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Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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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
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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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 - 11 min walk - 1.0 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
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel near Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara
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 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. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 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

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1278 out of 1862 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 392 out of 1862 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1862 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1862 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1862 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was absolutely charming!!! Immediately walking into a " beach oasis"!!!🏖⛴️⛱️ The amenities were great, the shower, outstanding, and the queen bed, beyond comfortable. Sam, the Front Guest Agent was so professional, knowledgeable and so plesant and kind!!! Can't wait to book time at this lovely location soon!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a "beautiful" room!!! So spacious, clean, awesome shower, bed suer comfortable!!! A wonderful experience!!!! Very accommodating and kind staff!!!! 4 Stars!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary, Great Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, good breakfast, wine happy hour, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, courteous staff. Great location close to harbor as noted
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Chris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is falsely advertised, the rooms are old and dated. It felt like a 1 star motel. The staff was helpful and friendly and hotel is walkable to the downtown area. Would probably stay at a renovated hotel on next visit to SB.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Seiederoghieh

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Daly City

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
The staff were nice and helpful, I was not expecting the property to be as old as it was. The room was clean but needed updating.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mickey from the front desk was awesome! He gave us great dinner recommendations & made sure we felt welcomed at the property! We would definitely return to the property because of his excellent service! Everything was a breeze!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was in good condition but smelled musty. It has a wall AC unit which maybe be why.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice sized room with wonderful kitchen!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antim

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a classic old California motel. The rooms are modest, yet meticulously clean, and exceptionally comfortable. The staff is excellent, from front desk to housekeeping to breakfast service. Wine and cheese happy hour is well done with good wine, cheese and crackers. This is not a five star hotel, but a five star classic accommodation. Highly recommend. Very walkable to harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All the staff we connected with at the Inn and Brisa’s were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very nice. Warm cookies awaited us on arrival. Wine and cheese in the afternoon. A quaint little spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a bit of an old hotel but nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is good at what it does and the rooms are large and clean and the staff seemed really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shania

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and well cleaned . Just that the TOLIET wasn’t cleaned properly for 2 nights
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the staff were friendly, the rooms were clean the grounds are cute
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hotel has a great photographer. Room was nice and staff is great. Not sure this property deserves its 9.2 Wonderful. I’d give it a solid 8. Lots of Astro turf throughout…next to some funky apartments and the unit we stayed in had a giant wooden wall of nothing behind it. Seems to be a pretty good value for Santa Barbara so maybe that’s the wonderful. Still paid $$+
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

gary douglas

Travelled with family
Not really in the Harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winfield

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Astrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great service, got courtesy upgrade which was super convenient due to dietary restrictions. Has laundry onsite - super convenient too!! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025