Harbor View Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
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Garden
Balcony

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

City Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • City view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

City Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, City View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • City view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(25 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Room, 1 King Bed, Resort View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(43 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

On the beach.At this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of West Beach and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. Stearns Wharf and Reagan Ranch Center are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • West Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara City College - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 7 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rodeo Room - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara FisHouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Harbor View Inn

3.5-star beachfront hotel near Santa Barbara Harbor
As a guest of Harbor View Inn, you'll find 2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A children's pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Harbor View Inn. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 139 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Harbor View Inn offers 139 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (USD 32 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • MP3 dock
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out fee: USD 100.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property 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 3 children 15 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Self parking fee: USD 32 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night

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 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Up to 3 children 15 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Harbor View Inn to the airport?

Harbor View Inn is 10.6 mi (15-min drive) away from the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Harbor View Inn on May 25, 2026 start from $365, 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.

Does Harbor View Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Harbor View Inn.

How close is Harbor View Inn to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Harbor View Inn offer free breakfast?

Harbor View Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Harbor View Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Harbor View Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Harbor View Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 32 per night.

Does Harbor View Inn have a pool?

Harbor View Inn features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Does Harbor View Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Harbor View Inn to downtown Santa Barbara?

Harbor View Inn is 1.1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Harbor View Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 732 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jihong

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

RAMIN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
the room was ok but i called before i got there to enquire about parking and i was told their wasn’t valet parking but there would be self parking available but the night we checked in they said self parking was available for a 30 a day fee so wasn’t too happy about this i think they could of informed me when i called , also this place offers no brunch and not even a coffee in the lobby or a bottled water they want you to purchase a bottled water for 5 dollars, i’ve stayed in santa barbara multiple times and this was my first time at this place i will not be returning again as i don’t think the price is comparable to the other places i’ve stayed in that offer more for less money . maybe they can supply a couple bottle waters in the room for their guests that just get in from a long drive don’t think that’s too much to ask for
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Korinna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first stay at Harbor View Inn..and it won’t be our last! The staff were very friendly & helpful. Parking was easy to access. A major plus is the property is right next to Jeannine’s! Best breakfast spot in SB! The room was beautiful! Super clean with beautiful views. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Harborview Inn Hotel. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and the grounds were well kept. The location is a huge plus—you’re right across from the beach and within easy walking distance to restaurants and shops. We also enjoyed the pool and sauna, which were both nice and relaxing. The only downside was that the hotel buildings are split across from each other, so you do have to walk a bit to get to the pool. Other than that, it was a pleasant stay and a great spot if you want to be close to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Abraham

nice room, nice staff, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Madhavi

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location and staff is amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Andres

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luz

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

William, Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent staff. Wonderful interior design.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Large rooms, clean facility, easy parking, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We were not expecting to be located off site from the main hotel. We had to drive through a residential neighborhood to get to our building. There was ample covered parking. We got a room with a balcony with a "city view" which ended up being a view into the neighbors house. The balcony wall ended up being too high to sit and enjoy the view anyway. The mattress was just awful, too sucken in. We did not get great sleep. The ac vent was ill placed and blew in your face all night. The hot water was great and the room had plenty of room. The in room coffee was disappointing. In order to use the amenities, we had to drive back to the main hotel, getting back into the car soaking wet after the hot tub wasn't ideal. The way the hotel charged was off, at check in, they charged my card for about 80% of the bill and at check out I was handed a bill and told I would be charged the remainder which was way more than I was originally quoted,the man tried to explain in a very confusing way,and kept making mistakes in explaining and assured I would only be charge $80 more than quited for parking. We'll see what we actually get charged.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lauryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing gem of a hotel walking distance to everything. Great amenities great staff and great views. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Benyam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yezhelle

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was clean and comfortable. Didn’t see the staff much but they were there when needed; friendly and helpful. The location is great with many destinations in walking distance. We just had a terrific stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Charles P

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Too pricey when rain inhibited strolling; closed nearby restaurants. With many cancellations at hotel, those who kept their rooms and battled the rain to arrive should have gotten a discount.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very spacious, beautifully decorated, clean and close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026