Alta Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara

Visit Alta Mesa
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 Alta Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"The shower head leaked badly, the coffee machine in my room was only stocked with decaf, the towels were threadbare and worn, and I found a scab on one of the beds."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"It was my birthday weekend away with family, they on purpose gave us worst room next halfway. We could not sleep at all. Two kids couldn’t sleep at all because they woke up from every loud noise coming from opening door. The shower was stinky like sewer stinky. When my husband bought me a glass of ..."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
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 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 Arlington Theater or Lobero 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.





















