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Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property

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Exterior
Courtyard
Interior entrance
Free daily continental breakfast
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
$191
$167 nightly
$191 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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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)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 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
(86 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the neighborhood

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 - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

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 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 (21 inches high)
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Reviews

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1247 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 365 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1787 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for the money

Very close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren, Anaheim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aditya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maricela

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

10/10 Excellent

Gary Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is such a great and convenient value. It’s beautiful, clean and pleasantly practical. The staff is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

lena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great service, good location, decent breakfast. Room is old but clean. Immediate surrounding area is not great, but it’s 5 min drive to downtown or the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely well kept hotel

Great place. Good location. Small hotel. Big rooms. Happy hour upon arrival & check in. Breakfast with table sitting out front. Clean & well kept. Loved our overnight stay. Would definitely come back. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beakfast and happy hour were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central location, quaint property, super clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is a great place to stay.

This is such a charming hotel..smaller and quaint with great customer service. If I had to be nit picky, I would request more protein for breakfast besides the egg frittata.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved my stay here, the staff were friendly and nice, my room was very comfortable, the furniture and finishes a bit dated but in great condition and very clean. Perfect location and a really good breakfast buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amon

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! No complaints
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany, San Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At first glance I was unsure as the front of the hotel is on a Main Street, but once you step inside it’s very quiet. Front staff were very welcoming. There’s a daily happy hour with wine and cheese and crackers. They do have a breakfast but we didn’t partake. Great breakfast restaurants around! Room was huge with a kitchen! Sister hotel next door allowed us to use their bikes so we got to go ride around town. Pool and spa was quiet and lovely! Very walkable to State St and the beach. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized quiet rooms with kitchenette. AC.Good breakfast Small pool
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025