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

Comedy Drag Show Ticket at Wildcat Lounge in Santa Barbara
Top hotels in East Mesa

Hotel Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
"The hotel is close to downtown Carpinteria. However, the hotel itself isn't managed well. Check-in took 25 minutes. Their systems are either sub par and/or the staff is poorly trained. The electricity in the hotel was shut down for 7 hours, and the only notice that was given was a small sign on the ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Sandpiper Lodge

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
"Nice convenient location. Felt it’s just a step above a motel ambiance so comparatively quite expensive. Expect zero amenities in the room."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
"Friendly staff, clean and safe, but older facilities"
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
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 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 Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.






















