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Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Butterfly Beach

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Outdoor pool
Interior
Exterior
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Balcony

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

City Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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City Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

City Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

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

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(44 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Santa Barbara

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll find Stearns Wharf and Santa Barbara Harbor. West Beach and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Harbor View Inn

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Butterfly Beach
As a guest of Harbor View Inn, you'll find 2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A children's pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Harbor View Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 139 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Harbor View Inn offers 139 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out fee: USD 100.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property 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 3 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Up to 3 children 15 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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harbor View Inn to the airport?

Harbor View Inn is 10.6 mi (15-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 Harbor View Inn?

As of Jul 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor View Inn on Jul 13, 2026 start from CA $493, 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 Harbor View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harbor View Inn.

How close is Harbor View Inn to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harbor View Inn offer free breakfast?

Harbor View Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harbor View Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Harbor View Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Harbor View Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 32 per night.

Does Harbor View Inn have a pool?

Harbor View Inn features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Harbor View Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Harbor View Inn to downtown Santa Barbara?

Harbor View Inn is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Harbor View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 732 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 173 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort located right across the street from the wharf. Nice pool area. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was awesome…rooms very nice and pool area was perfect. Location was ideal for walking to restaurants and the wharf. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RAMIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service
Location was perfect for walking around Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

nice room, nice staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and staff is amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed every minute of my stay at Harbor View Inn. The rooms are comfortable, quiet and very clean. Staff members are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the new North wing and it was fantastic. Everything was beautifully appointed, quiet and convenient to the both the beach and shops. There is a nice small gift shop with exactly what we needed and very reasonable prices. If we visit again, we will definitely stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spotless and the hotel staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints, very nice hotel and brand new it seemed. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel is very nice, centrally located. rooms are spacious, and clean. nice tub, shower was clean, but no shelves for shampoo etc or towel hook near shower. overall nice hotel and decent value
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are large and some with high ceilings. The location is excellent. Some areas have views of the ocean and all properties are with in 5 minute walking distance of nice restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful, independently owned inn located in the center of a very walkable area. The room was recently renovated and felt like we were the first guests due to its spotless appearance. The staff was kind and helpful. The pool and spa were lovely amenities. Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large rooms, clean facility, easy parking, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Giorgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel position
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, friendly staff, great location in the heart of SB. Near Stearn’s Wharf, nice restaurants and is only 2 blocks from Amtrak train station. The room was large, clean, comfy, appointed with extra nice toiletries, plush towels and a superbly comfortable bed. Nice balcony and pool area. This hotel is a gem!!!
Entrance is across from the beach
My room
View from my balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very spacious, beautifully decorated, clean and close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Sahar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel is beautiful and in the perfect location! The only reason I didn’t give 5 starts is the room is nothing special and I had a deluxe room but our balcony was closed in and facing state street which was fantastic. This will be our new go to hotel for Sant Barbara. Great staff as well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Srecko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JohnB

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very courteous and rooms very nice. Great view and easy access to beach..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent staff. Wonderful interior design.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026