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Harbor View Inn

Property class: 3.5

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Santa Barbara Beach is calling, and Harbor View Inn answers with a warm welcome. Enjoy the poolside bar, unwind in the sauna or 2 spa tubs, and connect to free in-room WiFi. Explore scuba diving opportunities or stroll through the garden; previous guests rave about this hotel’s beach locale and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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City Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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City Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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(9 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Harbor View Inn is in Santa Barbara Beach, a walkable area in Santa Barbara with great shopping. Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center and Santa Barbara Channel. Traveling with kids? Consider Santa Barbara Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Santa Barbara Bowl. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, hiking/biking trails, and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • blue sky over Santa Barbara coastline
    West Beach
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stearns Wharf
    Stearns Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • SantaBarbara_SantaBarbaraCityCollege_6177286_03
    Santa Barbara City College
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station
    6 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • SB Biergarten
    4 min walk
  • Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen
    3 min walk
  • Chad’s
    5 min walk
  • Santa Barbara FisHouse
    8 min walk

About this property

Harbor View Inn

Family-friendly hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
Take advantage of a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Harbor View Inn. With amenities like a beachfront location and scuba diving, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the 2 hot tubs. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Self parking (surcharge), multilingual staff, and an elevator
  • A gift shop, ATM/banking services, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale, helpful staff, and first-rate property condition
Room features
All 139 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, spacious rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out fee: USD 100.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property 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
3 children, up to the age of 15 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Harbor View Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Harbor View Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 32 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Harbor View Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Harbor View Inn?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for USD 100.00.

Where is Harbor View Inn located?

Nestled on the beach, this Santa Barbara Beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of West Beach and Santa Barbara Harbor. Stearns Wharf and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation are also within 5 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Harbor View Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 735 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service
Location was perfect for walking around Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

nice room, nice staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Harbor View is a great place to stay that's right on the beach. Very clean and quiet. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. They advertise a poolside bar, but we discovered it doesn't open until Memorial Day. Other than that we had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were beautiful and large. We were in a back building that was a block from the main hotel entrance but the bell hop brought our bags to our room which was nice. The pool is smaller than I thought and bar was not open. The location is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent staff. Wonderful interior design.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location was perfect, literally right in front of stern’s wharf. Staff was nice and the rooms were clean. Just be aware that there is two buildings. The main building and the north building. The north building isn’t on the beach, but is just a few minutes walk or a 30 second drive from the main building
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JohnB

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very courteous and rooms very nice. Great view and easy access to beach..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great view was great staff was great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Srecko

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice room, amenities, and easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved the hotel. The location was great! Walkable to everything and it’s right across the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Korinna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first stay at Harbor View Inn..and it won’t be our last! The staff were very friendly & helpful. Parking was easy to access. A major plus is the property is right next to Jeannine’s! Best breakfast spot in SB! The room was beautiful! Super clean with beautiful views. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cozy inn near the beach. excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location and the new building. Everything was excellent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Harborview Inn Hotel. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and the grounds were well kept. The location is a huge plus—you’re right across from the beach and within easy walking distance to restaurants and shops. We also enjoyed the pool and sauna, which were both nice and relaxing. The only downside was that the hotel buildings are split across from each other, so you do have to walk a bit to get to the pool. Other than that, it was a pleasant stay and a great spot if you want to be close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, view of the ocean, close to varied dining options, relaxing environment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location was across from the beach and close to restaurants and shops. Room was large and the bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean rooms, great location and great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was spacious super clean the shower was clean and very big if I go back to Santa Barbara I will stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perhaps the best hotel we stayed in US, even beats most of the 5-star hotels. The room is large and spacious, the bathroom has walk-in show stall which is almost hard to find in U.S., something already a household feature for many decades. The staff are friendly and helpful and the location is simply perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great location, spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and grounds were well maintained. Convenient to restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and quiet. Rooms were clean and modern. Great shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We travel frequently, staying in countless hotels over the years, The HarborView Santa Barbara hotel sets the bar high with attention to detail from cleanliness & friendly staff. Definitely will stay there again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was extremely clean and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a very nice stay at this property. It's right across the street from the ocean. Has a lot of places to eat close by and the staff was helpful and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025