Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available on-site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.

Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?

The hotel is located a short 3-minute walk from Santa Barbara Harbor and within 5 minutes by car from Santa Barbara Zoo. It is also 0.1 miles from West Beach and 10.2 miles from the University of California, Santa Barbara.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Harbor House Inn in Santa Barbara

Average nightly price at Harbor House Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$200
February	US$234
March	US$257
April	US$288
May	US$292
June	US$315
July	US$359
August	US$346
September	US$325
October	US$287
November	US$258
December	US$215

What guests think

At Harbor House Inn, reviewers praise a charming, well-kept boutique stay near the beach, with friendly owner-led service, very clean rooms—many like small apartments with kitchens—and thoughtful extras like complimentary bikes, beach gear, coffee, and snacks.

Guests often highlight the walkable location to the harbor, Stearns Wharf, Funk Zone, and State Street. Common drawbacks include thin walls or noise transfer in some rooms, a few compact layouts, and tight or limited parking. Overall, expect an apartment-style inn with convenient beach access and simple perks.

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Facilities

Complimentary bikes and beach gear are a frequent highlight, with snacks and filtered water available in reception. Parking is on-site but described as limited or tight.

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10

Helen

8 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had a very pleasant weekend at Harbor House Inn. Property was clean and well kept with beach and restaurants within walking distance. Comfortable room with attention to detail decor and furnishings. Outdoor seating area is a bonus. Only drawback is the parking spaces are small, but there were street parking spaces available. Plan to stay again and would recommend it to friends and family.

10

Samaly

19 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Leanne

20 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved it! Got to rent bikes and beach towels even after checkout. Clean rooms and friendly staff

10

John

14 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice having the coffee maker with half and half. Refrigerator with freezer area also nice! TV alittle complex but many streaming channels. Close to beach and restaurants!

10

Roger

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Edward Joseph

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

10

Oliver

5 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really enjoyed my stay. Super nice staff and such a cute place to stay. Great location free bike rentals if you’d like. A

10

William

9 Nov 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Loved this place. It was so obvious how much of their heart the owners put in. Great location, free bikes and beach equipment. Also snacks at the front!

10

Mariel

20 Jan 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Family friendly. Modern feel, seems up to date but has the quaint, small town vibe. Very clean inn and relaxing. Small business owned, hosts are super kind and warm. They had bikes and beach gear! Inn is walkable close to all spots within SB downtown. We loved our stay.

10

Mary Grace

29 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was a pleasant stay at the inn. The room has a Full kitchen, fridge, coffee maker, microwave, TV that moves or adjusts, cost rack, and sofa! There are plenty of places nearby such as the pier, multiple restaurants, and museum. You can rent a bike!

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Cleanliness

Guests consistently describe rooms and grounds as very clean, often spotless or immaculate. A couple of comments note minor bathroom issues like weak showers.

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Mark

29 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Shower was a little weak for two people.

10

Maria

14 Nov 2023

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This was my second time staying here. Staff at the front desk is friendly. It’s within walking and biking distance to the beach. The rooms are very clean and spacious.

10

Kim

13 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The king room was large with a full kitchen. It was super clean and really comfortable. The staff was friendly and helpful.

10

NESTOR

11 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was a very clean room…. Very quiet place and lastly location was great. Will defiantly return again

10

Robin

9 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The property was beautiful landscaped. The room looked newly remodeled and was immaculate. We were really impressed. I will definitely stay here again.

10

Ivanka

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

We liked that the units had fully equipped kitchenette, good bed and the place was nicely clean. Shower needs a little improvement.

10

Christian

21 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and spacious space, great amenities inb the room.

10

Marisa

20 May 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Such a lovely place, owner was wonderful and very accommodating. And the cleanliness was SPECTACULAR. We will be back again thank you

10

Arthur

7 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, extremely clean and well appointed. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend and will be back.

10

Janice

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful and so clean! Loved staying here, excellent location too.

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Rooms

Many rooms are spacious and apartment-like with kitchens and comfortable beds; decor feels updated or charming. Some guests report thin walls and a few smaller or compact rooms.

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Diana

12 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The wall is thin and you can hear people talking. Bed is small for two people and parking is a challenge. On a postive side, it is closed to the harbor and restaurants so that is a plus.

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Kathryn

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What a nice surprise stumbling on the Harbor House Inn. Each casita is like a small apartment with a full kitchen and bathroom, walk in closet with a safe, robes, extra pillows, a seating area, and a clean and modern bathroom with plush towels and toiletries. Walking distance to the beach. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend staying here.

10

Megan

12 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great little property! Even had the opportunity to rent bikes to go along the waterfront! The hotel room had everything we needed. Only thing we would say negatively is that the room was a little cramped (especially once you open your suitcase). Great experience overall! Would recommend.

10

John

19 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A lovely big room, more like a small apartment than a room. Great facilities in the room the the staff are relaxed and friendly.

10

Edward Joseph

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

8

Bruce

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to beach. Room was clean. We had a kitchen to have meals in our room. Walls a bit thin. Our remote for the TV volume control did not work.

10

Lee

2 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room 2a! It has lots of space and comfortable bed. The bath spa was very comfortable.

10

Rui

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

10

Robin

8 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We LOVED our stay! The check in was welcoming. The room was small but had huge character. The grounds are relaxing and inviting. The bed was comfortable. We will be back!

4

David

14 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very, very small room.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check-in and useful local recommendations.

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David

17 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Easy checkin. Friendly reception.

10

Jandie

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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

10

John

14 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Paul was friendly, welcoming and helpful. Property is well managed and facilities as expected. Would return.

10

Roger

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Russell

5 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was the first time I stayed in Santa Barbara and was very pleased with the Harbor House Inn! All the employees are outstanding and very helpful. When I checked in Tanya showed me the map of Santa Barbara and gave me some restaurant recommendations which I love! Everything is within walking distance and the area is very safe. I would highly recommend staying here and will be back!

10

Stephanie

19 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Mary

10 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Harbor House Inn is our new favorite hotel in Santa Barbara. The staff The rooms are large and comfortable.

10

Valerie

8 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

What a great place to stay! Cody warmly welcomed us and provided information in a clear and enthusiastic manner. We appreciated the room layout and spaciousness. The location is perfect. We will return.

10

EILEEN

25 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Kent

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location. Friendly and helpful staff! Highly recommend.

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Location

Location is repeatedly praised as walkable to the harbor, Stearns Wharf/Funk Zone, State Street, and other attractions, in a quiet, safe neighborhood close to the beach.

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Julian

13 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This was such a great and nice place to stay really loved the room and the area was an ideal spot. Very close to downtown within walking distance, would definitely stay here again for future visits

10

Helen

8 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had a very pleasant weekend at Harbor House Inn. Property was clean and well kept with beach and restaurants within walking distance. Comfortable room with attention to detail decor and furnishings. Outdoor seating area is a bonus. Only drawback is the parking spaces are small, but there were street parking spaces available. Plan to stay again and would recommend it to friends and family.

10

Jandie

17 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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

10

Teresa

7 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location for walking the shore, dining, not to mention small and quaint!

10

Shante

29 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent stay, nice staff, clean room, wonderful walkable location. This was our second stay and I would to stay again.

10

Lisa

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautifully appointed property in lovely quiet residential neighborhood. Easy walking distance to the harbor, Stearns Wharf, State Street ( which is largely pedestrianized). The whole of the downtown is bike friendly also. Beach cruiser bikes are provided by the hotel as well. Would definitely recommend a stay here

10

Edward Joseph

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

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.

10

Chelsea

26 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

A cute and cozy beach vibe, walking distance to pier and restaurants.

10

Veronica

6 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This place was beautiful and perfect to the funk zone. The room was a mini home away from home. A block away from beach and a small walk away state street. Highly recommend and will be staying here again for sure.

10

Kent

7 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location. Friendly and helpful staff! Highly recommend.

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Dining

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Robert

6 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This wonderful small hotel is just one block back from the beach front. It is just a short walk from the Wharf and a variety of restaurants. The room was superbly equipped with everything needed for our stay as well as tea, fresh coffee and water. Snacks and fruit were available in reception. The bed was comfortable and the area is quiet whilst being so close to great places to eat. Staff were all friendly and helpful. What more could one ask for? A thoroughly enjoyable stay and would definitely stay again.

10

Yiqin

15 Jan 2025

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This property is so well appointed and only steps away from the beach. There is a kitchen and freshly grounded coffee, very large bathroom, definitely recommend.

10

John

14 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice having the coffee maker with half and half. Refrigerator with freezer area also nice! TV alittle complex but many streaming channels. Close to beach and restaurants!

10

Russell

5 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was the first time I stayed in Santa Barbara and was very pleased with the Harbor House Inn! All the employees are outstanding and very helpful. When I checked in Tanya showed me the map of Santa Barbara and gave me some restaurant recommendations which I love! Everything is within walking distance and the area is very safe. I would highly recommend staying here and will be back!

10

Juan Carlos

8 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,362 nights

The property is conveniently located near the ocean and within walking distance of many shops and restaurants. The rooms are large, and the kitchen is stocked with everything needed for a comfortable stay.

10

Ryan

21 Sept 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Hotel suite was nice. Studio apartment with good room. Sitting area while small, was fine but watching TV is mainly done on the bed. Full kitchen and coffee maker with coffee was great. Daily room cleaning if requested. Bed was very comfortable and I would stay there again. Location was ideal for quick walks to the beach or 10 minute walk to restaurants in the area 10/10.

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Bruce

24 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to beach. Room was clean. We had a kitchen to have meals in our room. Walls a bit thin. Our remote for the TV volume control did not work.

10

William

9 Nov 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Loved this place. It was so obvious how much of their heart the owners put in. Great location, free bikes and beach equipment. Also snacks at the front!

10

Jodi

8 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wow what a find! Staying for work in Santa Barbara on a low per diem makes it difficult to find quality places. But I was so pleasantly surprised with this place! The location was perfect. Walking distance to the boardwalk but not on a busy street (the train tracks are close but only came by in the morning when we were already up. Late sleepers might not like it but that affects all hotels in the area) I loved the room - the bed was divine! It had a kitchen and a table to work at. Right outside of the room was a cute area of Adirondack chairs to hang out in but it was too cold for us! The room was more like an AirBnb (in a good way) vs a hotel. Paper towels, plates, utensils, coffee/tea, organic bath products .it was wonderful. It is family owned and the people are so hospitable. Only thing (not a negative for me) was that there wasn’t a breakfast. Just walk down to Jeannine’s a couple blocks away and you will be good! I will stay here again in our same room. Loved it!

10

Mary Grace

29 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

It was a pleasant stay at the inn. The room has a Full kitchen, fridge, coffee maker, microwave, TV that moves or adjusts, cost rack, and sofa! There are plenty of places nearby such as the pier, multiple restaurants, and museum. You can rent a bike!

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