What is East Mesa like?

Travellers to the East Mesa neighbourhood in Santa Barbara will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Leadbetter Beach and 1000 Steps Beach as part of your East Mesa travel plans.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the East Mesa area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 86 East Mesa hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in East Mesa.

What is there to do around this Santa Barbara neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of East Mesa with a visit to Leadbetter Beach and Shoreline Park. A visit to 1000 Steps Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around East Mesa include Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum. When you're sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carriage and Western Art Museum and Mesa Lane Steps Beach are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in East Mesa, Santa Barbara - 2026 Updated Prices

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

1. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa

Amanda

฿8,896 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "LA PLAYA INN Santa Barbara, California".

2. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa

Greer

฿9,530 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A modern living room with two grey sofas, a small woven stool, and a large wall clock.

3. Beachside Inn

West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa

Rebecca

฿6,972 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.

4. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.6 km from East Mesa

Amanda

฿8,575 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a nightstand.

5. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa

Julia

฿6,974 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A multi-story building with a curved entrance, palm trees, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

6. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa

Liad

฿8,956 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A white building with a sign reading "Mason Beach Inn" and a balcony with a railing.

7. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa

Rachita

฿8,905 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A bright kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.

8. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa

Omar

฿8,328 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A sunny outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush tropical plants and flowers.

9. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa

Amy

฿8,060 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bright kitchen with large windows, wicker furniture, and a wooden countertop.

10. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.7 km from East Mesa

Eila

฿8,114 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

West Beach, 1.9 km from East Mesa

Naomi

฿7,798 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.

12. Santa Barbara Inn

East Beach, 4 km from East Mesa

Joanne

฿14,095 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.4 km from East Mesa

Veronica

฿8,693 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A restaurant with wooden floors, wicker chairs, and hanging plants.

14. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 3.6 km from East Mesa

Patty

฿6,675 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, a fire pit, and seating arrangements.

15. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

6.4 km from East Mesa

Robert

฿8,158 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A resort with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, a beach view, and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Harbor View Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from East Mesa

Gabriel

฿10,691 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A two-story building with a balcony, palm trees, and a sign that reads "Castillo Inn."

17. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 1.8 km from East Mesa

Abraham

฿5,974 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, palm trees, and a view of buildings in the background.

18. Hotel Californian

The Funk Zone, 2.4 km from East Mesa

Tricia

฿25,917 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, umbrellas, and a pool.

19. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Downtown Santa Barbara, 2.5 km from East Mesa

Paul

฿14,775 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

East Beach, 4.2 km from East Mesa

David S

฿5,410 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Where to stay in East Mesa

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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 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

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.

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A coastal town with a prominent white building with a red roof, 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 Presidio Santa Barbara or Arlington Theater might round out your trip.

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A marina filled with sailboats at sunset.

West Beach

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

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A beach with palm trees, a pier, and the ocean at sunset.

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.

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Top East Mesa Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was great from a convenient and early check in, to round the clock coffee, and fresh fruit with the continental breakfast. House keeping staff were polite and friendly and the room was clean and comfortable. A few minutes walk to the beach and a quick uber to downtown. Would definitely book again."

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent

"I definitely recommend staying at Aviana Inn when visiting Santa Barbara. Their staff is very friendly and helpful. The rooms are spacious and very relaxing. They don't have breakfast buffet but they do offer a good selection of food and drinks in the morning which includes muffins, waffles, yogurt, cereals, orange juice, iced tea, etc. Coffee, hot chocolate, hot tea, hot water are available all throughout the day until midnight. You can get also get drinking water anytime so you won't have to buy water outside. Utensils are also available. They also have a good wi-fi connection so I was able to do my work which requires uploads and downloads. You can walk to the beach within 10 minutes. Liquor stores and groceries are within five to seven minutes walk. Restaurants are also within walking distance. When I visit Santa Barbara again in the future I will definitely stay at Aviana Inn again. I can easily say that I got more than what I paid for."

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Our top choices for East Mesa hotels

1. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

2. La Playa Inn

3. Beachside Inn

4. Inn By The Harbor

5. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

6. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

7. Mason Beach Inn

8. Lavender Inn by the Sea

9. Marina Beach Hotel

10. The Upham Hotel

11. The Franciscan Hotel

12. Santa Barbara Inn

13. Hotel Santa Barbara

14. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

15. Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

16. Harbor View Inn

17. Castillo Inn at the Beach

18. Hotel Californian

19. Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

20. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Where to stay in East Mesa

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Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

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Top East Mesa Hotel Reviews

Inn By The Harbor

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