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#19 of 58 hotels in Santa Barbara
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Welcome to Santa Barbara's premier 4-Diamond boutique oceanfront hotel. Centrally located to the beach, downtown shops, restaurants, museums and attractions. Enjoy all of our wonderful amenities which include heated pool and jacuzzi, gift shop, and fitness center
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Beach
Taxi service
Business Centre with Internet Access
Parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Sauna
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Safe
Telephone
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
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Room types
Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
4.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Harbour View
Bay View
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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4.0 of 5 bubbles1,752 reviews
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The Harbor View Inn enjoys accolades for its prime location near Stearns Wharf, offering guests easy access to the beach and local shopping. A favorite among many travelers for its spacious rooms with modern touches and stunning views, the hotel also boasts a historical charm and is consistently commended for its cleanliness. While amenities generally meet guests' expectations for comfort and convenience, and the staff often receives praise for their attentiveness, opinions on value are divided, with some concerns over high costs and service inconsistencies.
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Historic
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Inconsistent
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Meghann D wrote a review Jan 2024
2 contributions1 helpful vote
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.
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Date of stay: January 2024
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Tim T wrote a review Jul 2022
3 contributions4 helpful votes
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I recently stayed at the Harbor View Inn and can't rave enough on the location and service. The pool was an amazing addition to the amenities. Cynthia at the front desk took amazing care of us and I will definitely be back to stay!
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Responded Jul 13, 2022
Hello Tim Thank-you for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope you can return soon. Mark A. Romasanta G. M.
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Pierre M. C. wrote a review Jan 2024
London, United Kingdom16 contributions4 helpful votes
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.
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Date of stay: October 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Burculian wrote a review Dec 2023
Norwalk, California51 contributions57 helpful votes
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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!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Trip type: Travelled with family
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Anayeli C wrote a review Dec 2023
2 contributions1 helpful vote
This is my 3rd time staying at this amazing hotel! Amazing customer service and all the staff makes you feel at home and welcomed! Beautiful ocean view room with balcony! The room was very clean and such cute decor. We enjoyed our friend’s trip very much. Close to everything which is a plus. Walking distance to the beach and downtown SB. I would definitely stay here again. Thanks for the amazing hospitality!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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Deborah M wrote a review Dec 2023
Santa Barbara, California6 contributions1 helpful vote
Checking In: When checking in to the Harbor View Inn it is always a pleasure. Everyone is very kind and pleasant. During this visit there were some outstanding employess that stood out to me becuase they went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. At the front desk Cameron and Brenda were amazing they both were so polite and knowelegable of the area and also asked if I needed anything to make our stay more pleasant. Rosalyn (spelling) was also so helpful at immediate check in its like she knew me for years even though we just met. The bellman were also very helpful everytime I saw them in the weekend I was there. Both Brandon and Miles couldn't have been more helpful in giving directions or helping with luggage or just keeping the door open. If you have not visit this hotel in Santa Barbara you are missing out. Next time you plan a trip to sunny Santa Barbara you must stay here, its also across from the beach and it a great location to all the hot spots. Just ask one of these employees where the cool spots are and they will show you the way. See you next time guys!!!
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Date of stay: December 2023
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KelsieNyshell wrote a review Dec 2023
Portland, Oregon48 contributions9 helpful votes
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I'm a frequent guest, and ever stay is nothing short of amazing. The staff is expectational (this trip I was helped by bellmen Miles and Brandon who went above an beyond to help me with my luggage and getting me water when I so desperately needed it. The front desk team is always so courteous and has amazing recommendations, thanks Brenda and Cameron!) The location boasts breathtaking views, and the rooms are a haven of comfort and cleanliness. It's my go-to retreat and I can't recommend it enough.
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Date of stay: December 2023
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chr_8 wrote a review Dec 2023
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On arrival my room in the north annex was clean and quiet and from my terrace I had a peek at the ocean between other buildings. The hotel is conveniently located near Stearn's Wharf and in walking distance of several attractions. The bird of paradise flowers planted throughout the property attract hummingbirds. My bed was nicely made every day and the bathroom had been cleaned. However vacuuming apparently didn't happen as I found a partial piece of kleenex on the carpet in the afternoon of my return one day. Also, they provide only 4 K cups (two coffee, one decaf, and one green tea). The tea was not replenished by housekeeping which necessitated a call to the front desk to the remedy the situation. As for the front desk it is totally a crap shoot whether you will receive any service at all. Several front desk personnel were unable to help me and suggested I come back later to talk to someone else, one was confused about walking distances nearby, and one person who helped me place an Uber order for the following day entered the wrong address which caused a minor problem the following day. Mind you this was at the "special meeting rate" of over $300 a day. Next time I will stay elsewhere.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Harmanpreet S wrote a review Nov 2023
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I will give 1 star to this hotel. We stayed in a suite and we didnt feel we get the service that a normal 2 star hotel has to offer.. The cell phone service is non existential in the room and on top of that the wifi of the hotel is super bad. There is no wifi connection and no cell phone service if you are in the room 106 and you will only get signals in the hotel lobby.. The amenities in the room are like 20 years old and does not really matches with what other 4 star property would offer. I have to keep my room door open and sit next to the door to get bare minimum wifi in order to call someone or search some restaurants.. this is a hell a lot inconvenient and many a times stressful for guests.. the wifi signal mesher/extender is barely 100 dollars cost and could solve the problem. The iron in the room does not work at all..it takes forever to warm up and is never hot enough to do the job. The shower drain got stuck twice and it is gross to deal with these situations.. the motel 6 showers would be even better in my opinion.. Oh yes the biggest inconvenience for us since we have a 3 yr old with us. The hotel doesn't have a single microwave in the hotel so if you are planning to come with little kids who would need milk or food warmed up then this is not a right place for you! We got no fan in the bedroom space... which was a bummer too! I think i wont even pay 100 dollars per night for the inconvenience we have experienced staying here. Good sides: - room big and spacious - good cleaning service - very close to harbor - jacuzzi
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Response from Mark Romasanta, General Manager at Harbor View Inn
Responded Nov 29, 2023
Thank you for the positive comments I am very sorry you had issues with your stay The room’s furniture was new as of last year I think you cell provider was the problem I was on property when you had your issue and I came to the location of your room and service was fine. We do not have microwave ovens in any rooms our amenities are clearly listed on our web site Again I am sorry about your stay Please contact me directly and I will be happy to offer you a discount on a future visit Thank you Mark A Romasanta G M
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Tom G wrote a review Nov 2023
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We were only there for 2 nights, but the hotel was perfectly located to explore Santa Barbara. We were very grateful that we could check in early and I think we got a small upgrade to a sea view room. The rooms are modern and spacious and the pool area does the job. Unfortunately the pool bar wasn't open / staffed for some reason. It's also a shame there wasn't a breakfast option included and the parking was quite expensive, considering the car park was half empty most of the time.
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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C$425 - C$517 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
148
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Frequently Asked Questions about Harbor View Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Harbor View Inn?
Nearby attractions include Moreton Bay Fig Tree (0.4 km), Reagan Ranch Center (0.4 km), and Stearns Wharf (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Harbor View Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and a fitness centre.
Which room amenities are available at Harbor View Inn?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Harbor View Inn?
Guests can enjoy free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Harbor View Inn?
Yes, paid private parking on-site is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Harbor View Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Toma Restaurant and Bar, Finney's, and The Lark.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Harbor View Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Harbor View Inn?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Harbor View Inn?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to Harbor View Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Santa Barbara County Courthouse (1.7 km), Old Mission Santa Barbara (3.6 km), and Casa del Herrero (5.6 km).