Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property

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Lobby
Reception
Interior entrance
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$327
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May

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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

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor places you steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Santa Barbara City College. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

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.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
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.

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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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 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
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. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Inn By The Harbor?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Inn By The Harbor?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on 28 May 2026 start from AU$327, 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 Inn By The Harbor?

Yep, Inn By The Harbor has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Inn By The Harbor?

Yep, Inn By The Harbor is a short 15-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking and sailing.

Does Inn By The Harbor have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Inn By The Harbor has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Inn By The Harbor a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Inn By The Harbor.

Is Inn By The Harbor family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Inn By The Harbor is a hit with families.

Does Inn By The Harbor serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers highly rate the free continental breakfast here! Offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inn By The Harbor?

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

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inn By The Harbor?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1260 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1852 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1852 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

8/10 Good

Linda

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great vibe. Clean and had everything I needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great experience. Mickey and the staff were very professional, friendly and helpful and obviously love what they do. Thanks for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bless

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, bike rentals, cleanliness. One thing is that the hot tub had a slight odor that didn’t smell to great. Could have been the people who used it prior but that was kind of annoying. Also my shower had very strong pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and made up every day. It was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, compton

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The amenities were the main reason why we chose this hotel. We enjoyed the quiet and secluded courtyard with pool and hot tub. Having access to cruiser bikes at their sister hotel next door was great!! We also enjoyed the continental breakfast. The breakfast bar was always stocked and well maintained. The staff was pleasant and gave us helpful recommendations.The rooms were clean. Free parking was a plus. These little extras personally saved us a good amount of money that we could spend on other activities and a nice dinner out. The hotel is a little bit off the main area, but we had no problem walking or biking to whatever we wanted to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Travelled with family
Room could’ve been cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Mark

Travelled with partner
Our room had a musty (moldy?) odor. The room seemed clean enough but the tile in the bathroom was dirty in the corners. Generally, the exterior appeared nice but the pool area needs attention to detail and the circular staircase up to our room needed a good pressure washing. The breakfast was quite mediocre. The staff were pretty cursory.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, wine, cheese ans crackers when checking in. Free self parking, free bikes to ride around and breakfast included. Staff were very helpful. I
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Valarie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at desk super helpful and friendly. Rooms updated and very clean. Free bike rentals.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Darlene

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. The room needs a couple of chairs to sit in besides this dining set. Not comfortable for relaxing or watching TV. Hotel location is great. Close to everything and right off the highway. Staff was very friendly and recommended a couple of very good restaurants. Plantings in the garden are very nice and well manicured.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lynn

the room was beautifully decorated and very clean. We did have a little problem with ants during our stay. The staff was very pleasant. The courtyard was very pleasant with lots of camellias and ferns.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice and clean. Staff very, very pleasant and accommodating. Breakfast and the happy offerings were more than expected and welcomed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The photos online make it look much nicer than it actually is. This is not a resort. It's a motel. It sits right next to a busy city street so the inner courtyard where you access your room is it's saving grace. The fitness room is at the motel next door and is only open from 9am to 6pm. Same hours for the laundry room. Neither are useful if you check in at 4pm and leave after an early breakdown in the morning. The best part was the nicely remodeled room with comfortable beds and linens.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much! Everything is good!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mubashara

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Christina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026