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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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Front of property
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Fitness facility
Property amenity
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.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

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
$289 nightly
The total price is $330
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Tomorrow

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Exterior

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  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
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The price is $329
$289 nightly
$329 total
Total includes taxes and fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
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About the neighborhood

Map
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.7 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 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

At Lavender Inn by the Sea, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. You can go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Santa Barbara Bowl and University of California, Santa Barbara 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

9.4/10

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
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Beach
Wines
Bed
Restaurant
Champagne
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast offered a good variety and was a highlight for many guests, with some mentioning mini quiches and chocolate muffins as favorites. (129 reviews)
  • The property is within walking distance to the beach and offers easy access to beach activities. (60 reviews)
  • The pool was a great size, clean, and a lovely place to relax, with some guests even using it daily. (29 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Very comfortable great breakfast and ambiance
Niccole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is in a good location, continental breakfast was good. The room was comfortable and the lavender sachet was a nice touch.
denise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience

Excellent people at the front desk. When we checked in we were given a list of popular breweries and wine tasting rooms. The common area was lovely. The workers in the pool area and grounds were very friendly. When we checked out Lee helped us and store our luggage and was very helpful.
karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super cute boutique hotel!
Korrina, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay and loved having bikes that we could use!
Renee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Simple but very nice hotel
Stephanie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay. Easy walk to the beach.
Alaric, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The trip for my son’s birthday weekend for 3 nights. Being in July, the price was high, but the location was wonderful as we could walk to the wharf, jetty, beach, and café’s on State Street. The room was small but comfortable, and it was nice having a fridge and a microwave. I have to say, though, being an Asian American single mom, I noticed that the front desk staff were a bit uncomfortable with me. I’m not sure I will stay at the Lavender Inn again.
Joanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay
Sherie, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Place to Stay

Nice cozy place to stay. Walking distance, 12-15mins, to the pier or to State St./Funk Zone. The sister property across the street had free bike rentals. That came in handy and we enjoyed them for each day of our stay. Service there was great. The lobby team at Lavendar Inn left a bit to be desired, bit of lacky in cust. service, but everything else was great. Good location.
Mike, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay here all the time to visit my daughter and it’s always a comfortable and hospitable stay. Clean and convenient location to everything in Santa Barbara.
Michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’m man this place was so beautiful and peaceful I mean it was our anniversary and wanted to get away from the busy life and as soon as we got there everything was stuck in time and relaxing me and my lady had an amazing anniversary thanks to the lavender in
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
Joey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet place

This hotel is clean and quiet in a convenient neighborhood to the downtown Santa Barbara area and a few minutes walk to the harbor.
Nga, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff and an excellent location
jana, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute hidden gem in a safe and quiet area with breakfast and afternoon happy hour, dated but for the most part well kept.
Silvia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very quaint little property. Great for a short stay. Very close to down town as well
Ashish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love, love this place!

We loved this hotel! Got there and there was happy hour upon arrival. Delicious wines and cheese, crackers and cookies. Friendly staff and adorable hotel. Loved our room And comfy beds…yes, furniture in room 3 could use updating and some scuff marks on doors and trim, but overall loved the feel of this place. Also, loved the breakfast with mini quiches and chocolate muffins being our favorite. Loved the location just blocks from beach and surrounding restaurants and activities. We wil be back for sure!
Joel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Darling property, nice rooms and great staff
Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location and easy walk to the beach and local hot spots. Charming inn that feels like someone’s home.
Dianna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place was amazing. The gave us upgrade because of our anniversary. The room was clean, quiet and comfy. We loved the afternoon cheese and wine. The putdoor sitting areas were relaxing too. They let us leve our bags at the desk after checking out so we could enjoy more time before leaving ny train. Loved our stay. Thank you.
Carrie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

The room was very comfortable with lots of extras. We had a delightful stay and plan to go back.
Penelope, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good choice

Excellent position. Very clean and comfortable. Lovely breakfast and complimentary wine and cheese in the evening.
Susan, 2-night trip