Harbor House Inn

3.0 star property

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Front of property
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Terrace/patio
Coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

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104 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, 1 King Bed (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, (2)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed (3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed (4)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed with Queen Sofabed, Kitchen (118B)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (118C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Kitchen (116A)

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Barbara

With a stay at Harbor House Inn in Santa Barbara (Santa Barbara Beach), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and within a 5-minute drive of Santa Barbara Zoo. .This hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from West Beach and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Carriage and Western Art Museum.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪SB Biergarten - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Harbor House Inn

Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Santa Barbara Harbor
Harbor House Inn offers 17 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 17 individually decorated guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara
Harbor House Santa Barbara
Harbor House Hotel Santa Barbara
Harbor House Inn Hotel
Harbor House Inn Santa Barbara
Harbor House Inn Hotel Santa Barbara

Harbor House Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 836 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jandie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy, cozy

Lovely, fresh, cozy, adorable place in safe area. You can tell staff / owners takes pride in the place. Easy walk to pier/beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The free bike rental made our day trip perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

yonatan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful. The kitchen is great. The best bed I've ever slept in. Bike ride on the beach was super fun and easy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 2a! It has lots of space and comfortable bed. The bath spa was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Junje

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We super enjoyed our stay! Thanks for keep the place so charming and lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
This is a fantastic property in Santa Barbara. Location is great, beautiful room, beach gear likes chairs etc are on site as well as bikes. Staff was excellent. We will def be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! Got to rent bikes and beach towels even after checkout. Clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love Harbor House, cozy, clean so close to the beach. Love the staff and vibe very welcoming very professional always willing to answer any questions. Looking forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

The Harbor House Inn is our new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara. The staff The rooms are large and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jesica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! We will definitely come back during summer time!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed there many times and always enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rui

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The suite with the kitchen and the bathtub was beautiful. The linens were soft, the bed comfortable. It has a vintage classic 1920's feel to it, that comes with a real metal key.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. We shall be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samaly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place and the wonderful lady was so nice when we check in. And we also got a room upgrade!! The room was so big and beautiful!!. The parking was easy, they also have free bike rentals. Everything is a walkinh distant very convenient!. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small lodge with nice suites close to the ocean and the Funk Zone. Filtered water and snacks are available in the office. Parking is limited and the walls are a little thin, but it's a comfortable room in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such nice people working there! The room and bathroom are spacious and the sheets on the bed are so, so comfortable! It is quiet and walkable to the beach and State St.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

EILEEN, Monterey Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay in this adorable boutique hotel with the friendliest staff around. They made excellent recommendations of where to eat and things to do. We would definitely pick this as our go to spot again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025