Harbor View Inn offers stylish oceanfront accommodations with many suites featuring balconies and spectacular views of Santa Barbara. Guests enjoy a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, adults-only fitness room, and a spa with facials and massages, complemented by nearby dining and bar options.
What's Included:
🌊 Oceanfront rooms and suites with balconies
🏊♂️ Heated outdoor pool and hot tub
🏋️ Adults-only fitness center
💆 Spa services including facials and massages
🍽️ Poolside bar and grill, coffee bar
Important Information:
Parking: On-site parking available with feeDining: No full-service restaurant on-site; nearby options plentifulCheck-in: Contact property for detailsPool Bar: Open seasonallyPolicy: Cancellation policy requires 72 hours noticeThe hotel blends luxury and comfort steps from the beach and local attractions, ideal for urban beach escapes.
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🌅 West Wing for Best Views: Book rooms in the West Wing to enjoy balconies, pool-side access, and superior ocean views.
🏊 Pool Bar Seasonality: The poolside bar is open only seasonally, so plan accordingly if expecting on-site drinks.
🚗 Parking Fees Apply: Self-parking involves a daily fee of approximately $30; budget ahead for this added cost.
🕒 Cancellation Policy Strictness: Guests must cancel at least 72 hours before arrival to avoid fees—longer than most hotels.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Harbor View Inn impresses guests with its unbeatable beachfront location, spacious rooms, excellent views, and attentive staff, especially front desk personnel. Many praise the roomy suites with balconies and the heated pool and spa. Some drawbacks mentioned repeatedly include the strict cancellation policy, the additional parking fee, limited on-site services such as no restaurant or bar open year-round, and occasional front desk challenges. Nonetheless, the overall sentiment is positive, especially for travelers prioritizing location and room quality.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
