What is Alta Mesa like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Santa Barbara's Alta Mesa neighborhood.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Alta Mesa area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Santa Barbara, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 45 Alta Mesa hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

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

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer in Alta Mesa.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Alta Mesa?

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What can I see and do in this Santa Barbara neighborhood?

1000 Steps Beach, Mesa Lane Steps Beach, and Leadbetter Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around Alta Mesa. While you're out sightseeing, Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum and Santa Barbara Carriage Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Santa Barbara.

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1. The Upham Hotel

Historic Downtown Santa Barbara, 1.9 km from Alta Mesa

Michael

₩387,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

2. Inn By The Harbor

West Beach, 1.8 km from Alta Mesa

Thomas

₩491,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach, 2.3 km from Alta Mesa

Lorena

₩554,452 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds (Deluxe Queen Suite) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

West Beach, 2.1 km from Alta Mesa

Martin

₩374,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

5. Lavender Inn by the Sea

West Beach, 2 km from Alta Mesa

Brian

₩490,965 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

6. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Oak Park, 2.5 km from Alta Mesa

Gloria

₩328,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

7. La Playa Inn

West Beach, 2.1 km from Alta Mesa

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₩485,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

8. Sandpiper Lodge

4 km from Alta Mesa

Nancy

₩247,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

9. Marina Beach Hotel

West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

James

₩471,077 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

10. Lemon Tree Inn

3.4 km from Alta Mesa

Shanna

₩241,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2 km from Alta Mesa

David

₩469,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

4.6 km from Alta Mesa

Adriana

₩371,392 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

13. Harbor House Inn

West Beach, 2.3 km from Alta Mesa

Jill

₩447,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

West Beach, 2.1 km from Alta Mesa

Li

₩403,528 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

15. Oasis Inn & Suites

4 km from Alta Mesa

Celine

₩262,029 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

16. Bath Street Inn

Oak Park, 2 km from Alta Mesa

Nicolette

₩393,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

17. Mason Beach Inn

West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Dayne

₩555,074 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

18. Casa Iglesia

Oak Park, 2.3 km from Alta Mesa

Derrick

₩440,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

19. Hotel Santa Barbara

Lower State, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa

Dominique

₩470,594 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

20. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

7.6 km from Alta Mesa

Shubhrangshu

₩369,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Find the best Alta Mesa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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 in the area like Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor.

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A coastal beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a clear blue sky.

Montecito

Celebrity-favored Montecito offers backcountry hiking trails and attractions like Lotusland and El Fureidis. Easily accessible via State Route 192 and the U.S. 101 Freeway, it's well-connected to Santa Barbara County.

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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 Granada Theatre might round out your trip.

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A marina with multiple boats docked, calm water, and a clear sky.

West Beach

While visiting West Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Santa Barbara Harbor and West Beach.

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

East Beach

East Beach is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights in the area like Santa Barbara Zoo and East Beach.

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Top Alta Mesa Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

8/10 Good

"Ok"

The Upham Hotel

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay at The Upham Hotel overall. The staff were friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout our visit, and the customer service was excellent. The grounds are beautiful and peaceful, with plenty of outdoor seating areas to relax and enjoy the property. That said, our room wasn’t quite what we expected, especially for the price. It felt smaller than it appeared in the photos, and there were several maintenance and wear issues that made it feel less upscale than we anticipated. The bathroom door didn’t close completely, the sofa was noticeably worn and stained, and the bedskirt had a large hole in it. We understand that this is a historic hotel and appreciate its charm, but we were expecting the furnishings and room condition to be better maintained. Overall, we had a pleasant stay because of the wonderful staff and lovely grounds, but we do think the guest rooms could use some updates and better upkeep to better reflect the hotel’s pricing."

Inn By The Harbor

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic little hotel in a nice area. Minutes from everything in Santa Barbara. Staff were all nice and our room looked like a little apartment with a kitchen and fridge. Very helpful for leftovers from dinner out! The grounds were so beautiful! The breakfast was great too. They had egg frittatas, out meal, cereal, yogurt parfaits and pastries. Coffee and tea. We ate inside but lots of people ate on the patio outside the lobby which was really nice. I highly recommended this hotel."

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Our top choices for Alta Mesa hotels

1. The Upham Hotel

2. Inn By The Harbor

3. West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

4. Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

5. Lavender Inn by the Sea

6. Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

7. La Playa Inn

8. Sandpiper Lodge

9. Marina Beach Hotel

10. Lemon Tree Inn

11. Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

12. FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

13. Harbor House Inn

14. Castillo Inn at the Beach

15. Oasis Inn & Suites

16. Bath Street Inn

17. Mason Beach Inn

18. Casa Iglesia

19. Hotel Santa Barbara

20. Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Santa Barbara Beach

Montecito

Downtown Santa Barbara

West Beach

East Beach

Top Alta Mesa Hotel Reviews

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

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