Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Courtyard
Free daily continental breakfast
Interior entrance
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

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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, West Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the area

Santa Barbara

With a stay at Inn By The Harbor in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), you'll be steps from Santa Barbara City College and 3 minutes by foot from Carriage and Western Art Museum. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Moreton Bay Fig Tree and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • West Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 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) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Santa Barbara City College
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.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 42 guestrooms featuring DVD players and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and complimentary use of a nearby fitness facility.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre

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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (53 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1228 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 358 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1753 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1753 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

6/10 Okay

Michel

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The free breakfast is surprisingly very good, but the breakfast area can get cramped at rush breakfast hour. The rooms have a 1980 feeling, the bathroom and shower were fine. The bed and the pillows were too soft.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this Hotel. Lovely staff. Wonderful location, close to restaurants and walking distance to beach. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property with an amazing staff. Very welcoming, will definitely return for another visit.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, well maintained and beautiful! Sam at front office was great! 100% coming back
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay, cute inn and rooms. The parking was the only difficult situation but great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, nice and clean. Had a great nights sleep. Bed very comfortable. Easy onsite parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Free wine with room. Complimenty happy hour.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
It was close to the place I had for the family meeting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler, Cardiff By The Sea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
M the employees were very nice and accommodating, and the breakfast was ample and delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Samantha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. The property is well manicured, the staff friendly and snacks provided adequate. The only complaint would be the outdated room. It could use a little renovating. We were able to walk to harbor and downtown. Grabbing an uber was super easy too
Courtyard
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property that is near or bike riding distance from moat SB activities. I would recommend. Nice staff and comfortable bed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Not upgraded/bad room given
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Alex

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality/price ratio is very low
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great easy property with convenient walkable experiences nearby fantastic views
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

majid

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

8/10 Good

Sadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is well maintained & the staff is very attentive, flexible & friendly. The room was ample & nicely, yet modestly appointed. I had envisioned a more picturesque location but all in all in what’s a good value comparatively to the other sites
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, and the beach. The room was spacious and newly renovated. There is a nice pool surrounded by lovely trees and flowering bushes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025