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Alta Mesa hotels and places to stay

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1105)
"Very convient "
The price is CA $339
CA $387 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
Front of property - evening/night
La Playa Inn
2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (831)
"Perfect"
The price is CA $329
CA $375 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
La Playa Inn
Beach nearby, beach towels
Marina Beach Motel
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (854)
"A nice hotel, spacious room. Dogs welcome but extra. Clean. A good place to stay in SB."
The price is CA $276
CA $315 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Marina Beach Motel
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Front of property
Castillo Inn at the Beach
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1038)
"Loved the hotel and location. Very nice staff. Unfortunately we had people in next room that were beyond noisy from the time they arrived at 2:15 am."
The price is CA $230
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Castillo Inn at the Beach
Outdoor spa tub
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Awesome "
The price is CA $297
CA $339 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (485)
"The staff was absolutely exceptional and made the experience so great. Can't wait to go back again! "
The price is CA $1,158
CA $1,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 10 - Jun 11
El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara
Front of property - evening/night
Inn By The Harbor
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1593)
"The property was beautiful, and my friend and I loved the food at the included breakfast and we loved the wine and cheese time! "
The price is CA $311
CA $356 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Inn By The Harbor
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hotel Californian
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (823)
"Property was gorgeous and staff were amazing! Lots of great dining options within walking distance as well."
The price is CA $993
CA $1,191 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Hotel Californian
Front of property
The Franciscan Hotel
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"We absolutely LOVED everything about this quaint little hotel nestled beneath the palm trees near the beach. The customer service was top notch from the welcome email received right after booking, to the follow up saying they were looking forward to our arrival. Ben at the front desk treated us like family from the moment we walked in, greeting us with fresh coffee, warm cookies and the inside scoop on a map with everything we would want to see within walking distance. We were pleasantly...
The price is CA $317
CA $362 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
The Franciscan Hotel
Fireplace
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (389)
"Friendly staff, nice and clean hotel with good hot breakfast."
The price is CA $342
CA $390 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Beach nearby, white sand
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
1.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31)
"This was a great stay! I had a room in the "dorm" and it was quiet and convenient. It's near the train station and walkable to the harbor, pier, and downtown. Everyone was so polite and friendly! The place was clean and quiet. "
The price is CA $199
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
ITH Santa Barbara Beach Hostel
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1273)
"Great location. Good customer service. Beds comfortable and rooms clean. Rooms abut small but comfortable. Good complimentary breakfast and their coffee machine is the best! Kuddos to Jasmin she made sure breakfast was good and kept checking up if we needed anything else. "
The price is CA $207
CA $246 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool
Harbor View Inn
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location."
The price is CA $374
CA $426 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Harbor View Inn
Lobby
Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"It's hard to find the driveway for the property but after that the hotel is close to all the area attractions. We walked everywhere. This is a quaint hotel with a friendly staff. The only drawback was the small shower."
The price is CA $387
CA $445 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Hotel Santa Barbara
Front of property
Mason Beach Inn
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598)
"We had the best hostess here. Everyone was so friendly. Everyone was so nice. The parking is reasonably priced. The hotel is comfortable on its own. I would definitely come back here again just because of the friendliness and the courtesy of the staff."
The price is CA $339
CA $395 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Mason Beach Inn
3 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"The staff, the ambient and overall experience was wonderful. Every staff we encounter were friendly and helpful. It is family friendly establishment but adult can still enjoy all the amenities without being run down by kids. "
The price is CA $869
CA $1,067 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (419)
"The hotel was really nice. I wish we had more time to spend on the property but we were in town to see family. "
The price is CA $217
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"I like that it was clean. Didn’t like that it didn’t have a elevator. "
The price is CA $230
CA $263 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 9 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The staff was excellent. The room was nice and clean. It was a nice touch that there was a sitting area out back by the garden. "
The price is CA $211
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
View from room
Beachside Inn
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"All perfect "
The price is CA $284
CA $325 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Beachside Inn
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Santa Barbara Beach

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(42 area reviews)

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.

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Alta Mesa Travel Info

Location
Santa Barbara, United States of America
Similar neighborhoods
West Beach, Santa Barbara Beach and North State
Number of hotels
1,446
Known landmarks
Arlington Theater, Leadbetter Beach and Santa Barbara Historical Museum
Hotels with nearby beaches
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara, Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach and Castillo Inn at the Beach

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. Consider a visit to Elings Park as part of your Alta Mesa travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Alta Mesa?

For your stay in Alta Mesa, Entire Guest Suite Luxury Retreat. is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.

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 52 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?

Elings Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Alta Mesa. 1000 Steps Beach and Shoreline Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Santa Barbara.

Recent Reviews in Alta Mesa

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

5/5 Excellent
"great"
A verified traveller stayed at Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
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