Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Santa Barbara City College
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Front of property - evening/night
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Beach nearby
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$363
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

Explore the area

Map
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

At Inn By The Harbor you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Santa Barbara City College and Carriage and Western Art Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min walk
  • Leadbetter Beach - 14 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 17 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Santa Barbara City College
Inn By The Harbor offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre 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 centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Inn By The Harbor offers 42 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • Free 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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

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
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 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

  • 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 cots (infant beds)!

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
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 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 all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 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

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

What is the cancellation policy at Inn By The Harbor?

Inn By The Harbor offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on 17 Mar 2025 start from AU$362.54, including 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 parking available at Inn By The Harbor?

Yep, Inn By The Harbor has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Inn By The Harbor?

Yep, Inn By The Harbor is a short 14-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking and sailing.

Does Inn By The Harbor have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Inn By The Harbor has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Inn By The Harbor a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Inn By The Harbor.

Is Inn By The Harbor family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Inn By The Harbor is a hit with families.

Does Inn By The Harbor serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers highly rate the free continental breakfast here! Offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inn By The Harbor?

No, Inn By The Harbor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Inn By The Harbor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inn By The Harbor?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1094 out of 1539 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1539 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1539 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1539 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1539 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

10/10 Excellent

Janice, Corona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant front desk attendant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Esteban

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Listing Said A Bottle of Champange Givin at Check in and That wasn’t True also The Selection of Breakfast was Horrible
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property staff friendly room nice size our room had a kitchen awesome nice breakfast and wine happy hour even though the space for those were small it was nicely done.. definitely coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haregnesh

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with family
Walking distance to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALLISON

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that my room has a kitchen, and I like the SPA pool in the hotel. The front desk service is serious and professional. This is a very suitable hotel for vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Last minute holiday stay
This was a last minute one night stay with the family. It was clean though there was a smoke smell to one of the rooms. We loved the kitchenette and appreciated the afternoon cookies and cheese along with the continental breakfast. It was a little pricey for what it is but to be expected on a holiday weekend. The service was great and we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, intimate hotel in a great location for the beach, dining and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice. Beach is close by Service was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doralyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful surprise
We were pleasantly surprised by our king room - it had a full on kitchen, beautifully remodeled bathroom, comfortable bed and a slider to a gorgeous patio garden area. We loved the local wines and cheese at happy hour. But the breakfast was the best. Perfectly cooked oatmeal, blueberries, some sort of egg, spinach bites with green salsa, fresh ripened fruit cut up and displayed perfectly and pastries, bagels and cereal, yogurt cups with blueberries and granola available. Wonderful coffee. We left early in the morning having a wonderful rest and happy tummys. I filled up my water bottle with cucumber water. Love this adorable boutique hotel. Thank you! Thank you for doing it well.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was walking distance from the train, the wharf and restaurants/shopping on State Street. The staff was friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed our time there and will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qiang, San Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness
I double booked the hotel via two different Expedia accounts by mistake, totally forgot one of them. Front desk remind me that I have two active bookings and refunded me one of the reservations. Hotel is very nice, has heated swimming pool and hot jacuzzi, room is large, even has kitchen. I was greeted with a bottle of sparkling wine as Expedia VIP member.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen with all amenities and the staff was just lovely!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is clean and big
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rivany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay and the staff was above and beyond
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Xing, Concord

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good, moderately priced inn. Convenient for walking Santa Barbara, and easy walk to marina area. Decent breakfast, and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our new favorite in Santa Barbara
Check in was s breeze, great concierge service(all 3 days). We wanted the hot tub, and also got wine and cheese evenings and solid breakfast. Easy to beaches, easy to downtown. This was our 2nd stay, not our last.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, 2 blocks from the waterfront and within walking distance to many restaurants and places of interest. The property is well maintained, with onsite parking. Pool area is in the courtyard, quiet, and receives morning and afternoon sun. complimentary breakfast in the morning, and wine & cheese during happy hour. Also, there are 2 other sister properties close by guests are able to access including bikes. The room was very large with a kitchen and breakfast area, spacious bathroom, and updates amenities. Very clean, very attentive maid service. All staff were very friendly and helpful, and inquired at every opportunity if everything was okay, or if anything was needed. Overall, this was a great experience. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Larry

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Todd

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean & quite, Comfortable bed, Very good breakfast. Large selection pastries, quiche, oatmeal, fruit, coffee, tea. Property offers the use of bicycles to cruise along Santa Barbara Beach boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024