East Mesa Travel Guide
Santa Barbara





Visit East Mesa
Stay near popular East 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

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

Hotel Santa Barbara
"What a fantastic hotel, we will be back! Beautiful well kept room. You don't need to get a large room to experience this property as the entry-level rooms are sufficient. Quiet, clean and a responsive staff. Valet parking and luggage service. Even though they charge for parking, but having this location ..."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"they did not have the Wi-Fi working and when I requested they fix it I was told it was reset, but it didn’t seem to do anything"
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
"The internet does not work"
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Beachside Inn
"We love this little place. Amazing location, great staff, super clean and they have an awesome free breakfast spread."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
"We've stayed at Avania Inn at least a couple of times and really enjoy it here. This last stay was a bit more eventful for us as we got in extremely late. Communicated with Glory who was really accommodating in checking us in way after hours. Katy the next morning was really helpful in straightening ..."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026
Where to stay in East 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 East Beach and Santa Barbara Zoo.






















