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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
Courtyard
Free daily continental breakfast
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$449
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

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433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Leadbetter Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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 cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(83 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)

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 - 0.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

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 - ‬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

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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
  • 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

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
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

  • 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 7 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on 2 Sept 2025 start from NZ$448.64, 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. 1171 out of 1662 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1662 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1662 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1662 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1662 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

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable but noisy

Our room was comfortable and spacious but there was a lot of noise from the upstairs room, chairs being dragged across the floor, heavy footsteps, loud voices. The noise woke us up every morning. Otherwise, staff were great, breakfast excellent, good location, comfortable beds, and good AC. Ask for second floor room!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

Caryn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in for a wedding and only stayed one night. Fortunately for us the front desk was able to get us in the room early and were all friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

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

Our coastal getaways are important.

A brief sojourn to Santa Barbara for a documentary showing at the Lobero.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

2 night state at Inn By The Harbor

Nice location, clean. Nicely updated motel. Breakfast was good, but got repetitive. Rotating hot items, such as breakfast burrito halves from the nearby Rudy's Mexican restaurant would be big upgrade from Costco frittatas. My wife liked the squishy down pillows, however, for me it was like sleeping with a beach towel in the pillow case. The motel style air conditioners were noisy to sleep by, otherwise room became stuffy Those were the only negatives. It was nice parking our car near the room and we weren't bothered by car or neighbor noise. Appreciated the wine and cheese/crackers in the afternoon. Courtyard landscaping was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Very nice room. Staff helpful. Grounds very well kept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward, Portland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was like paradise. It has a beautiful interior courtyard filled with plants and palm trees. Breakfast was somewhat typical but the desk staff was very helpful in helping you find the best places to eat and explore.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had everything we needed, and I loved that it was quiet, and clean. You can park right out front, and the area was very walkable and safe. The lobby is a little small for the breakfast but you’re around so many good restaurants it doesn’t matter. We also had a kitchen in our room which was great, and the room overall was nice! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Ronaldo Renato, Fremont

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room upgrade provided is roomy and contributed to our relaxing, wonderful vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renate

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Just perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S San

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

Trip with Mom and the girls

We had a lovely stay, we had a problem with our room on the top level, Child's disability and staff swiftly changed our room. The ambiance upon arrival with great, friendly face, music and cookies, wine. Perfection! Our room, super clean, the layout with kitchen was great. Kids were able to make their usual quick noodles and we reheated dinners from the night before, travel tip ;) Thank you Inn By the Harbor!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

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

Lovely Stay

The room and bathroom were very nice, just like pictures. It could have used some better quality pillows but other than that it was lovely. Breakfast choices were great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La cama muy cómoda y la comida para la mañana deliciosa.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linzi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The courtyard garden was super pretty. The kids enjoyed the pool. The room was comfortable. Happy Hour was a nice touch! Having breakfast included was welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Young

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

4/10 Poor

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It is not ocean front or ocean view. Carpet was gross. Furniture dated. Many spots on the ceiling and wall that were noticeably patched. Bedside table drawer would not stay closed. Kitchen area clean and new. Breakfast was dry pastries, egg bites, oatmeal, yogurt fruit and coffee. Soooo noisy on a busy street- garbage truck empty garbage in parking lot at 600am. Staff was friendly and nice. Beautiful flowers throughout property. Expected more from pictures and rating. Disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalba

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a simple Hotel, it has everything you need, really great customer service. Will definitely comeback.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lisette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the free upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property landscaping was beautiful! Staff was great! Nice continental breakfast and great free happy hour snacks and drinks. Noisy toilet. Thin walls, could hear neighbor snoring.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was excellent. I would highly recommend it to anybody.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gladys, Albany

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cheap motel dressed up with Spanish tiles so they can charge a fortune. Location is marginal. Good 20 minutes to State street, the main promenade in Santa Barbara. Rooms are basic. Don’t be fooled by the pictures. Lobby and stairs are your standard cheap motel size. Evening wine is served with cheapest of wines with cheap pepper Jack and cheap marbled mild cheddar with no flavor. Breakfast, well your standard motel fare. This hotel is ok if you pay $150/night not for $350/night Stay in more central location for that price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

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

A wonderful find

Wonderful find in a great location for exploring Santa Barbara and the staff could not have been more welcoming….wonderfully comfortable bed and the complimentary breakfast and happy hour wine and cheese was wonderful….could not recommend this delightful hotel highly enough !!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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