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Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum
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Front of property
Reception
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Free daily continental breakfast
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • GymGymGym
The price is $251
$287 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13

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206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara City College6 min walk
  • Popular LocationStearns Wharf14 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Barbara Zoo4 min drive
  • AirportSanta Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)12 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Quaint property with beautiful nooks for seating. Comfortable beds in nicely appointed rooms. Very pleasant and helpfu...
Deepinder
Jun 1, 2024
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Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 290 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.7/10 Exceptional

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

Santa Barbara

Located near the beach, Lavender Inn by the Sea is in Santa Barbara Beach, a walkable area in Santa Barbara with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Leadbetter Beach, while Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Barbara Zoo. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests appreciate the hotel's central location.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara City College - 6 min walk
  • Stearns Wharf - 14 min walk
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Chad’s - 7 min walk
  • Finney's Crafthouse - 10 min walk
  • McConnell's Fine Ice Creams - 9 min walk
  • Brophy Bros. Santa Barbara - 11 min walk

About this property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Hotel near Santa Barbara City College
Located close to Carriage and Western Art Museum and Moreton Bay Fig Tree, Lavender Inn by the Sea provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at Lavender Inn by the Sea boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Mini fridges, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, French, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Lavender Inn Sea Santa Barbara
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Lavender Inn By The Sea Hotel Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

As of Jun 1, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on Jun 12, 2024 start from $251.1, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lavender Inn by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lavender Inn by the Sea located?

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Carriage and Western Art Museum, Santa Barbara City College, and Moreton Bay Fig Tree. Santa Barbara Maritime Museum and Leadbetter Beach are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 9 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1277 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deepinder

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint property with beautiful nooks for seating. Comfortable beds in nicely appointed rooms. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Inn conveniently located with a short walk to the beach and several restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lee at front desk was very helpful. Basic breakfast provided, it is so so. The location is unbeatable - being a few blocks to the beach. Would definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We only spent one night, but the staff was very friendly, the room was very clean and comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyse

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
AMAZING place! Cute, peaceful, with beautiful flowers and plant trellises all over. It gives an English cottage vibe. My Fiance and I LOVED our time here. But my favorite part is how much you get for your money. When we checked in they let us know there was a complimentary champagne bottle in our room, complimentary breakfast served 7am-10am and free bike and DVD rentals upon request! It feels like you can actually go on vacation and just just relax and have fun and enjoy the hotel and space and area and the staff are so nice and helpful! I don't think I've ever been at a hotel where it didn't feel like I was price gouged, but also the place was out of a storybook, the area is RIGHT by downtown AND the beach, and so much comes with your room. This was truly my favorite hotel I've ever stayed in. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful two story inn, well-maintained and one block from the beach. Trendy shopping and dining areas area short walk away. The continental breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese were great bonuses, and the staff were very attentive and helpful. We will stay here next time we are in town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean inn. Friendly and attentive staff. The only negative thing was that our room was next to the office and each morning we were waken up at 6 am by the staff making noise behind the wall.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tzlil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant hotel. Slightly dated interior but served our purposes quite well. Close to the main drag. Warm pool. Parking included.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

lulu

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cute and cozy
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Donna, PORT HUENEME

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Lavender Inn. It is a lovely hotel with comfortable beds, complimentary champagne was a nice treat! Within walking distance to the beach & wharf . Only one thing we would have liked is if non dairy creamer were available. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael, Schindellegi

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smelly room, old furniture, soft old mattress, very Old and smelly air-conditioning. This place is As far as rooms and building are concerned, better than motel fix anywhere Country
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Helene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice inn in a good location. Wine and cheese in the afternoon it is a nice touch. Nice seating area outside. Rooms are a bit outdated but clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Anahi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was an overall good stay. The hotel is very outdated. The room was stuffy and humid. On the up side, everything was walkable distance and the bed was comfortable and the shower was nice. The windows were not very private.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Extremely conveniently located and great service. Looking forward to staying again soon!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. It was a great location to walk around. I'd stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very nice . The breakfast was pretty good and healthy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent spot!! Front desk staff are very helpful and friendly!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Kailua-Kona,

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds very comfortable. Great shower. Lots of charging stations. Really appreciated being able to check in early, very grateful. Warm pool and nice lounging area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful property, with clean, spacious rooms. The happy hour and breakfast are an added bonus. We walked 2 blocks to the beach in the morning, and when it was time to leave, we hopped on the freeway just up the street. It was quiet and peaceful overnight. The front desk staff couldn't have been nicer. We'll be back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lavender Inn is lovely. Special thanks to the receptionist who gave us lots of lovely recommends for our stay in Santa Barbara. The grounds around then room are especially lovely and the swimming pool is an added bonus. Delicious breakfast and free wine in the afternoon included.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly, Crestview Hills

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was absolutely impeccable. The rooms were well appointed and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! We will be back. Friendly staff, great breakfast, clean room and very large compared to a typical hotel room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5