Spanish style, Our room was clean and very comfortable. We enjoyed coffee and a bite to eat for breakfast. We loved the yoghurt with chia seeds and blueberries. The espresso was delicious. The server was fun to talk to and ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
"We liked Staff and Cleanliness."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"The breakfast was fine. The front desk was great. The rooms were disappointing. It was very small and old. My main concern, there were NO drawers or hooks anywhere for our clothes. We had to live out of our suitcases all week. We had to put our suitcases on the bed after it was made. No desk. Almost ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"small facility but clean and recently updated Walking distance to nice restaurants. would come again!"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"Room was clean , definitely not bad for the price. Staff was friendly. Would recommend if you are looking for a budget friendly stay in Santa Barbara."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Beachside Inn
"I have stayed at this hotel several times and don’t remember being placed where it was so noisy! First, my room was by the pool and we requested to be moved! Then we were placed overlooking the park (the busy intersection) of cars and trucks speeding by throughout the night! Next time I will contact ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and West Beach.

Montecito
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Montecito. A stop by Miramar Beach or Butterfly Beach might round out your trip.

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.

West Beach
If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach are top sights worth seeing.

East Beach
East Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.






















