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Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Santa Barbara City College

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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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
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, Mobility Accessible

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

Deluxe Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(78 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • 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
  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 17 min walk - 1.4 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
  • ‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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

Inn Harbor
Inn Harbor Santa Barbara
Harbor Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor Hotel Santa Barbara
Inn By The Harbor Hotel
Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara
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 May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on May 27, 2026 start from CA $299, 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. 1253 out of 1842 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 1842 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 1842 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1842 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1842 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms. Everything including is above average which is great for the price. Staff is always helpful. Free parking is a big help too. Basically the best you can hope for with an affordable stay that doesn’t suddenly have added costs like parking.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yifan, Philadelphia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. High-quality furniture and cozy atmosphere. Love it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jodee

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Michelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and promptly cleaned every morning. The courtyard is adorable—lots of foliage, pool and jacuzzi, umbrellas and green. Very quiet and relaxing in the jacuzzi every morning. The breakfast was very good as well, a few steps up from continental for sure. My only issue came with my room key, which very easily was erased whenever it got anywhere near my cell phone. Tried to keep them apart but had to get a new keycard 6 times during my 5 night stay. Technology upgrade would take care of that issue. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shirlynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location, cute room and property. Nice hotel staff at front deck and maintenance crew, they alway had a smile to give.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ka

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Helle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Kind staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was wonderful. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

michael

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

hugo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jobie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round. Friendly welcome, helpful and very Comfortable beds! Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

purvee

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, very friendly and attentive staff, nice garden and pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff, well maintained courtyard, comfortable bed & convenient location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe. Clean and had everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Bless

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, bike rentals, cleanliness. One thing is that the hot tub had a slight odor that didn’t smell to great. Could have been the people who used it prior but that was kind of annoying. Also my shower had very strong pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and made up every day. It was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, compton

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The amenities were the main reason why we chose this hotel. We enjoyed the quiet and secluded courtyard with pool and hot tub. Having access to cruiser bikes at their sister hotel next door was great!! We also enjoyed the continental breakfast. The breakfast bar was always stocked and well maintained. The staff was pleasant and gave us helpful recommendations.The rooms were clean. Free parking was a plus. These little extras personally saved us a good amount of money that we could spend on other activities and a nice dinner out. The hotel is a little bit off the main area, but we had no problem walking or biking to whatever we wanted to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Travelled with family
Room could’ve been cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with partner
Our room had a musty (moldy?) odor. The room seemed clean enough but the tile in the bathroom was dirty in the corners. Generally, the exterior appeared nice but the pool area needs attention to detail and the circular staircase up to our room needed a good pressure washing. The breakfast was quite mediocre. The staff were pretty cursory.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, wine, cheese ans crackers when checking in. Free self parking, free bikes to ride around and breakfast included. Staff were very helpful. I
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Valarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at desk super helpful and friendly. Rooms updated and very clean. Free bike rentals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026