Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

28 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101

Harbor View Inn stands as Santa Barbara's only 4-Diamond boutique oceanfront hotel across from West Beach and historic Stearns Wharf. The property features Spa Beaumontia, two spa tubs, a sauna, and an adults-only fitness center with treadmills and free weights.

Spacious Ocean View Rooms

The spacious rooms at Harbor View Inn include private balconies or patios with city or ocean views. Accommodations range from standard rooms to 1000-square-foot suites, each equipped with HDTVs, Keurig coffeemakers, minibars stocked with local organic items, and waffle weave bathrobes.

Local Culinary Experience

Full food and beverage service is available poolside through the pool bar or room service. The property emphasizes locally grown fruits and vegetables, with Santa Barbara's Urban Wine Trail within walking distance.

Pool and Wellness

The ocean view pool deck features a heated swimming pool with a dedicated children's area. Harbor View Inn's fitness center includes elliptical machines, stationary bikes, and a universal gym, while Spa Beaumontia offers massages and facials.

Central Beach Location

Located in West Beach, the hotel sits 10 minutes from Santa Barbara Amtrak. The Reagan Ranch Center, Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, and downtown's boutiques and restaurants are all within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Queen Room

Max:

3 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Sauna

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

City view

Shower

Sauna

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

42 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Sauna

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Santa Barbara4300 ft

Airports

Santa Barbara (SBA) 12.7 mi

Presidente Itamar Franco (iza) 30.3 mi

Train

Santa Barbara Amtrak1400 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

USD 32 per day

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Valet parking
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Stores/Commercial services

Dining

Poolside snack bar

Business

Business center
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cribs
Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Jacuzzi
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

28 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101

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28 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, California, United States of America, 93101

City landmarks

Parks

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

1.2 mi

Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

1.5 mi

132-A Harbor Way

Santa Barbara Harbor

4000 ft

Chapala St & Montecito Street

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

2200 ft

122 W Canon Perdido St # 122

Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum

1.0 mi

Museums

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

3700 ft

Museums

Santa Barbara Museum of Art

1.2 mi

School

Santa Barbara City College

3800 ft

Yanonali Street

Funk Zone

2500 ft

Museums

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara

4000 ft

Museums

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

1.0 mi

Museums

Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum

4200 ft

401 Shoreline Dr

Los Banos Del Mar

1.1 mi

Parks

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

1.1 mi

706 E Mason St

Santa Barbara Art Glass

1.1 mi

Nearby

Harbor

Stearns Wharf

1800 ft

Museums

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

1200 ft

211 Stearns Wharf

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

1200 ft

Parks

Ambassador Park

1100 ft

Winery

Santa Barbara Wine Collective

1600 ft

217 State St

Reagan Ranch Center

1200 ft

129 Castillo St

Carriage and Western Art Museum

1900 ft

Beach

West Beach

1100 ft

Parks

Chase Palm Park

2000 ft

16 Helena Ave

Santa Barbara Surfing Museum

700 ft

Beach

Loquita Santa Barbara

1400 ft

62 W Cabrillo Blvd

Waterfront

200 ft

Store

Surf N Wear's The Beach House

400 ft

216 East Yanonali Street

Metropulos Fine Foods Merchant

1800 ft

112 W Cabrillo Blvd

Santa Barbara County Veterans

500 ft

Restaurants

Finney's

800 ft

35 State St Suite A

Bluewater Grill

700 ft

15 East Cabrillo Avenue

Goat Tree

900 ft

36 State St

Santa Barbara FisHouse

1000 ft

101 E Cabrillo Blvd

Sambo's Restaurant

1000 ft

216 West Cabrillo Boulevard

Santo Mezcal

1100 ft

119 State St

Flor De Maiz

800 ft

29 E Cabrillo Blvd

Enterprise Fish Co

1700 ft

225 State Street

Helena Avenue Bakery

1800 ft

131 Anacapa St Ste C

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

7.6

Location

9.6

Service

6.6

Dining

7.4

4/5 based on 1617 reviews

#18 of 55 hotels in Santa Barbara based on Tripadvisor

Evelyn

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.8/10

I had an overall lovely stay at the Harbor View Inn. My room with an ocean view exceeded my expectations, featuring stunning décor and perfect cleanliness. While the service was friendly and welcoming, I encountered some noise issues and the lack of a full-service restaurant was a downside. However, the inviting pool area and convenient location made for an enjoyable trip.

Rooms

10.0

My King room with ocean view was stunning, beautifully decorated, and spotlessly clean. The balcony view was jaw-dropping.

Service

8.0

The staff were generally friendly and helpful, though there were times when service felt a bit rushed or curt.

Location

10.0

The location was fantastic—right near the beach and in easy walking distance to restaurants and shops.

Dining

8.0

Although there was no full restaurant on site, the nearby café had limited options and the beverage service was slightly overpriced.

Facilities

8.0

The pool area was lovely, with plenty of loungers and towels, adding to my enjoyment despite some noise at night.

John

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.8/10

My stay at the Harbor View Inn was a mix of wonderful views and frustrating maintenance issues. I loved the spacious rooms with beautiful ocean views, but encountered multiple problems such as a broken bath drain and leaky sink. The staff was friendly, but I felt a bit nickel-and-dimed with extra charges for water and phone chargers.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were nice and spacious, offering great views of the beach and pool area. However, I had a few issues, like a broken drain in the bathtub and a toilet that never flushed during my stay.

Service

5.0

Valet service was excellent. They parked my car in the shade, which was convenient for later use. However, the maintenance response was unsatisfactory when I reported the issues.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a fantastic location. It’s just a short stroll to the beach and local restaurants. Definitely a prime spot for enjoying Santa Barbara.

Dining

6.0

Room service and poolside food were pretty good. However, the lack of a full restaurant on-site made dining options a bit limited. I had nice light snacks, but it would have been nice to have more variety.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities included a pool with beach towels. I appreciated the cleanliness and general upkeep, but I hoped for more comfortable lounge chairs and a cocktail bar by the pool, which was missing.

Christopher

United Kingdom, February 2025

6.6/10

I had a stay at Harbor View Inn that had its ups and downs. The location was absolute perfection, right across from the beach and a short walk to many great restaurants. However, the room I stayed in wasn’t what I expected, and the service could have been better. Overall, I enjoyed the beautiful views but felt there were some areas that needed improvement. 🌅

Rooms

5.0

The room was spacious and clean, but my specific bed request was not honored, which made for an uncomfortable night. 😟

Service

5.0

While the front desk staff was friendly, there was an issue with my room that was not resolved satisfactorily.

Location

10.0

The location was ideal, just steps from the beach and close to a variety of dining options and shops.

Dining

8.0

While I didn't eat at the hotel, there were plenty of excellent restaurants nearby that I enjoyed.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had decent amenities, though the pool could use some refurbishment and there were no restaurant options inside.

Robin

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.0/10

I had a nice stay at Harbor View Inn, loved the beachy location and the spacious room with a stunning ocean view. However, the parking situation was a bit odd and inconvenient, and I wished there were dining options on-site instead of having to venture out for meals. Overall, it's a solid choice if you're looking for comfort and proximity to the beach.

Rooms

10.0

The room was spacious and clean, with a large seating area, comfy king bed, and a great view of the beach and harbor. The bathroom was also impressively big, making it a wonderful retreat after a long day.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and helpful, always greeting me with a smile. Though there were minor hiccups, like missing bathroom amenities, they were attentive enough to ensure I had a pleasant experience overall.

Location

10.0

I couldn't have asked for a better location. Right across from the beach, and within walking distance of so many fantastic restaurants and the shopping district on State Street. It was ideal for exploring Santa Barbara.

Dining

7.0

While there was no dining on-site, I found great options nearby, especially Jeannine's just a stroll away for breakfast and lunch. It would be nice to have some food available at the hotel itself, though.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were decent, with valet parking and a nice pool area, though I did miss having ice makers and complimentary water in the room.

Eva

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.4/10

I had a lovely, if short, stay at Harbor View Inn. The room was large and stylish, with a modern bathroom that had a fantastic two-person shower. The location was perfect for beach access and nearby dining options, but I did face some unexpected charges that put a slight damper on my experience. 🌊✨

Rooms

7.0

My room in the north wing was spacious and modern, although I noticed that the layout involved a slight climb down stairs to access it. Overall, the room felt very clean and well-maintained, just a bit disconnected for convenience.

Service

6.0

The staff were friendly and made good food recommendations, but I did find the customer service a bit lacking when it came to resolving issues quickly or accommodating room requests.

Location

10.0

The location is undoubtedly a highlight, right across from the beach and near plenty of restaurants and shops. It made for an ideal base to explore Santa Barbara! 🌅

Dining

8.0

Breakfast options were decent; I particularly enjoyed the pastries and gourmet egg dishes from the restaurant next door. It’s a great way to start the day!

Facilities

6.0

While the pool area was nice, I encountered some maintenance issues like a lukewarm hot tub and trouble with the elevator. Such inconveniences can be frustrating, especially for a high-end experience.