Title: East Mesa Travel Guide: Best of East Mesa, Santa Barbara Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in East Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Mesa-Hotels.d553248635976472344.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[East Mesa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-East-Mesa.d553248635976472344.Car-Hire-Guide)[East Mesa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/East-Mesa.d553248635976472344.Holidays-City-Breaks) # East Mesa Travel Guide ## Santa Barbara ![East Mesa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/995d6e7aa96220c67fba132e7e1ae557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![East Mesa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/e63b79d8f4ff33b68b7c338c6bbade35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![East Mesa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/649e09a0595af07a5fb0f7dc87ef005f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![East Mesa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/9f2dc58a53c14913d88b0dbb7fb9f30a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![East Mesa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/0f89ed91665124a2247508664a49bf76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit East Mesa Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Shoreline Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ab876f21acbd4c5b5b102238a5c97824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shoreline Park Shoreline Park is just one of the places to see in Santa Barbara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shoreline-Park-Santa-Barbara.d6325028.Attraction) ![Santa Barbara Zoo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4b9585a48356be65be68944c62168157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Zoo Why not meet the animals who call Santa Barbara Zoo home during your holiday in Santa Barbara? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Zoo-Santa-Barbara.d6065929.Attraction) ![Santa Barbara Harbor](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a79f5cfd6e83f80a536f9243662de183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Harbor Explore the waterfront in Santa Barbara with a trip to Santa Barbara Harbor. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Harbor-Santa-Barbara.d553248634000903287.Attraction) ![Santa Barbara County Courthouse featuring a luxury hotel or resort and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/51000/51681-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara County Courthouse See the best views of Santa Barbara and enjoy a stunning variety of architectural styles at the city’s historic courthouse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-County-Courthouse-Downtown-Santa-Barbara.d6177264.Attraction) ![Upper State Street](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1d3943494e82de7a7e3136701c3719f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Upper State Street During your visit to Santa Barbara, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Upper State Street. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its cosy cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-State-Street-Santa-Barbara.d6336857.Attraction) ![Butterfly Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/4ac1f02a3b45ea4c8ed3a9d6ead87c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Butterfly Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Butterfly Beach during your travels in Santa Barbara? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Butterfly-Beach-Montecito.d553248621561135821.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Santa Barbara Trolley Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247677/f40fd037-ab30-40b5-bf4c-f29e61420bbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara Trolley Tour £21 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-trolley-tour.a1247677.activity-details) ![Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965347/cc9b081e-041c-4ce1-b661-266bdf8cbc76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Visit the Rescued Cats of Cat Therapy £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/visit-the-rescued-cats-of-cat-therapy.a49965347.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44649102/1306d2d4-212e-48eb-b9f3-6d4c69322053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Full-Day 7-Speed Bike Rental with Area Map £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-full-day-7-speed-bike-rental-with-area-map.a44649102.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44652338/55369f36-2fca-4cb2-824e-2cf29cff189e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Electric Bike Rental £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-electric-bike-rental.a44652338.activity-details) ![Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3462615/05d6c63a-2a51-4112-bbbd-8bc53230649b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental £19 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kayak-or-stand-up-paddle-board-rental.a3462615.activity-details) ![Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48117548/47650188-db2e-4c28-b56b-ad42c17837bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Barbara: Chocolate Bar and Art Box Making Workshop £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/santa-barbara-chocolate-bar-and-art-box-making-workshop.a48117548.activity-details) [See all activities in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in East Mesa ![Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13600/13530/0c380524_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn 3850 State St Santa Barbara CA £136 2 Feb - 3 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,056 reviews) Courtesy staff. Everyone nice. Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=13530&PinnedHotelID=13530&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472344) ![Hotel Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/67500/67458/009f4bea_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Santa Barbara 533 State St Santa Barbara CA £179 20 Jan - 21 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,130 reviews) Smells nice and super clean place Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=67458&PinnedHotelID=67458&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472344) ![Sandpiper Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1060000/1058000/1057983/219b9599_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sandpiper Lodge 3525 State St Santa Barbara CA £78 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (2,121 reviews) Spotless room Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=1057983&PinnedHotelID=1057983&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472344) ![Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16600/16502/524f8c62_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara 4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA £147 20 Jan - 21 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) Room was great, I did not take advantage of the May amenities available as I was only in town for a few hours. Just needed a great place to sleep. Thanks so much! Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F01%2F2026&endDate=21%2F01%2F2026&selected=16502&PinnedHotelID=16502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472344) ![Inn By The Harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34500/34495/375e4f4a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Inn By The Harbor 433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA £143 9 Feb - 10 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,839 reviews) nice hotel Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026&selected=34495&PinnedHotelID=34495&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976472344) ![Avania Inn of Santa Barbara](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/970000/969000/968986/a1b49ad5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avania Inn of Santa Barbara 128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA Stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,073 reviews) The price was a lot better than the Lavender Hotel next door and the room was very good! 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-The-Mesa.dx553248635976470507) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alta Mesa When in Alta Mesa, you can plan a visit to 1000 Steps Beach and Leadbetter Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Alta-Mesa.dx553248635976471620) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/34cf2b75249099eb8ddc2a001cd16336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Beach If you're spending some time in West Beach, Santa Barbara Harbor and Carriage and Western Art Museum are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-West-Beach.dx553248635976474091) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/5555ce6113c00859a2f0b09a8d27a00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Mesa While there might not be top attractions in West Mesa, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Arroyo Burro Beach and Leadbetter Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-West-Mesa.dx553248635976476447) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/d96088069d11db19af91bee67388dda3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lower State 5/5(2 area reviews) While visiting Lower State, you might make a stop by sights like MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation and Paseo Nuevo Mall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara-Lower-State.dx553248635976470304) ![Santa Barbara featuring a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35638-Santa-Barbara.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Downtown Santa Barbara The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Historic Downtown Santa Barbara. A stop by Lobero Theater or Granada Theatre might round out your trip. 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