Inn by the Harbor

Hotels
8.7 (968 reviews)
433 West Montecito Street , Santa Barbara , us
+18059637851

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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 968 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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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
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Gergő • couple • hu
8
OK
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Aisha • couple • us
10
A great-value stay with welcoming staff, thoughtful perks, and an excellent Santa Barbara location.
Pros:

We had an excellent experience at Inn by the Harbor. Every staff member we encountered was kind, welcoming, and helpful. It was especially nice to arrive to happy hour with wine, cheese, and snacks at the front desk. The free vegetarian-friendly breakfast each morning was a great perk, with healthy options and fresh fruit available. The location was an easy walk to the harbor, and the free bikes with locks were convenient and hassle-free. The pool and on-site washer/dryer were also helpful amenities.

Cons:

Nothing. Overall, the stay was very comfortable and convenient.

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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N7237TWkayw • Couples
2
Nice-looking hotel with serious safety issues
Pros:

This is a nice little hotel with a cute kitchen. We were very happy with it—until I used the shower. About five minutes into the shower, the water became scalding hot, and there was no cold water at all. I turned off the shower and waited awhile. Eventually the temperature returned to normal, and I finished my shower. I did not immediately tell the management because I knew it was not an easy fix, I figured the problem was intermittent, and we didn’t want to change rooms. The second day, the shower was fine; however the third day, the water again became scalding hot never returned to normal. I washed my hair out in the sink.

When I told the manager at checkout, I asked for a partial reimbursement, not because I truly wanted my money back; I simply wanted to impress upon him the seriousness of the problem. I emphasized that the problem was INTERMITTENT. We went up to the room, and he could not duplicate the problem, so I doubt it will ever be fixed. I shudder to think about a child or elderly person who cannot get out of the way fast enough and suffers with third-degree burns. Until this hotel takes safety violations seriously, I cannot recommend it to anyone.

2026-06-25 • via Tripadvisor
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Egle • couple • lt
10
Pros:

A wonderful place to stay! Cozy, comfortable, and in a great location. We truly enjoyed our stay and would happily come back. Highly recommended!

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Chelsie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Stéphane • couple • fr
9
Pros:

Chambre super spacieuse jolie propre

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Ben • couple • au
10
2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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Raluca • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Geraldine • couple • us
9
Amazing staff, great accommodations and Value!
Pros:

One of our favorite things were the staff, Mickey and Aaron could not have been more friendly and helpful . They provided fantastic recommendations for restaurants and things to do.
We loved the size of our room and it had a separate kitchen. The landscaping was beautiful and well-maintained.
It was an added benefit to be able to share the facilities of Brisas Del Mar next door and have the use of bicycles to tour around Santa Barbara.
Super Location.

Cons:

We really enjoyed everything.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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kelvin • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Yasemin • couple • us
9
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee