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Harbor View Inn | Santa Barbara, California | Virgin Atlantic Holidays

Santa Barbara, California

4 stars

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

Explore the local area

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

Hotel Information

Room Information
Room Upgrade 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.

Hotel details

Dining

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

Fun and Games

Outdoor oceanfront swimming pol and jacuzzi. Fitness centre.

Handy Stuff

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).

Additional Information

*Denotes local charge.

Trip advisor rating

4.3/5

1,850 reviews

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Excellent

53%

Very Good

31%

Average

Poor

Terrible

“Lovely hotel, disappointing attitude of senior staff.”

Oct 31, 2025Alison d

This is a charming hotel in an excellent position to explore Santa Barbara although there is no restaurant, bar or room service on site. However, we were disappointed in the attitude of the reservation team. My partner and I had both booked the hotel in error which we acknowledged and cancelled one reservation 36 hours before arrival. We were informed that we would be charged for 1 or 2 nights. Upon arrival we appealed for some leniency and a reduction in the excessive cancellation charge especially as the error was genuine and the hotel was not fully booked so we didn’t deprive anyone of a room and not did the hotel lose any revenue. We found the inflexibility of the front desk manager quite extraordinary and extremely disappointing that he could nor offer us any amelioration. He refused quite bluntly which left a nasty taste in our mouths at the start of our 3 day stay. I suggested that perhaps the $30 a night car parking fee, which I’ve read other travelers found excessive, could be forgiven or reduced but the answer was ‘no.’ I found the lack of compassion towards 2 senior travelers rather hurtful and unkind and the inability for the senior staff member to use any initiative shocking as we had found such warmth and helpfulness in the other 6 resorts we visited. I would ask the hotel management to really consider their treatment of their guests and to consider each situations on its merits and not just repeat “ its hotel policy.”

“Unwelcoming Stay”

Oct 21, 2025Marcello B

To start this off, this was our first trip to Santa Barbara. We were super excited to finally go on a nice vacation near the beach and simply enjoy ourselves. So we decided to choose Harbor View Inn after reading so many great positive reviews. After 5-6 hour drive, we expected to feel welcomed but this wasn’t the case. I have never in my life am the type to pull the race card nor complain about experiencing segregation due to the color of my skin. However from this stay I am disappointed that it still exists. It was VERY highly noticeable that the guests staying in the west wing were all of white descent. Remind you the west wing had all the accommodating necessities that you expect to experience from Santa Barbara like the pool, gym, full balcony, views etc. From our 3 nights 4 days stay. We have passed by the west wing every morning and late evening to get to the beach and back to our room. Just by passing through it was plain to see the people who walked in and out of that building and multiple different couples enjoying their time on their balcony were unfortunate for me to say but within the white descent. It was obvious what race was prioritized/accommodated for. We were put in the “North wing” where we felt excluded and hidden. Not to mention how we were spoken to by staff members especially Cameron (front desk) he was unwelcoming and LACKED Sympathy. We have been to so many hotels in CA but this was the first time we didn’t enjoy our stay. We highly don’t recommend.

“Best Birthday Visit”

Oct 17, 2025Judy S

If you need a bell hop - these two guys are the best, Thomas and Easton! They will take care of your every need, from assisting with your luggage, delivering to your room, any setup needed, getting ice, etc. They were the best!! We also had a small issue with one of our televisions. Once we phoned in the issue, they (Axl, Francisco, and Darren) were there immediately, and we mean immediately! They were all great and took care of the issue quickly, very knowledgeable and customer friendly!! We loved our stay and will always come back!!!

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Harbor View Inn

Santa Barbara, California

4 stars

Amenities

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

Explore the local area

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

Hotel Information

Room Information
Room Upgrade Information

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.

Hotel details

Dining

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

Fun and Games

Outdoor oceanfront swimming pol and jacuzzi. Fitness centre.

Handy Stuff

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).

Additional Information

*Denotes local charge.

Trip advisor rating

4.3/5

1,850 reviews

Location
Sleep Quality
Rooms
Service
Value
Cleanliness

Excellent

53%

Very Good

31%

Average

Poor

Terrible

“Lovely hotel, disappointing attitude of senior staff.”

Oct 31, 2025Alison d

“Unwelcoming Stay”

Oct 21, 2025Marcello B

“Best Birthday Visit”

Oct 17, 2025Judy S

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Fun and Games

Handy Stuff

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