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Harbor View Inn: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Santa Barbara, California
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“This is THE place to stay in Santa Barbara”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2012

I had an excellent experience here. The rooms are very nice. The service is over the top spectacular. Marco and the others at the front desk went to great lengths to insure our visit was flawless. The men in the parking lot could not have been more professional (my hat off to Paul and Tosh...great job!). If you're new to the area the location is wonderful. You're right across the street from the pier, a beautiful beach, and Marina.

I swim and swam twice a day here. The grounds are meticulously kept, and the owners of this establishment should be complimented.

I enjoyed my stay here so much that I will continue to recommend this hotel to all my friends and clients.

Thank you Harbor View Inn, and all the best! Keep up the good work!

Sincerely,

Mark Danforth Lomas

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  • Stayed January 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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“Very happy with this Hotel”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2012 via mobile

Very nice hotel. Clean, spacious, and right near the water. Restaurants and the main strip is a good walk, but there shouldn't be anything wrong with some exercise.

My only disappointment was that after paying a good penny for the room we still had to pay additional for parking.

The surrounding area is calm and beautiful. Definitely a romantic place to stay.

  • Stayed February 2012
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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“A real Gem”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2012

This hotel opposite the Pier is a real Gem. Warm and inviting greeting. The room was a little dated in decor but very comfortable, lovely bathroom and spotlessly clean. The room had a great balcony overlooking the pool and the esplanade and pier. Would have loved to have stayed another night or two to appreciate Santa Barbara's beauty. Great location and would definitely stay at this Hotel again.

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  • Stayed January 2012, traveled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Morgan Hill, California
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39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
“THE VIEW”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2012

Stayed at one of the suites facing the ocean WHAT A VIEW!! Romantic, Clean, Classy
and... THE VIEW>

  • Stayed January 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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San Rafael, California
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Great Beach hotel in the center of town”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2012

We stayed for 3 nights at this lovely property, located at the foot of State St. in the center of Ol Town Santa Barbara. Just across the street, about a 2 minute walk is Sterns Wharf and a wonderful broad beach that extends for miles in either direction.

The front desk staff is friendly and very helpful with lots of ideas for the immediate vicinity or the Central coast wine country that is only about a 45 min drive east in the beautiful Santa Ynez Mountains.

If you stay during the week in off season, they run a special that prices most rooms , even their Deluxe Ocean View at the same price as a garden view.

Room Tip: Ask for a room facing the beach for great sun sets. Sit on the balcony and sip a bit of wine and enj...
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  • Stayed February 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Also Known As:
Harbor View Hotel Santa Barbara
Harbor View Hotel
Santa Barbara Harbor View Inn
Harbor View Santa Barbara
Harbor View Inn Santa Barbara
Address: 28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
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Region: United States > California > Santa Barbara
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 On the Beach Hotels in Santa Barbara
#5 Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara
#7 Romantic Hotels in Santa Barbara
#9 Family Hotels in Santa Barbara
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
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, Full service Spa,room service, gift shop, fitness center, coffee bar and restaurant, Eladio's. ... more   less 
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