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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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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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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 CNY1,322
CNY1,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive
  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 43 min drive
  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Goleta Station - 15 min drive
  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

When you stay at Lavender Inn by the Sea, you'll be in a fantastic location, just a 5-minute walk from Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara City College. You can go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Harbor are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.

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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 10-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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Reviews

Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with a good variety, generous portions, and a lovely touch of wine and cheese in the afternoon. (175 reviews)
  • The property is very close to the beach, making it an ideal location for beachgoers. (79 reviews)
  • The pool was a great place to relax, clean, and a nice size for a quick soak or swim. (37 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable bed, room was super clean and well appointed, nice large room. The continental breakfast and evening happy hour was a great bonus. Highly recommend, will be staying there again!
Debi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The Breakfast was delicious. The staff was kind and helpful and the rooms were clean and well put together
Benjamin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Parking was safe and easy. Breakfast and happy hour were very good. Nice place. Rooms were clean.
terry, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

All around perfect
Aldo, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Really like this hotel and have stayed there a few times. Friendly and attentive staff. Free parking, WiFi, continental breakfast and use of bicycles. A nice little gem in Santa Barbara that's close to the beach and downtown.
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes, the room was clean and the staff was exceptional. The breakfast was well prepared and plentiful. The parking was available near our room.
steve, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

very comfortable
Luis, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed our stay very much
christy, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, welcoming staff, afternoon cheese and wine, very good breakfast, beautiful grounds, proximity to the beach.
Sona, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay
Mayur, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay was excellent. The staff was friendly and helpful. The room and whole facility was very charming. Bed excellent.
Hal, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Easy access to waterfront. Clean room with nice amenities. Nice bed. Beautifully landscaped and well maintained.
Donna, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it! Repeat guests
Nancy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean and Nice room. Quiet place, exepct from the road, but thats was okey. Hope to come back☺️
Yvonne, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy place with great location.
Robert, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff was excellent and room clean.
Avamarie, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The rooms are a little dated in terms of just the furniture? carpet and bed firmness. But it’s a walkable location to beach and State St. It has a beautiful pool and it was a comfortable overall experience.
Mollie, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff and location are excellent. Complimentary continental breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese very nice. Room amenities a bit dated - no smart tv, window AC unit.
Walter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay!
Bala Yamini, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Rooms are very outdated but great location and breakfast
Kenan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was friendly, room was tidied and towels were changed daily. Breakfast was great.
Larry, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, easy check in, great location. Very easy walk to the beach. We got there early, our room wasn't ready so we walked across the street and borrowed two bikes from the sister hotel. Rode the bikes along the beach until it was time to check in. We had the junior suite and it's pretty much a full apartment. Happy hour is a sweet touch.
Claudia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The owners of this Inn got it right. The room was clean, and was comfortable, and a very relaxing atmosphere. Staff was very polite, and the breakfast was delicious. I’d stay here again.
Ron, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Room is clean , breakfast is ok
Mercedita, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

My sister and I stayed here one night and enjoyed it. The location was close to the beach and we liked having a parking spot included. The staff was also very welcoming. However, as other reviewers have mentioned, the rooms do have a smell. We were also able to hear neighbors through the walls and there were some ants in our room. Aside from that, we do not regret our stay there.
Maria, 1-night trip