Inn By The Harbor

3.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara

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Front of property - evening/night
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker
Lobby
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Leadbetter Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Oceanside stay.At this Santa Barbara Beach hotel, you'll be 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 half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chad’s - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Cruisery - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

Hotel near Santa Barbara City College in Santa Barbara
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.

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

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

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

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)!

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
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
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, 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. 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 each accommodation.

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Inn By The Harbor to the airport?

Inn By The Harbor is 10.1 mi (12-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 Inn By The Harbor?

As of Jun 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inn By The Harbor on Jun 17, 2025 start from $278.53, 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.

Does Inn By The Harbor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Inn By The Harbor.

How close is Inn By The Harbor to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach and 1.5 mi (3-min drive) from East Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Inn By The Harbor offer free breakfast?

Inn By The Harbor offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Inn By The Harbor?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Inn By The Harbor?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Inn By The Harbor?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Inn By The Harbor have a pool?

Inn By The Harbor features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Inn By The Harbor have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Inn By The Harbor to downtown Santa Barbara?

Inn By The Harbor is 1 mi away from Santa Barbara.

Inn By The Harbor Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1148 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1621 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1621 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

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and friendly. Had complimentary wine with cheese and crackers in the afternoon. The room was spacious and clean. Came with a full kitchen. The bed was very comfortable. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service. Quiet. Comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

HARISH

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good place for overnight stay with children
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

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

6/10 Okay

yu hsiu

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

10/10 Excellent

Anh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, rooms are spacious with full kitchen. Property is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy, Reno

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with great kitchen and nice pool and hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean but towels and linens felt very rough. A definite smell of bleach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

Great place!

Clean, quiet, and very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tien

Affordable perfect place

Clean quiet good location to main local tourist attractions
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the pool area because it was secluded from street. Very lovely. Easy access too. Lovely breakfast and cute eating area. Only thing is too much light coming in curtains at night. Maybe need curtains that block light. Made it hard to sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older building but well maintained. Very nice staff. I liked it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angelina

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I enjoyed staying here. Every person on staff that we talked to were very kind and friendly. It was our honeymoon and they left us a handwritten note, a bottle of champagne and some chocolates! The location of the hotel is great too. Freeway is super close, downtown is super close, the funk zone is super close. We really enjoyed our stay here and recommend it. It seems as though they’re starting to remodel their rooms, so that will only be even more positivity for this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ja youn, stevenson ranch

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very nice front desk staff and good location. I had a wonderful time with my husband.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The setting for the hotel is extraordinary—as a gardener I appreciated (no, loved!) the landscaping all arounfvthe property. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchenette was clean, well stocked and very welcome. Reception was super helpful with all our questions and requests. Breakfast was good and filling and the buffet continuously replenished. Overall a very positive experience! We will be back. 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

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

Great all around!

Super friendly staff, nice location, great amenities, would stay again! Pillows and bedding were very comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camilla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Very nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025