Inn By The Harbor

Property class: 3.5

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A large, two-story building with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained garden.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a pergola with vines, and a view of greenery.
A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with chairs and a table, a sofa, and a fireplace.
A table with a pitcher, wine glasses, and snacks by a window with a view of palm trees and a building.
A pathway flanked by lush greenery and palm trees, leading to a building with a tiled roof.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

The current price is $265
$232 nightly
$265 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

Room options

King Room

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

King Deluxe

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible Queen Deluxe

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

King Deluxe with Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Harbor Pool Suite

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

Queen room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(100 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Queen Deluxe

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

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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 Carriage and Western Art Museum. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 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
  • West Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

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
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

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.

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. 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. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
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

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

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1315 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 414 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1944 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1944 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Constantin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay, everything walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alysa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sonny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great location, great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing!!!!rooms, wine and cheese , breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yaroslav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable place in a very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Room looked and smelled clean, cute wine and ch rear happy hour, close enough to walk to lots of attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay, clean and comfortable and opposite the beach which was lovely. Welcoming staff, quiet location and a nice heated pool that was fairy lit at night (and a fire in the shared lounge to warm up besides afterwards)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our visit exceeded our expectations. Very nice staff, good continental breakfast and a nice little happy hour. Conveniently located yet in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room, very comfortable beds, clean, we enjoyed the pool and hot tub and rented bikes to ride around Santa Barbara. A little further from the Harbor than I realized, but ultimately a great place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zaneta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! Clean room, good food, friendly and kind staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They’ve done a great job turning this into an upgraded motel. Great location, plenty of room, clean and a great little kitchenette. The complimentary bikes are a great amenity!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clarke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Excellent Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Esin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Quaint place. Fun place to stay. Real basic not fancy, great service:
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sharyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. The property is beautiful and immaculate. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant staff, and a quaint place to stay. Breakfast was filling and tasty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, clean, comfortable quiet room. Nice continental breakfast, several good options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance of restaurants and harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quaint Inn within walking and driving of the Santa Barbara beach. Nice continental breakfast. Private and protected interior courtyard was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff very friendly and full of info and the continental breakfast was better than most hotels.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virgilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms clean shower. 0.3 miles from downtown Santa Barbara. Walkable from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and costumers oriented. Great location as well as quiet. I was planning for 1 night but extended my stay for another night . Will plan to stay there in my next trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026