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
"Perfectly located in the heart of downtown. Beautiful hotel and polite and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Sandpiper Lodge
"The soundproofing at this hotel is honestly terrible. We could clearly hear a couple upstairs being intimate, and we were staying on the floor below. It was extremely awkward and uncomfortable, especially when you’re just trying to rest. For a hotel, I really think better soundproofing is a basic ..."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"Nice hotel but very small parking lot. The person who checked us in (who was also the hotel manager) erroneously informed us that we had a guaranteed parking spot. When we returned to the hotel after dinner, we couldn't find a parking spot as the lot was entirely full. We complained to the manager ..."
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

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.





















