Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor

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Front of property
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$243
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec

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104 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, (2)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Queen Sofabed, Kitchen (118B)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (118C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (116A)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2015
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Harbor House Inn places you steps from West Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Santa Barbara Harbor. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include free use of bicycles, express check-out and free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Santa Barbara City College and Carriage and Western Art Museum.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Harbor House Inn

Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. Harbor House Inn also features multilingual staff, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Santa Barbara hotel.

  • 1 floor
  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Harbor House Inn offers 17 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, mobile payments and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara
Harbor House Santa Barbara
Harbor House Hotel Santa Barbara
Harbor House Inn Hotel
Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara
Harbor House Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Harbor House Inn?

Harbor House Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Harbor House Inn?

As of 27 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor House Inn on 2 Dec 2025 start from AU$243.32, 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 Harbor House Inn?

Yep, Harbor House Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Harbor House Inn?

Yep, Harbor House Inn is a short 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Harbor House Inn?

No, Harbor House Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Harbor House Inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Harbor House Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Harbor House Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 834 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 2a! It has lots of space and comfortable bed. The bath spa was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Junje

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We super enjoyed our stay! Thanks for keep the place so charming and lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This is a fantastic property in Santa Barbara. Location is great, beautiful room, beach gear likes chairs etc are on site as well as bikes. Staff was excellent. We will def be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Got to rent bikes and beach towels even after checkout. Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love Harbor House, cozy, clean so close to the beach. Love the staff and vibe very welcoming very professional always willing to answer any questions. Looking forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

The Harbor House Inn is our new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara. The staff The rooms are large and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jesica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! We will definitely come back during summer time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed there many times and always enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite with the kitchen and the bathtub was beautiful. The linens were soft, the bed comfortable. It has a vintage classic 1920's feel to it, that comes with a real metal key.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. We shall be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samaly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place and the wonderful lady was so nice when we check in. And we also got a room upgrade!! The room was so big and beautiful!!. The parking was easy, they also have free bike rentals. Everything is a walkinh distant very convenient!. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small lodge with nice suites close to the ocean and the Funk Zone. Filtered water and snacks are available in the office. Parking is limited and the walls are a little thin, but it's a comfortable room in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such nice people working there! The room and bathroom are spacious and the sheets on the bed are so, so comfortable! It is quiet and walkable to the beach and State St.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

EILEEN, Monterey Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay in this adorable boutique hotel with the friendliest staff around. They made excellent recommendations of where to eat and things to do. We would definitely pick this as our go to spot again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kati

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

10/10 Excellent

Yiqin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is so well appointed and only steps away from the beach. There is a kitchen and freshly grounded coffee, very large bathroom, definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Ivanka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked that the units had fully equipped kitchenette, good bed and the place was nicely clean. Shower needs a little improvement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024