Tropical Mesa Guesthouse | Lush Calming Garden, Walk to Beach, Dining & Preserve

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A residential area with houses, a driveway, and a street.
A house exterior with a front door, a window with green shutters, a patio with a table and chairs, and a decorative bird statue.
A dining area with a glass table, wooden chairs, and a vase with flowers.
A living room with a brown leather couch, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, and a large mirror.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Elings Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Barbara, CA
  • Place, Mesa Lane Steps Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Elings Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Arroyo Burro Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Santa Barbara

The Mesa, a neighbourhood in Santa Barbara, is home to this holiday home. Travellers looking for local activities can try Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf, while those looking to experience a bit of culture can stop by Santa Barbara Bowl. Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Map
Santa Barbara, CA

What's nearby

  • Mesa Lane Steps Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elings Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Arroyo Burro Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • 1000 Steps Beach - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Shoreline Park - 6 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Super Cucas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Boathouse at Hendry's Beach - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Revolver Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tropical Mesa Guesthouse | Lush Calming Garden, Walk to Beach, Dining & Preserve pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tropical Mesa Guesthouse | Lush Calming Garden, Walk to Beach, Dining & Preserve?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Mesa Guesthouse | Lush Calming Garden, Walk to Beach, Dining & Preserve?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Mesa Guesthouse | Lush Calming Garden, Walk to Beach, Dining & Preserve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Mesa Guesthouse | Lush Calming Garden, Walk to Beach, Dining & Preserve located?

Located in The Mesa, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mesa Lane Steps Beach and Elings Park. Arroyo Burro Beach and 1000 Steps Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely place located on a quiet street just seconds away from the Douglas Preserve, Mesa steps and the beach! Street parking was excellent and everything was well appointed and perfect for our two week stay.We will return soon!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 August 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words about Mesa Bliss! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us at Paradise Retreats. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here. Its location is ideal. Quiet neighborhood and a view of the ocean as you are standing in the walkway to the place. Very private too! The bed was comfortable and we were able to cook a few meals too. We really appreciated the oil removal kit as you will undoubtedly get oil on your feet walking on the beach. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words about Mesa Bliss! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us at Paradise Retreats. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay; especially because we brought our dog with us; why? Because the Douglas Nature Preserve is right around the corner and is leash free for dogs; it's a wonderful place for a long walk along the cliffs of the ocean any time morning, day or evening. The property is also very close to town (10 minute drive) and has a great local market (Lazy Acres) about a mile away, which has everything you need to stock the fridge and pantry, which we did for our 9-night stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words about Mesa Bliss! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us at Paradise Retreats. We hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great space, beautiful garden patio, quiet and peaceful. The thoughtful appointments throughout made the stay feel like we were right at home. The kitchen is well equipped. Very convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from Mesa Bliss - Tropical Oceanside Guest House on the Mesa on 22 April 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words about Mesa Bliss! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with Paradise Retreats, we hope to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location. It is so easy to get to the beach, shops, grocery and other towns.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

We had a great trip and a great place to stay at. We highly recommend this place for anybody in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2025
Thank you for being our guest! So glad you had a great time here and we hope to host you again. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice property

Strongly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2025
Fantastic, glad you enjoyed it! We hope to see you again soon. Thank you for being our guest. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

This guest home was very comfortable and clean! The location was great as well! We enjoyed our stay and will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
We're so thrilled you enjoyed your stay and all the great details about this property. Thank you for the 5 star review and being our guest! We hope to host you again soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Barbara get away

Location and facility just great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2023
Super! So glad you enjoyed your time here. Thank you for being our guest and we hope to see you again. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and great location!

Went perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Perfection! This is the best review ever! We appreciate it and you are welcome back anytime. Sincerely, The Paradise Retreats Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Santa Barbara get awY

Love the cottage! Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Fantastic! We're so thrilled you had an enjoyable stay with us! Thank you for the nice review and we would love to host you again. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Place for Peace

Property is clean & peaceful. The location cannot be beaten, you will be close to everything, we have stayed here 2x's.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2025
So thrilled you enjoyed this little mesa gem! You are welcome back for another visit anytime. Thank you! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful quaint location

wonderful attached separate unit to beautiful home on Mesa in SB recommend it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 September 2023
Thank you for being our guest! We're so glad you had a great time! Please visit us again! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

My wife and I had a lovely stay at this place on the mesa! The neighborhood was lovely and the accommodations were good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Mesa Bliss delivers once again! Such good news hearing you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for taking the time to review us and we hope to host you again. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot

Lovely place for a short stay, just a short walk from Douglas Preserve and Mesa Steps. Everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2023
We appreciate you being our guest and taking the time to review us. So glad you enjoyed your stay here on the Mesa! Please come back and visit us again. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay!

Great location, clean, quite, comfortable bed. Nice to be close to nature preserve and beach and lazy acres! Property was just as listed. We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Awesome! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and the convenient location! Thank you for the nice review and we would love to host you again. Until next time! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private, quiet & super cute

Cute, clean, quiet & walking distance to beach. Easy check in & well appointed. Would absolutely recommend for a single or couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
Thank you for being our guest and taking the time for your review. Please visit again! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vaca on the Mesa

We had a very pleasant week. Enjoyed the property very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
So great to hear you had a lovely time here at Mesa Bliss! We appreciate the 5 star review and would love to host you again. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot

Our cottage in Santa Barbara was simply awesome. It was one block from the Douglas Family Preserve. The management staff was very responsive. The owners were unbelievably kind and helpful. We would be thrilled to stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2025
This makes our day! We're so thrilled you had a great stay here and we hope to see you again soon. Thank you! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

This was a sublime experience- private, luxurious, exceptionally clean and quiet. A short walk to a beautiful nature preserve and spectacular beach. Thank you! I loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place!

Very nice. Close to every thing “Santa Barbara”.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 December 2023
Great! So glad you enjoyed your stay here! We hope to host you again soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved It

We adored this place for our three night stay. It was conveniently located and suited our needs, plus it was charming! The four star for cleanliness was only for the washer, which had a lot of dog hair in it. We enjoyed our time and would, without a doubt, sentry here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

well appointed suite close to bluff park & beach stairs

Quiet and nice suite behind a house, no views, but one block from a huge park on the bluff overlooking the ocean and 3-4 blocks from steps to the beach - all and all quite nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay and the proximity to the beach area! Thank you for being our guest and you are welcome back anytime. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation vacation

Fantastic location, so close to hiking and the beach. Beautiful place for my wife & I to relax and get away from it all. We avoided ask the crowds & expenses of restaurants and used the kitchen for all our meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 August 2023
So glad you and your wife had a relaxing stay at Mesa Bliss. We appreciate your lovely review and hope to host you again soon. Nothing better than beach and hiking! Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to

We loved how close we were to SBCC so we could help our daughter move. We loved the Douglas Preserve for nightly walks and the beach access walk. Restaurants, stores, and everything we needed was conveniently located. The property was beautiful, clean, and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2025
This is so great to hear! We appreciate you staying at our little Mesa gem and hope to welcome you back soon. Sincerely, Paradise Retreats
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