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Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Santa Barbara City College

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Beach nearby
Free daily continental breakfast
Courtyard
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chad’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Cruisery - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel near Santa Barbara City College
Located close to Carriage and Western Art Museum and Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Inn By The Harbor provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and a front-desk safe
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, pool, and central location
Room features
All guestrooms at Inn By The Harbor have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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

Does Inn By The Harbor have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

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

As of Jul 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on Jul 2, 2025 start from $268.55, 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.

Is Inn By The Harbor pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Inn By The Harbor?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inn By The Harbor located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College and Carriage and Western Art Museum. Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Harbor are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1149 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1622 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angelann

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to a lot of places and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall nice location close to downtown 15 mins walk to restaurants n shops
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Great kitchen area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good free breakfast bar, nice pool and hot tub, free bikes to ride the city. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, staff, nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cozy inn close to the beach with beautiful landscaping A very nice breakfast and wonderful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, clean and very relaxed setting!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little place. We would definitely stay there again, and recommend to friends.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice hotel, great breakfast, bikes to use, great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean and staff was so friendly and helpful. A hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice updated room and very clean. Lovely courtyard with pool and hottub. Nice happy hour.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the property and staff Breakfast so homey and delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you're looking for a place to stay with a very relaxing ambiance, this place is for you. The courtyard is very pretty, resort-type vibes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very memorable short trip to Santa Barbara
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and made a big effort to ensure we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My dear friend and I had an excellent stay at inn by the harbor. The room was just the style we were looking for. Beds were incredibly comfortable. Staff was helpful. It was quiet and restful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained property and landscaping. The staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sam at the front desk was fantastic. Very helpful and welcoming. Our room was clean, soft bed, and love the robes and free bubbly. The pool and hot tub, the wine social, I really love the way the staff goes above and beyond for their guests. I highly recommend staying here if visiting Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place, romantic and beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025