Inn by the Harbor

Hotels
8.7 (985 reviews)
433 West Montecito Street , Santa Barbara , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Some room issues
Inconsistent amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
Multiple reviews mentioned that the rooms were clean and well-kept but also highlighted some issues like ants in the room.
Service
9.31
Numerous positive remarks about the friendly and accommodating staff throughout the reviews.
Location
8.95
Many guests praised the excellent location, though a few addressed concerns regarding proximity to key attractions.
Room Quality
8.1
Some guests appreciated the spacious and upgraded rooms, while a few expressed disappointment in their expectations.
Amenities
8.63
The reviews noted good amenities like a pool and breakfast offerings, though some areas require improvement.
Value for Money
8.79
Guests felt that the hotel offered reasonable rates for the quality of service and facilities provided.
Food and Beverage
8.64
Breakfast and happy hour wine and cheese received positive feedback, although some guests noted room for improvement.
Overall Experience
8.81
Overall feedback was positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return despite minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-25 15:08

Property Description

Charming Santa Barbara Hotel with Pool and Free Bike Rentals

Outdoor Pool and Free Wi-Fi: Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool or relax poolside with free Wi-Fi access.

Cozy Guest Rooms with Amenities: Each guest room at Inn by the Harbor is equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, cable TV, and DVD player. Borrow DVDs from the hotel's library for a cozy night in.

Convenient Location: Just a short walk from West Beach and Stearns Wharf, and minutes away from the City College of Santa Barbara, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the city.

Book your stay at Inn by the Harbor now for a relaxing and convenient Santa Barbara getaway.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SBA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 985 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 9.31
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 8.63
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Mariana • couple • br
9
Santa Harbor
Pros:

The property is very Santa Barbara Hispanic style, adorable patio, bed is very comfortable, and surprisingly for a more old building the bathroom and shower were quite spaceful. The high light for me were the bikes available to ride, Santa Barbara is very bike friendly and the hotel rent them for free (very good ones)

Cons:

Breakfast is a bit outdated for such a vivid town, the hotel could bring a few local, farm to table options (which have a lot in the town, this can even help visitors to know the local brands and brings more visibility to the hotel)

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • hu
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Parvez • family_with_children • in
9
Pros:

The property beautifully reflects the Spanish style of Santa Barbara, with white adobe architecture, red tile roofs, an inlaid tile staircase, and wrought iron details throughout. Lush native gardens and Mediterranean charm give the whole property a boutique feel that's hard to find at this price point. It's the kind of courtyard you want to linger in with your morning coffee

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Yvonne • family_with_children • de
1
Entspricht nicht der Beschreibung und der Fotos.
Pros:

Der Ort Santa Barbara.

Cons:

Auf Grund der Qualität des Zimmers sind wir direkt wieder abgereist. Alles abgenutzt und abgewohnt. Eine Bretterwand direkt in unter einem Meter Entfernung vorm Fenster. Es roch muffig. Für den Preis haben wir eine komplett andere Qualität erwartet. Das Geld für die erste Nacht haben wir eingebüßt, die weitere Nacht wurden uns erstattet.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • hu
10
Igazi csoda
Pros:

Egy igazi gyöngyszem! Ha lehetne akkor nem 10-est adnék, hanem 20-ast!!!! Egyszerűen fantasztikus!!!!!!!!!!!!! Vissza kell ide jönni!!!!!!

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • us
8
We enjoyed our visit
Pros:

Close to Stearns wharf easy walk for the firework display on July 4 th

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Devin • family_with_children • us
6
It got the job done.
Pros:

Full kitchen

Cons:

No elevator, parking sucks and room was old and musky

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Evgenii • couple • us
10
Good quiet place/
Pros:

This hotel has changed a lot, so don’t rely on old reviews—they won’t give you an accurate picture. It’s a unique place: if you stay on the ground floor, you’ll enter your room directly from the street, and the pool is just a step away through the courtyard door. The courtyard is green and cozy, with a small pool and spa. Rooms are freshly renovated, with tiled floors instead of carpets, which keeps everything clean and fresh. The atmosphere is quiet, but breakfast is too simple — just coffee and some pastries. Free parking near your door.

Cons:

may be breakfast

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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yalin • couple • ar
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Min • couple • us
8
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Rutu Arvind • family_with_children • in
10
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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lee • couple • gb
7
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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MARIE LAURE • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Lyn • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Scott • couple • us
9
All good, short walk to beach and downtown
Pros:

Good breakfast, nice staff

Cons:

Location is OK but not especially close to beach or Stare St

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Lori • family_with_children • us
10
Lovely little inn with great amenities, exceptional customer service and great location.
Pros:

Lovely little inn with great amenities, exceptional customer service, and perfect location.

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
8
Super
Pros:

Jedes Zimmer hat quasi einen Balkon.
Die Lage ist super. Nah zum Meer und zur Innenstadt. Es liegt an einer befahrenen Straße aber dorthin liegt der Empfang, die Zimmer sind recht ruhig.
Die Zimmer sind gut, groß und mit allem ausgestattet.

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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shellly • solo_traveller • us
10
Close to everything and clean. I would stay again.
Pros:

Our room was really nice. Super clean and comfortable

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • couple • us
10
2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Nicfra • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee