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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach

Rosewood Miramar Beach
5.0 star property
Montecito, 8.3 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294)
"One of the best properties I’ve stayed at. Beautiful and clean . Service is excellent. "
United States
Karina
The price is ₩1,810,004
₩2,228,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Outdoor pool
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean

Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
3.0 star property
26.1 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Everything was amazing. The views were breathtaking- the staff was all lovely and accommodating. "
United States
Samantha
The price is ₩237,240
₩266,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Cliff House Inn On The Ocean
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara

Palihouse Santa Barbara
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Alta Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"Beautiful hotel, with a subdued vibe, exceptionally friendly staff. Walking distance from anything you might want to do in Santa Barbara."
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩425,290
₩485,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Palihouse Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
The Funk Zone, 2.6 km from Alta Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (931)
"Room, staff, pool, restaurant, location were all fantastic!!"
United States
Marian
Hotel Californian
Garden
Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn

Simpson House Inn
5.0 star property
Upper East, 2.5 km from Alta Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (693)
"Great place to stay for a quiet romantic stay. The staff was very attentive and helpful. The breakfast was delicious. Would stay again."
United States
Brian
Simpson House Inn
Exterior
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG

Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Santa Barbara, 2 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Friendly staff, clean room and pet-friendly"
United States
Lisa
The price is ₩420,965
₩545,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Kimpton Canary Hotel by IHG
Exterior
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Lower State, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Can't beat the location! One block from the promenade street with plenty of restaurants, cafes, and shops. Not too far from the pier as well!"
United States
Leonardo
The price is ₩275,444
₩314,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby lounge
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach, 1.8 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Friendly staff and clean place."
United States
Nikhil
The price is ₩213,366
₩243,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Property
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels

Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.3 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (401)
"Great location and service "
United States
juan
The price is ₩272,546
₩311,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Drift Santa Barbara, a Member of Design Hotels
Exterior detail
The Milo

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
West Beach, 2.4 km from Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1498)
"Fabulous location,great staff "
United States
Guadalupe
The price is ₩282,537
₩322,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Milo
Reception
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
Lower State, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1083)
"Outstanding location."
United States
william
The price is ₩273,613
₩318,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Santa Barbara
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Californian cuisine
El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
3.7 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (538)
"Lovely resort with beautiful grounds"
United States
Nicole
The price is ₩796,517
₩1,014,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
El Encanto Santa Barbara
Restaurant
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages

Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
3.0 star property
Oak Park, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (675)
"Wonderful property , charming hosts and great breakfasts!"
United States
Jeff
The price is ₩376,273
₩429,687 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Cheshire Cat Inn & Cottages
Room, Private Bathroom (Susan Loft) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn

Bath Street Inn
3.5 star property
Oak Park, 2 km from Alta Mesa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (322)
"Super clean, wonderful staff, beautiful quiet elegant place. Great amenities.."
United States
Donna
The price is ₩243,641
₩283,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Bath Street Inn
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.5 km from Alta Mesa
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (997)
" Clean rooms and easy access to beach."
United States
Pradeep
The price is ₩309,957
₩411,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina

Casa De La Vina
4.0 star property
2 km from Alta Mesa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (130)
"Very tidy and most comfortable."
United States
Flamingstar
Casa De La Vina
Reception
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
East Beach, 4.3 km from Alta Mesa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (971)
"Great hotel, super clean and modern. Awesome little kitchen and a fantastic bathroom."
United States
James
The price is ₩167,233
₩190,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Blue Sands Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Deluxe King with Balcony) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.1 km from Alta Mesa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2016)
"Definetly would stay here again!"
United States
David
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Tasting room
Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel

Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
Lower State, 2.4 km from Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (589)
"Room was comfortable with nice touches such as a fireplace, swinging chair and small nautical pieces "
United States
Wendy
The price is ₩185,282
₩225,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Haley Hotel
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel

The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
West Beach, 2.2 km from Alta Mesa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1021)
"Great hotel"
United States
LEI
The Franciscan Hotel
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Where to stay in Alta Mesa

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

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.

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 MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation.

Santa Barbara showing a coastal town
Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair
Open Photo by Santa Barbara Conference & Visitors Bureau and Film Commission/Jay Sinclair

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 Santa Barbara Museum of Art might round out your trip.

West Beach

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

The Mesa

While visiting The Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Leadbetter Beach and Arroyo Burro Beach.

Top Alta Mesa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

10/10 Excellent
"Staff very courteous. In room coffee should be packaged coffee dropped into hot water. What is provided now is messy. Better yet, provide coffee (thermos) in lobby- Much, much better. No towel bars! Not good with small counter space taken up by stacks of towels Plenty of wall space to accommodate them. Possibly an oversight by contractor? Owners aware of this?"
John 3-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

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

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