Inn By The Harbor

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Santa Barbara City College

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Dates

February 2026

10

March 2026

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Near Santa Barbara City College, Inn By The Harbor offers a relaxing getaway with continental breakfast, an outdoor pool, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Relax in the spa tub or get energized at the gym; multilingual staff are available to help you unwind.

VIP Access

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
Fitness centre
Hot tub
24-hour business centre
Business centre
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Front desk safe
Water dispenser

For families (6)

Children stay free
Free cots/infant beds
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Daily housekeeping

includes taxes & fees

2 Mar - 3 Mar

Room options

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Tonight

Feb 10 - Feb 11

Tomorrow

Feb 11 - Feb 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

23 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Excellent

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

24 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Kitchen

Full-sized fridge/freezer

Flat-screen TV

Hypo-allergenic bedding

Blackout curtains

37 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

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About the area

433 W Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

Santa Barbara City College - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Santa Barbara Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Moreton Bay Fig Tree - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Leadbetter Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 13 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 43 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
Goleta Station - 15 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Eli Luria Library - ‬11 min walk
‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬8 min walk
‪Shoreline Beach Cafe - ‬13 min walk
‪Brophy Bros - ‬13 min walk
‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Inn By The Harbor

At Inn By The Harbor, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Bowl. You can take a morning swim in at the outdoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other highlights include a fitness centre and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 42 rooms
- Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
- Express check-out available
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age – 18
- Check-out time is 11:00 AM
- Contactless check-out

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
- Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

- Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

- Pets not allowed
- Service animals welcome

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free uncovered on-site self-parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
- On-site parking includes off-street options

Other information

- Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Water dispenser

Travelling with children

Children stay for free (see details)
Pool gate
Fence around the pool

What to do

Beach nearby
Free use of nearby fitness centre
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Whale watching nearby

Working away

24-hour business centre

Services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Facilities

Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Hot tub

Accessibility

Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 53

Room amenities

Be entertained

DVD player
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

In-room massage
Balcony or patio

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels

Stay connected

Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls

More

Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Local maps

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Inn Harbor

Inn Harbor Santa Barbara

Harbor Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor Hotel Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor Hotel

Inn By The Harbor Santa Barbara

Inn By The Harbor Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Inn By The Harbor offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Inn By The Harbor does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Inn By The Harbor?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Inn By The Harbor?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Inn By The Harbor?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Inn By The Harbor?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Inn By The Harbor and nearby?

Have fun with activities such as hiking, kayaking and sailing, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Inn By The Harbor also has a fitness centre and a garden.

Does Inn By The Harbor have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Inn By The Harbor like?

Inn By The Harbor is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 8 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. The local area is good for families and and our guests say that it is very central.

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Inn By The Harbor Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

Breakfast was consistently described as good, nice, and delicious with a variety of options. (214 reviews)
The property's location is very close to the beach, making it easy to walk to the beachfront area for dining and relaxation. (61 reviews)
The pool area was clean, warm, and lovely, surrounded by natural plants and trees, providing a quiet and inviting ambiance. (70 reviews)

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Popular mentions

Service staff

Room

Breakfast

Location

Beach

Kitchen

Bed

Wines

Champagne

Biking

10/10 Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

Staff was amazing. Room was nice too and great location!

Jamie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Jan 2026

Friendly, helpful staff and the room was clean and spacious.

Jane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

20 Jan 2026

Cute little spot near downtown! The staff is friendly and courteous! Would recommend to anyone staying in town!

Danielle, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

11 Jan 2026

Liked that it was close to the beach and other areas

Alan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 Jan 2026

Staff was extremely friendly and helpful

Gary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

11 Nov 2025

Everything was great, clean, good staff, great breakfast and good location

Maria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

29 Dec 2025

Front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. Lots of restaurant recommendations.

Laura, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

30 Dec 2025

Very nice, comfortable and relaxing. Wish we could have stayed longer

Kathryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

4 Jan 2026

The room was very clean. The continental breakfast you provided each morning was perfect. The ambience the Inn provided was cozy and relaxing. The Inn By The Harbor

William, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

16 Dec 2025

Nice assortment and good quality food

James, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

9 Nov 2025

All the staff we connected with at the Inn and Brisa’s were great.

john, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

16 Sept 2025

Great location and very hotel.

Juan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

26 Sept 2025

Nice inn very close to everything, with friendly staff and very cozy.

Rafael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2 Dec 2025

Room was very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Kenneth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

17 Oct 2025

Well maintained property, friendly helpful staff.

Jeffrey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 Sept 2025

Great hotel for vacations, me and my wife liked the place very much and recomend it.

veniamin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

17 Jan 2026

From the

Jason, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

14 Sept 2025

Great staff, excellent location

Trevor, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

23 Oct 2025

Nice hotel and staff. All within walking distance.

Faustina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

11 Oct 2025

Excellent staff and made us feel welcome and apart of the family.

Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

22 Oct 2025

Clean room and friendly staff

ANN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

12 Dec 2025

I was hoping it was closer to the beach. I was very happy with our room ! And free upgrade!. Beds were very comfortable. Thought it was a cute place to stay. I would stay again.

Kenneth, 3-night trip