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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
Fitness facility
Exterior
Property amenity
Free daily continental breakfast
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

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$407
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

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Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(52 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Loquita - ‬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 reception and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, beach locale and pool
Room features
All guest rooms at Lavender Inn by the Sea have comforts, such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cots/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

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
  • In-room 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

More

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

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

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 cots are available on request at the 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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

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

As of 31 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on 2 Sept 2025 start from AU$407.01, 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 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?

Checkout 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.

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Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 919 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1252 reviews

9.4/10

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

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time there. Great location and excellent accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, comfortable, easy access, close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good variety of breakfast options and afternoon wine, cheese and crackers was a great plus for us. Location was great. Close to all Santa Barbara has to offer. Within walking distance of Marina and Pier restaurants and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the wine, cheese and cookies; room was clean and the staff was friendly. I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean and excellent staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Amenities
Very nice place to stay. It’s also convenient for walking. Nice pool area and lounging area outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location in Santa Barbara with great outdoor areas to lounge. Room was clean and had all the amenities we look for. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, and the property was well kept. Location is easily walkable to the beach, and a moderate walk to the State St area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet location for this quaint property. Perfect fit for what we needed this weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This property is beautiful and well located, the free bikes are a bonus and the extra amenities are generous. An absolutely wonderful stay. We wish we could stay another night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly! Loved the garden atmosphere! Breakfast was great! Busy street only negative.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeramy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great comfortable room. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast provided excellent choices. Happy Hour was very nice. The outdoor patio seating areas are excellent. The pillows were very nice compared to many other places I've stayed and the bed was also very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking. Nice breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet and centrally located
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sharla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 2 nights. It was a quaint smaller property, but comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best stay of our trip along the coast! Very comfortable cozy clean quiet room and bath, with nice breakfast and happy hour and friendly staff. Location made walking in Santa Barbara very easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Quaint motel. Old school but very clean, nice, had good shower! We will definitely be back for walking to the beach and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing! Really friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quaint property where you feel right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice breakfast, spacious room, friendly staff, complimentary use of bikes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Summer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fowzy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is cozy and staff is very helpful. Room is tight and window AC is noisy. Breakfast is good and basic though limited.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Junyan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025