Harbor View Inn

Santa Barbara, California

Virgin rating

North Wing City View King
North Wing City View 2 Double
Resort/City View Room
Resort/City View Room
North Wing City View King
North Wing City View 2 Double
Resort/City View Room
Resort/City View Room

The hotel

You’ll feel relaxed as soon as you walk through the door of the Harbor View Inn, Santa Barbara. Once the friendly staff have welcomed you to their Spanish villa-style retreat, it’s time to really chill out. Head to the oceanfront heated pool where you can relax with a cocktail, or the beach is just over the road if you prefer the ocean waves. Speaking of just over the road, Stearns Wharf is there, which is the oldest working wood wharf in California, and it offers restaurants, shops and even a small aquarium!

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

Centrally located across from West Beach and Stearns Wharf, in Santa Barbara. In easy walking distance of local shops and restaurants.

Hotel information

149 rooms and suites on 3 floors in 3 buildings. All with balcony/terrace, air-conditioning, complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV, Keurig coffee maker, mini-bar*, safe, iron and ironing board, bathrobes and hairdryer.

Resort/City View Rooms are located in the south or west wings, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

North Wing City Rooms with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Ocean View Rooms are located in the south or west wings of the hotel, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Pool bar (serving drinks and light bites, seasonal hours).

Outdoor oceanfront swimming pol and jacuzzi. Fitness centre.

Complimentary WiFi access. 24-hour reception. Gift shop/convenience store. Self-parking $32 plus tax per night (payable locally, fee subject to change - parking limited to one space per room).

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (911)
  • Very good (566)
  • Average (144)
  • Poor (61)
  • Terrible (72)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Cute hotel near everything

Apr 12, 2024 Cynthia S Baltimore, Maryland

We loved this place. It is spread out, so just make sure you know which building you are in. We had a little portico that opened up to the pool area, which was just lovely. The room is quite pretty and the view to the pool area courtyard was just lovely. The hot tub was fantastic. Beds comfy, the bathroom was spacious. Parking on site, and the… Read more
We loved this place. It is spread out, so just make sure you know which building you are in. We had a little portico that opened up to the pool area, which was just lovely. The room is quite pretty and the view to the pool area courtyard was just lovely. The hot tub was fantastic. Beds comfy, the bathroom was spacious. Parking on site, and the location has everything within easy walking distance. They are attached to a wonderful breakfast place. The only ding was the morning after I arrived there seemed to be no hot water.... and no one told us so I'm trying to shower and it's freezing! When I called they said it was a known issue and being worked on. So the evening showers in my family were fine... but I was coooooold. I think something - a free night of parking, a voucher for the little breakfast place, etc. - should have been knocked off the bill for the inconvenience. This was a cute boutique hotel, not a Days Inn, after all. All that said - all in all a lovely place and I would stay again! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nice but ask for the main building

Apr 4, 2024 Jennifer E Bellevue, Washington

The hotel has a great location in front of the water; and it has an amazing pool area looking out to the water. However, if you’re like us, you might get a room in the North building, which is a block and a half behind the hotel on a different street—not connected to the main hotel, in which case you’d need to walk over to the pool across traffic.… Read more
The hotel has a great location in front of the water; and it has an amazing pool area looking out to the water. However, if you’re like us, you might get a room in the North building, which is a block and a half behind the hotel on a different street—not connected to the main hotel, in which case you’d need to walk over to the pool across traffic. This was kind of disappointing. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Fabulous!

Jan 19, 2024 Meghann D

We had such a wonderful stay at the Harbor View Inn. When we checked in we were kindly welcomed with a card some snacks and a celebratory bottle of champagne. We had stunning views of the ocean from our room, a nice pool, gym and everything within walking distance. I love that this hotel is family owned which made our experience more… Read more
We had such a wonderful stay at the Harbor View Inn. When we checked in we were kindly welcomed with a card some snacks and a celebratory bottle of champagne. We had stunning views of the ocean from our room, a nice pool, gym and everything within walking distance. I love that this hotel is family owned which made our experience more personable. I highly recommend! If I go back this is definitely where I will be staying. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great option in Santa Barbara, good value for money

Jan 5, 2024 _yo_pmc London, United Kingdom

Very clean room, good service, reasonable price. Parking included. Ideally located at walking distance of State St and Downtown Santa Barbara as well as the main pier. No incredible view from the room however.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent hotel with the best location in Santa Barbara!!!

Dec 19, 2023 Burculian Norwalk, California

We recently stayed 2 nights at the Harbor View Inn in Santa Barbara, CA. This hotel is perfectly located across the street from Sterns Wharf, and is within walking distance to Downtown Santa Barbara, Funk Zone, the Amtrak station and several other landmarks. Check-In: We arrived late Friday evening as our Amtrak train from Los Angeles was… Read more
We recently stayed 2 nights at the Harbor View Inn in Santa Barbara, CA. This hotel is perfectly located across the street from Sterns Wharf, and is within walking distance to Downtown Santa Barbara, Funk Zone, the Amtrak station and several other landmarks. Check-In: We arrived late Friday evening as our Amtrak train from Los Angeles was delayed. Upon stepping into the lobby, Kevin greeted us and had us checked in within a few seconds. He offered to have the concierge take our bags to the room, but we kindly declined the service. He provided us with directions to our room, which was greatly appreciated, as the property is huge!!! He also spent several minutes answering our questions and provided several great suggestions and tips for activities, breakfast and dinner. I truly feel Kevin went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Room: Our room was on the 3rd floor of the west wing. It was a big room with a balcony that overlooked the pool area and Sterns Wharf. Keeping the big window open brought a nice breeze into our room. The beds were comfortable and allowed for a great night of sleep. The shower was modern and provided ample water pressure. I appreciated the fact that the toilet had a separate door to separate it from the restroom (basin/shower). Amenities: The ice machine was located next to the elevators, but the only vending machines available were on the first floor by the swimming pool. The television seemed awfully small for such a big room. The prime location, service and cleanliness of the facility made our stay very pleasant. Can't wait to return to Santa Barbara and the Harbor View Inn! Read less