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Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Carriage and Western Art Museum

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
In the heart of Santa Barbara, Lavender Inn by the Sea offers a tranquil retreat. Begin your day with continental breakfast, then unwind in the garden or by the fireplace in the lobby. With an outdoor pool, bike rentals and free WiFi throughout your stay is sure to be relaxing.

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $261
includes taxes & fees
$229 per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 46 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 12 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Lavender Inn by the Sea puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. You can go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.

Languages

English, French, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Pool gate
  • Fence around the pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

Lavender Inn
Lavender Inn Sea
Lavender Inn Sea Santa Barbara
Lavender Sea Santa Barbara
Lavender Inn By The Sea Hotel Santa Barbara
Lavender Sea
Lavender Inn by the Sea Hotel
Lavender Inn by the Sea Santa Barbara
Lavender Inn by the Sea Hotel Santa Barbara

Frequently asked questions

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Lavender Inn by the Sea does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Lavender Inn by the Sea and nearby?

Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and sailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a garden.

What's the area around Lavender Inn by the Sea like?

Lavender Inn by the Sea is in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers say the local area is very central with fantastic beaches.

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Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Location
Breakfast
Beach
Wines
Bed
Restaurant
Champagne
Amenities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a wonderful continental breakfast with a variety of options and a nice selection of baked goods. (123 reviews)
  • The property's location is ideal for beach access, with many guests mentioning its proximity to the beach and pier. (55 reviews)
  • The pool was a great size, clean, and a lovely place to relax. (28 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!

The woman at the front desk was lovely and very helpful! The courtyard is cute and comfy. The beds and pillows were great.
Denise, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice hotel

The bed was very comfortable, the room was very clean the bathroom was great also. We were close to the beach and to the center of town. We had a great time.
Jeffrey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very enjoyable and comfortable stay
Edward, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is in a lovely location with friendly staff. Really enjoyed my stay!
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely

Great shower. Comfortable beds. Great location!
Great view and fresh air!
Trisha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Third time stay here, always WONDERFUL!

All the front desk staff are very friendly, polite, professional abd courteous. The compliment breakfast and afternoon wine happy hours are AWESOME!!
Sasikarn, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice find for us we will stay here again.

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks for a great stay, the staff was awesome.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location to stay in Santa Barbara

We loved staying here! The location was excellent, the rooms spacious and comfortable, and we appreciated the happy hour and breakfast services. The front desk staff were cheerful and helpful. Highly recommended!
Liz, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here for a weekend trip to Santa Barbara and it was great! The location is close to all the local sites and the rooms are comfortable and quiet. Recommend for anyone looking to enjoy Santa Barbara.
Edwardo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellence

Excellent start! Great service and perfect lcation
Bonnie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and great hotel!

Really nice and great hotel. Great check-in by Aron. Great restaurants nearby. Pool was heated. Bed somewhat to soft. Will return if I´m coming back to the city.
Ola, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Santa Barbara

Nice clean hotel. Short walk to the beach.
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Recommend

Very nice visit, great location and value for the price.
LISA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

On a busy street
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property

Beautiful property, well maintained with excellent personal touches. Great breakfast and helpful staff.
Sharon, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming small hotel with friendly staff and great atmosphere.
George, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little hotel close to the beach and downtown. Free parking, free breakfast, free wine and cheese and free bikes!!
Erin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy room, great breakfast bar, love the free bikes. Great location! 2 blocks to beach
Mark, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place in a great location.

Such a great place, warm welcoming smiles at check in and lots of advice on what to do etc. Excellent location, and easy to walk to nearby restaurants and bars. The bed was amazing and the shower great too. It’s a bit dated, and could do with some modernizing but it’s great for the road trip stay.
Brendan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super cute property. Very quaint and close to everything.
Kendra Myers, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice rooms, near beaches, beautiful grounds, great breakfast I would stay here again.
Patricia Champagne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful inn a few blocks from the beach
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hidden jewel in Santa Barbara.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute and close!

We had the best time at Lavender Inn by the Sea and will definitely be staying again. The room was very cute and the hotel was great walking distance from downtown Santa Barbara. Highly recommend!
1-night trip