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Inn By The Harbor

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Santa Barbara City College

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A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a tiled roof.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Leadbetter Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for King Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a window with curtains.

King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

King Deluxe

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Accessible Queen Deluxe

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

King Deluxe with Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, and a view of a pool.

Harbor Pool Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

Queen room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

Double Queen Deluxe

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(86 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.A stay at this Santa Barbara Beach hotel places you steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College. Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Harbor are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shaker Mill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

3.5-star hotel near Santa Barbara City College
Inn By The Harbor offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Inn By The Harbor. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Inn By The Harbor offers 42 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (21 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Inn Harbor Santa Barbara
Harbor Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor Hotel Santa Barbara
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Inn By The Harbor Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn By The Harbor to the airport?

Inn By The Harbor is 10.1 mi (13-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Inn By The Harbor?

As of Sept 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on Sept 27, 2026 start from CA $343, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Inn By The Harbor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn By The Harbor.

How close is Inn By The Harbor to the beach?

This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach and 8-minute walk from West Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn By The Harbor offer free breakfast?

Inn By The Harbor offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Inn By The Harbor?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Harbor?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Inn By The Harbor?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Inn By The Harbor have a pool?

Inn By The Harbor features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Inn By The Harbor have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Inn By The Harbor to downtown Santa Barbara?

Inn By The Harbor is 1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1311 out of 1937 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 411 out of 1937 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1937 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1937 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1937 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zaneta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Clean room, good food, friendly and kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clarke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Excellent Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quaint place. Fun place to stay. Real basic not fancy, great service:
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant staff, and a quaint place to stay. Breakfast was filling and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful and immaculate. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quaint Inn within walking and driving of the Santa Barbara beach. Nice continental breakfast. Private and protected interior courtyard was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean, comfortable quiet room. Nice continental breakfast, several good options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance of restaurants and harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and costumers oriented. Great location as well as quiet. I was planning for 1 night but extended my stay for another night . Will plan to stay there in my next trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff very friendly and full of info and the continental breakfast was better than most hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great and so was management they catered to our needs. The room was clean, pool was nice, and the free wine was a plus. If we ever go back to Santa Barbra this is the place we will stay and so should you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic Santa Barbara hotel. The staff are friendly, the vibe is cool.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mizuho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast options, very accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Happy hour. Very friendly staff. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So peaceful and lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to everything. Very clean room. Good breakfast. Easy parking. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shabana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wouldn’t stay here for the breakfast but more for the ease of how close it is to the wharf and downtown. The property is super peaceful and feels like a perfect getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was friendly. The afternoon cookies were great. Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here! Our room was clean and very spacious. The room had a kitchenette would be great for longer stays. The guy at the front desk was very nice as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great charming in with wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice large room. Everything worked and it was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, nice perks such as wine, cheese, cookies
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy walk to the beach, friendly staff, clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026