See all properties

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
VIP Access

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Inn By The Harbor

Exterior
Interior entrance
Free daily continental breakfast
Courtyard
Beach nearby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

View in a map
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
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 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
Learn more about VIP AccessOpens in a new window

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Similar properties

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, 1,294 reviews
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Santa Barbara City College
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a 24-hour business center. 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 center.
Inn By The Harbor offers 42 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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 City College. 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
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and bike rentals
  • Guests have really good things to say about the accommodations, from the spaciousness and overall comfort to the comfy beds and cleanliness
  • Steps from Santa Barbara City College and 3 minutes by foot from Carriage and Western Art Museum
Inn By The Harbor offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center 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 Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served 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
  • 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 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

  • 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 cribs (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, 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
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 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. 1249 out of 1792 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 366 out of 1792 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1792 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1792 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1792 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

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay , everything was great, the only complaint is the WiFi connection, but no big deal, we were here to relax. Enjoyed their pool and hot tub, free breakfast, free tea time cheese and wine. Convenience location, one block to the ocean. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

6/10 Okay

Siheng

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was overall a decent stay. Quiet and clean. Lobby is cute, staffs are very friendly, bed is comfortable, kitchen in the room is fully equipped. Cons: pool is smaller than in the pic, the property is not by the harbor, it is just close to
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This property is older and on the small side, but a charming Mediterranean gem. It’s more of a “motel” style property with exterior doors and concrete steps to the second floor, which I am not really used to but it grew on me right away as it seemed nostalgic. For its age, it is well cared for with a cozy courtyard and pool. It offers a wine reception daily and free continental breakfast. The staff was very friendly. The room that we had was dated in regards to the furniture but it was clean with a comfortable bed. It was an easy 15 minute walk to the wharf and beach, and a 20 min walk to State Street/Funk Zone. I probably wouldn’t walk at night but it felt safe during the day. Overall a great place for the value.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for the money

Very close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren, Anaheim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lea

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 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

Maricela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is such a great and convenient value. It’s beautiful, clean and pleasantly practical. The staff is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

lena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great service, good location, decent breakfast. Room is old but clean. Immediate surrounding area is not great, but it’s 5 min drive to downtown or the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely well kept hotel

Great place. Good location. Small hotel. Big rooms. Happy hour upon arrival & check in. Breakfast with table sitting out front. Clean & well kept. Loved our overnight stay. Would definitely come back. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

8/10 Good

Amy

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This is a great place to stay.

This is such a charming hotel..smaller and quaint with great customer service. If I had to be nit picky, I would request more protein for breakfast besides the egg frittata.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved my stay here, the staff were friendly and nice, my room was very comfortable, the furniture and finishes a bit dated but in great condition and very clean. Perfect location and a really good breakfast buffet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! No complaints
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025