Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
from $231
Inn By The Harbor
2.5 out of 5.0
3.7
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The room i was given was more like a two bedroom aparment I diffidently would bring the family here next time I am in the Santa Barbara area.
Very quaint and perfectly located! Staff were very friendly!
I loved this hotel. It's my favorite hotel in Santa Barbara. Will stay here again. Nick at the front desk was extremely nice, helpful and attentive to his guests.
Front desk personnel was helpful and accommodating. The room however needs renovations it's very dated. Breakfast was basic.Nice garden. Vending machine oddly placed near lobby.
We stayed at this hotel for one night. The hotel is one of two that are next to each other and run by the same people. It feels like an old run down motel. The room was okay but did not have enough the kind of modern amenities that one would expect. The evening staff was ok. The guy in the morning clearly did not care about guests. In short we would not return.
My goddaughter and I spent three nights at Inn by the Harbor. Check-in was a breeze with a very friendly staff. They informed us of the many extras, ex: breakfast, cookies and milk in the afternoon, wine and cheese in the late afternoon, DVD's and bicycles available for check-out. The room with two queen beds was perfect for two and the bathroom had been recently updated. We also had a kitchen which was great for making coffee, snacks, etc. Our room faced out to a garden and was only steps from the pool. Noise was minimal due to double-pane windows.
Excellent. Breakfast is awesome for contenental . The setting has sort of family orientation .
No privacy in room unless curtains are completely closed then nothing to see..didn't like public balcony
Easy parking, clean and spacious. Staff is friendly and helpful.
The hotel was really nice and relaxing. Loved the complimentary foods they offered. The staff was great! Will come back for sure!!
Very pleasant stay, would return, or recommend. Neighborhood was a little sketchy, but convenient to State St, and downtown.
Good hotel with a good breakfast and very nice bed. Complimentary food is served in the afternoon, like cheese and cookies.
Nice central location but on a very busy street and parking lot was shared with a run down low income apartment complex. Rooms were quiet but in need of updating. Bathroom and kitchen very dated. Bathroom tile/caulk were grungy, grout discolored and didn't seem clean. Reception area really nice and the courtyard was landscaped really nice and gave a tremendous ambience. Pool was small but nice for kids. Bikes were available for checkout and happy hour and cookies provided. Breakfast was adequate. Overall, not great but not bad just middle of the road.
I stayed here for a night. The staff was very nice. It felt like a step up from a motel, but the staff added some nice touches such as wine and cheese and milk and cookies to give the place a more homey feel.
This is a very old place. The rooms are quite small. Uncomfortable bed. Shares a driveway/parking lot with an apartment building where strange people hang out in the carports. The staff however are the shining glory for the place- the front desk staff were cheerful and extremely helpful.
If you like comfort and don’t need modern amenities this is a fantastic hotel. We appreciated the comfortable bed, a kitchenette and that there was plenty of space in the room. The deluxe continental breakfast was sufficient to get the day started and they had cruiser bikes available for free for a nice beach ride. The only unfortunate part of the room was the bathroom was dated with the shower head being a bit low for taller guests. Overall it was a great stay and I would highly recommend it.
There was an efficient and friendly check in. The location was good with an easy walk to the harbor and wharf and it was close to historic State Street. In addition to the continental breakfast, this motel offered complimentary wine and cheese in the late afternoon. They also provided a complimentary bicycle. There was no view and the renovation of what had been an apartment building was fair at best.
This was an easy spot for enjoying the Harbor and Funk Zone of lower State Street downtown. The breakfast saved us tune and hassle too.
I stayed for 2 nights with my family. My wife and two daughters 13 and 8. We have two queen beds. Pros: 1. Great location and is walking distance to State street, etc. and 10 min drive to Butterfly beach. 2. Safe location. 3. Beds and bathrooms are clean. 4. Free wifi. 5. Laundry room is available. Cons: 1. The carpets are not clean. 2. Free breakfast was bad. 3. One of the chair in the room was broken and the cushion was sinking. 4. Very small swimming pool.
Good for family stay, the room has a kitchen. Breakfast is enough, continent.
Hotel highlights
- Close to Presidio Santa Barbara
- Free continental breakfast
- Free WiFi in rooms and public areas
- Free parking
Presidio Santa Barbara is within a mile (2 km) of Inn By The Harbor, and other popular sites like Santa Barbara County Courthouse are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 42-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi. Mission Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Art are also near this Santa Barbara hotel.
Dining
Free continental breakfast is included with your stay and awaits you each morning. For a nice break, mingle with other guests at the free daily manager's reception.
Rooms
All 42 air-conditioned rooms feature refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls. Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Safes, ironing boards, and desks are also standard.
Property features
At Inn By The Harbor, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and free newspapers.
Guest reviews for Inn By The Harbor
nice room
Everyone
The room i was given was more like a two bedroom aparment I diffidently would bring the family here next time I am in the Santa Barbara area.
very close to ball fields for college tourny!
Everyone
Very quaint and perfectly located! Staff were very friendly!
Review comment
Manager responded on Apr 4, 2017
Greetings Sandy, Thank you for this kind review of our hotel. I am delighted to hear you enjoyed our hotel and our convenient location to the waterfront and downtown. Spring is one of our favorite seasons with colorful sunsets and wildflowers springing up. Thank you for including the Inn by the Harbor in your visit to Santa Barbara. We hope to see you again. Warm regards ~ Greg Broussard, General Manager
cute boutique hotel
Everyone
I loved this hotel. It's my favorite hotel in Santa Barbara. Will stay here again. Nick at the front desk was extremely nice, helpful and attentive to his guests.
Review comment
Manager responded on Dec 12, 2016
Thank you for our 5-star review, Miki. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the Inn by the Harbor and appreciate your kind compliments regarding Nick. Thank you for taking time to share your experience with other travelers. Warm regards ~ Greg Broussard, General Manager.
my stay
Everyone
Front desk personnel was helpful and accommodating. The room however needs renovations it's very dated. Breakfast was basic.Nice garden. Vending machine oddly placed near lobby.
old dated hotel with a run down feeling
Everyone
We stayed at this hotel for one night. The hotel is one of two that are next to each other and run by the same people. It feels like an old run down motel. The room was okay but did not have enough the kind of modern amenities that one would expect. The evening staff was ok. The guy in the morning clearly did not care about guests. In short we would not return.
Review comment
Manager responded on Jul 13, 2016
We are terribly sorry to hear you were less than satisfied with your recent stay with us. Please accept our sincerest apologies.
can't wait to go back!
Everyone
My goddaughter and I spent three nights at Inn by the Harbor. Check-in was a breeze with a very friendly staff. They informed us of the many extras, ex: breakfast, cookies and milk in the afternoon, wine and cheese in the late afternoon, DVD's and bicycles available for check-out. The room with two queen beds was perfect for two and the bathroom had been recently updated. We also had a kitchen which was great for making coffee, snacks, etc. Our room faced out to a garden and was only steps from the pool. Noise was minimal due to double-pane windows.
Review comment
Manager responded on May 6, 2016
Greetings Karen, Thank you for your lovely comments regarding your recent stay with us. We appreciate the 5-star review and are delighted to hear you and your granddaughter enjoyed your visit. Warm regards ~ Greg Broussard, General Manager
! cwill stay there again !
Everyone
Excellent. Breakfast is awesome for contenental . The setting has sort of family orientation .
Review comment
Manager responded on Apr 4, 2016
Thank you for our recent stay with us. We are happy to hear you enjoyed our hotel and hope to see you again soon.
nice but be careful
Everyone
No privacy in room unless curtains are completely closed then nothing to see..didn't like public balcony
Review comment
Manager responded on Mar 16, 2016
Thank you for your recent stay with us. I’m sorry to hear you were unhappy with the level of privacy in your guest room. Many of our guest enjoy overlooking the courtyard garden - so I’m terribly sorry to hear your found it displeasing. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Warm regards ~ Greg Broussard, General Manager
the room is large, has enough space for a family.
Everyone
Easy parking, clean and spacious. Staff is friendly and helpful.
Review comment
Manager responded on Mar 5, 2016
Greetings Sherry, Thank you for your recent stay with us. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed our hotel and found our staff to be helpful and friendly. We look forward to your next visit. Warmly ~ Greg Broussard, General Manager
awesome getaway
GetawayWithFriends
The hotel was really nice and relaxing. Loved the complimentary foods they offered. The staff was great! Will come back for sure!!
Greetings Andre, Thank you for your recent stay at the Inn by the Harbor. It sounds like you stayed in our Harbor Pool Suite, adjacent to the pool area. We are pleased to know you enjoyed our hotel and we look forward to serving you and your family. Warm wishes ~ Greg Broussard, General Manager