Inn by the Harbor

Hotels
8.7 (821 reviews)
433 West Montecito Street , Santa Barbara , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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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.

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 821 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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Henk Jan • couple • nl
8
2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Mackinder • couple • gb
9
Wonderful hotel Inn by the harbour. Only a short walk to the pier and sea front
Pros:

Lovely rooms with patio doors onto gardens and pool area.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Philipp • couple • ch
10
Pros:

The property is very well maintained and set in a beautiful environment with plenty of privacy. The staff were consistently friendly, attentive, and helpful. The rooms were clean, well-equipped, and comfortable. Overall, it created a very relaxing atmosphere.

2026-03-19 • via Nuitee
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Rosana • family_with_children • pt
10
Pros:

Excellent breakfast. Room was perfect, clean and beautiful with all accessories - plenty of soap, shampoo and conditioner. Hair-dryer, tv, AC. Location is very good. Nice and helpful staff. Great parking space and free bikes. Best experience so far in California.

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • ch
9
Cons:

Just a recomendation.. Exchange carpet floors with Laminat. Carpets geht filthy over time. 😅

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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samuel • couple • us
8
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • us
8
Overall it was a good stay, I really like all the greenery on the grounds. Wine and cheese a bonus!
Pros:

Great variety of breakfast options

Cons:

I suggest different pillows, get the hotel brand that stays fluffy, these pillows were flat and uncomfortable.

2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Damaso • couple • us
7
2026-03-17 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • us
7
It was okay
Pros:

Location , continental breakfast

Cons:

The water in the bathroom smelled(at the sink) bought bottled water to use, also tried to use the heater and it started smoking and had a dirty smell setting off the smoke alarm

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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corine • couple • fr
7
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Petit déjeuner très très moyen
Rapport qualité prix très moyen

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Jukka • couple • fi
4
Did not meet the expectations.
Cons:

Expectations for the Hotel were much higher than reality - pictures in Booking did not fully match with reality.
Breakfast was "too simple" with very limited choices.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Lya • couple • us
10
parfait, 10/10
Pros:

Tout était parfait, petit établissement très convivial, personnel très gentil, chambres jolies, parking privé et le gros plus, les vélos à disposition !

Cons:

rien

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • gb
8
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
8
Good value for money, comfortable accommodation in a convenient location
Pros:

Welcoming staff. Very comfortable room. Nice pool area.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Alex • extended_group • de
5
Cheap motel in a known town. Too pricey for the construction standard.
Pros:

The bed was decent and the room was huge with a kitchen, It was more like an apartment.

Cons:

Very poorly constructed with lots of noise coming from all directions and a bedroom directly on a carpark (!?).
Also incredible amounts of light came in the room from all directions.
Very poor.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Keld • couple • us
9
Nice stay close to sites and beach
Pros:

Great location
Nice room
Pool and atrium

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Brenda • couple • us
7
Pros:

Good location
Friendly, helpful staff
Clean

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • se
9
Mycket bra motell med free Happy Hour och gatos lån av cykel
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Lucy • couple • us
8
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee