Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
VIP Access

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Interior entrance
Lobby
Courtyard
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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

King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Deluxe

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Accessible Queen Deluxe

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

King Deluxe with Patio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Harbor Pool Suite

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(97 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Queen Deluxe

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Inn By The Harbor

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 a 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. 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 a 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 cleanliness to the comfy beds and overall comfort
  • Steps from Santa Barbara City College and Carriage and Western Art Museum
Inn By The Harbor offers its guests an outdoor pool, a 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 3.5-star 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 (53 centimetre high)
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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. 1268 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1861 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1861 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quick and easy check-in, friendly and courteous staff, nice room and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean and pleasant rooms, cute happy hour, and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place with good coffee in the morning, friendly staff, clean room and good location. Onsite parking and pool very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, good pool area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Welcoming staff, well maintained courtyard, comfortable bed & convenient location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, very friendly and attentive staff, nice garden and pool area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, staff was great and attentive as well as great price for room and breakfast included!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, lovely interior garden and pool area. Breakfast was nice, staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice facilities, family feel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay as always! We’ll be back again soon. Wonderful atmosphere and delicious breakfast. Love using their bikes!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff great location. Lovely time and spacious rooms
Verified

10/10 Excellent

xin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, good breakfast, wine happy hour, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, helpful staff and the room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giancarlo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lovely area, clean room, comfortable bed, all around an excellent experience. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was amazing. Room was nice too and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience was wonderful. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Room was clean and the staff was very curtious. The only thing i recommend is having a full size ironing board. We love staying in Santa Barbara. Your Hotel is so close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Liked that it was close to the beach and other areas
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely stay! Staff was great, the location was perfect and I’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joaquin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful. Love the friendly staff, comfy, clean, fully renovated rooms. Mickey was the most amazing front desk clerk, concierge!!!! Great hospitality from all, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026