Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Courtyard
Beach nearby
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Hot tub

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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
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Santa Barbara City College
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a 24-hour business centre. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include Access to hot tub, coffee/tea in a common area and a business centre.
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.

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

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

The free breakfast at Inn By The Harbor gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym and bicycles to rent
  • Guests have really good things to say about the accommodation, from the spaciousness and overall comfort to the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Steps from Santa Barbara City College and 3 minutes on foot from Carriage and Western Art Museum
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.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 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
  • 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.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1200 out of 1702 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1702 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1702 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1702 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1702 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

Lynley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
More breakfast choices
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My wife and myself were celebrating our anniversary. We had a wonderful time at the Hotel, the staff was amazing and always welcoming. Thank you! We will book again with your hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

K

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Initial check-in experience made me question my choice as the person at the reception made me quite uncomfortable. However the room itself and the charm of the hotel compensated the initial hesitation. Breakfast - small selection but tasty. Clean and spacious room. Added bonus - free bike rental. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff make us feel very welcome and spent extra time asking what brought us to the area. Wine and cheese in the lobby in the evening was nice. We also loved tge little area out side where you could eat breakfast. Outside vegetation was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rogelio

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean and staff was so friendly and helpful. A hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

MICHAEL JUDE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room. King bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and excellent customer service!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

FRANK, Rowland Heights

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will stay at this hotel for sure on next time visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

10/10 Excellent

donald

Travelled with partner
Loved the wine & food
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maegan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arpi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, friendly staff and very clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jens

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pleasant place to stay. clean, quiet.nonsmoking and good amenities. jk
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dreaming of a return visit! Thank you for the upgrade. Everything about our stay was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Weihao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sayed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a very memorable short trip to Santa Barbara
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean and great evening wine and snacks and great breakfast. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully maintained property and landscaping. The staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zarmenee

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and well-appointed. My husband says that the beds and pillows were exceptional. Beautiful city.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025