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Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum
your current months are February, 2025 and March, 2025.
February 2025
March 2025

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Front of property
Exterior
Property amenity
Courtyard
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan

Explore the area

Map
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara City College
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exterior

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Pool
Hot tub
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Parking included
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for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Santa Barbara

Lavender Inn by the Sea puts you in the heart of Santa Barbara, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Barbara City College. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.

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, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 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

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum
Lavender Inn by the Sea offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Lavender Inn by the Sea also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Lavender Inn by the Sea offers 23 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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
  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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

What is the cancellation policy at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Lavender Inn by the Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 22 Jan 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on 26 Jan 2025 start from AU$288.43, including 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 parking available at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yep, Lavender Inn by the Sea has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yep, Lavender Inn by the Sea is a short 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking and sailing.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Lavender Inn by the Sea has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Lavender Inn by the Sea family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Lavender Inn by the Sea is a hit with families.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests adore the free continental brekkie here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, Lavender Inn by the Sea does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 935 out of 1277 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 232 out of 1277 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1277 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1277 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1277 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dulce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice boutique hotel within easy walking distance to downtown, wharf and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very helpful and friendly staff. Every employee we encountered was polite and professional. The rooms had a ‘sewer-like’ odor. They had air conditioners that were noisy but room(s) were humid and got too warm and stuffy. The outside seating areas were wonderful as was the area where breakfast and wine tasting were provided. Overall, we enjoyed our stay but wished rooms were a bit more updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place - clean and attractive
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean small inn, close to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Rae

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and clean. Overall nothing wrong just not worth the price tag. There are other areas nearby that were much much nicer for a similar price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, conveniently close to beach area and restaurants. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Claudia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small quaint hotel and very close to walk the beach and harbor
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vacationers from Texas
I booked based on the location and information from other travelers regarding the comfort of the beds, nothing like a comfy bed after a day of traveling. Front desk was super nice guys. Loved the lavender gifts in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great and friendly service. Perfect place for a 3 day trip. Good location will come again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John (Jake)

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very good hotel in walking distance to the harbor and restaurants. They offer a decent continental breakfast. The staff was nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We visited for our son's wedding and when we arrived to check in they upgraded us from a king room to a king room with a queen bed. The queen bed was located in a bedroom off or room which made for extra room for us to get ready for the wedding. The room was clean and we enjoyed it. The bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was nice but on day two we needed to call to their sister hotel across the street because the coffee out was empty. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Comfy bed! Clean and spacious. Nice pool and sitting areas. Walking distance to harbor, beach, downtown State St., Funk zone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

dylan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend this zone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alexis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Eli was great. The only complaint we have is that the smell from the sink was pretty bad. It reminded me of when I went to Cancun last year and had really bad plumbing, the stench was palpable. I don’t know if this is fixable, and I wouldn’t mention it in a public review, but I urge you to perhaps investigate maybe some enzyme sticks or other ways to mitigate the smell.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
CA roadtrip
Lovely little motel in centre of Santa Barbara near to bars and restaurants. Great pool, great welcome, great Happy Hour and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, easy walk to beach. Many nearby dining options. Staff are incredibly friendly. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024