Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, walk to Santa Barbara City College
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Inn By The Harbor

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Front of property - evening/night
Beach nearby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Free daily continental breakfast
Free daily continental breakfast

Overview of Inn By The Harbor

9.2

Wonderful

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Santa Barbara.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Popular LocationThe Brewhouse4 min walk
  • Popular LocationRudy's Mexican Restaurant4 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Station9 min walk
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)11 min drive

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Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

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

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor is located in Santa Barbara Beach, a neighborhood in Santa Barbara, and is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center, while Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Santa Barbara City College and Leadbetter Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 8 min walk
  • Leadbetter Beach - 14 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 17 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chad’s - 9 min walk
  • The Cruisery - 12 min walk
  • Finney's Crafthouse - 12 min walk
  • Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - 14 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Roasting Company - 11 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
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, express check-out, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
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 comfortable, spacious 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

Languages

English, Spanish

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–10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

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 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn By The Harbor have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

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

As of Mar 19, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on Mar 21, 2024 start from CA $277.49, excluding 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 Inn By The Harbor pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Inn By The Harbor?

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.

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1036 out of 1551 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 349 out of 1551 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 102 out of 1551 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1551 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1551 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was nice and welcoming. The place was clean and we enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasant surprise when we initially pulled in. The 2 Queen bed was spacious and the kitchen was an unexpected addition. Overall the room was very clean, and well kept. The beds were decently comfortable. But when we walked in the air in the room was musty and the bathroom had a lingering smell of urine. We were able to air out the room but the bathroom while it looked very clean had a terrible smell. We opened window as much as possible but when window was open people could walk by and see in to the bathroom. Could not get the smell to go away. The property amenities were nice, they had a happy hour each night and the continental breakfast was good for starting the morning off. The location was an easy walk to the beach about 10 minutes. Biggest complaint was the road to enter the parking lot was very busy and lots of traffic. But you could not hear the noises of the road from the room. Not generally a fan of motel style of walk up to the doors or of shared balconys, but it felt safe and we were able to safely open the back door to aid in airing out the room. Overall we had a pleasant experience and hindsight we should have said something about the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s an old motel. Pretty worn down and not a nice walk to town. There are way nicer places for the same cost. Pretty plantings in the courtyard though.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Really enjoyed the evening wine hour, and the breakfast was good. The complimentary champagne in the room was also a nice touch. Our only concern was there was some hair (not ours!) in the wall in the bathroom, which raises concerns about cleanliness, but otherwise it was a good stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super comfortable bed and the outside was very nicely landscaped
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great home base to explore Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Juli

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is definitely not a $300/night hotel. With the apartments basically right next to the property, which were very run down, In addition to the run down property itself, it just was not what we were imagining, even with the pictures. Seemed like a different property than what I looked at online. The person who checked us in was extremely nice and also the one who came to our room to deliver a sparkling cider. This isn't their issue that the property isn't as it appears online. Disappointed to say the least especially after spending $300 on a less than 24 hour stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our weekend getaway, quiet , friendly staff. Definitely will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mary, Santa Monica

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property that has had some updates. The room, bed, pillows, and furniture were very comfortable. The bathroom could have been cleaner (some mildew under the faucet and soap dish in the tub). The landscaping was very lush and beautiful with camellias, azaleas and succulents everywhere. The staff at thew front desk were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5