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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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Located near Santa Barbara City College, Inn By The Harbor offers a peaceful getaway with a continental breakfast, outdoor pool, spa tub, gym, multilingual staff, and dry cleaning services for added convenience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(86 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel near Santa Barbara City College
Located close to Carriage and Western Art Museum and Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Inn By The Harbor provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, pool, and central location
Room features
All guestrooms at Inn By The Harbor have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 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 crib
  • 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 center

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (21 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property 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, 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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

Does Inn By The Harbor have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Inn By The Harbor pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Harbor?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Inn By The Harbor?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Inn By The Harbor located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College and Carriage and Western Art Museum. Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Harbor are also within 10 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1246 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 369 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1787 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1787 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

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, courteous staff. Great location close to harbor as noted
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, the pool area was working and pleasant with all of the natural plants, our bed and bedding were comfortable, the shower was spacious, and the food for breakfast was decent. We enjoyed the hot tub and the pool area ambiance especially.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jacque

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room, landscape is beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained property, friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is good at what it does and the rooms are large and clean and the staff seemed really nice
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a bit of an old hotel but nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, beautiful gardens, lovely happy hour and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

veniamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for vacations, me and my wife liked the place very much and recomend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful courtyard between rooms and great jacuzzi and pool
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, friendly, great room!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay. Good location. Nothing too fancy but good bang for your buck
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aditya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mickey from the front desk was awesome! He gave us great dinner recommendations & made sure we felt welcomed at the property! We would definitely return to the property because of his excellent service! Everything was a breeze!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming property, friendly and helpful staff, blocks from beach and so many dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very central location, quaint property, super clean room!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location & clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beakfast and happy hour were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and quiet and staff were very helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great day very conveniently looking thank you so much for making all the things
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ther service was great and the garden was beautiful. The room was clean and it was close to all attractions including the beach and harbour
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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