West Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara



Visit West Mesa
Stay near popular West Mesa attractions
Things to do

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

Santa Barbara: Beach and Coastline Helicopter Tour

Coastal Cruise on Yacht in Santa Barbara

Solvang In-App Audio Tour: a Little Slice of Denmark Hidden in California

Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental
Top hotels in West Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"It was clean and good for what we needed. Free parking and laundry on site but property is pretty dated but ok for 1 nights stay"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"We chose this hotel because it is within very close walking distance of the beach and pier. The hotel has plenty of parking, is very clean and well-kept, and the staff is helpful and friendly. The free morning breakfast includes pastries, yogurt, waffles, juice, tea, coffee and fruits, among other ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"A clearly upgraded but very basic set up. Our room with 2 queen beds didn’t have enough space to walk to the AC unit - you had to crawl across the bed. A refrigerator but no coffee maker or microwave. No breakfast option. Very thin walls - noisy even after hours - we had a herd of elephants staying ..."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Where to stay in West Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach
Santa Barbara Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.





















