Lavender Inn by the Sea
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Hotel Overview
Perfect place to spend my birthday evening
Such a magical hotel, reminds me of grandma's house. :-) The beds couldn't be any more comfortable,...
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Tashina and Jordyn
- Nov 29, 2012
Concert Getaway
Perfect place to stay and get out of L.A. Wine and cheese, milk and cookies, but most of all, a...
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SB Bowl Concert Lover
- Sep 25, 2012
Provides little luxuries, two blocks from East Beach
Formerly the Colonial Beach Inn, the Lavender Inn by the Sea is two blocks from West Beach. Surrounded by lavender flowers, the inn provides many little luxuries. Touches like afternoon wine and cheese, evening milk and cookies, free deluxe continental breakfast, pillow-top mattresses, free high-speed Internet, and a welcome bottle of champagne keep guests coming back. Guests at the Lavender Inn by the Sea can walk to several boutiques, restaurants and Stearns Wharf. Wineries, theaters and the Santa Barbara Mission are just a short drive away.Lavender Inn by the Sea Rooms
- King Room
- Room with king bed includes pillowtop mattress accessed via exterior corridors, 286 square feet, complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary local phone calls, voice mail, cable/satellite TV with premium channels, DVD player with complimentary movie rentals, compact refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, ceiling fan, climate control, windows opens, non-smoking.
- Queen/Queen Room
- Room with two queen beds with pillowtop mattresses, courtyard view accessed via corridors, 310 square feet, complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary local phone calls, voice mail, cable/satellite TV with premium channels, DVD player with complimentary movie rentals, compact refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, ceiling fan, climate control, windows opens, non-smoking.
- Queen Room
- Room with one queen bed includes complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary local phone calls, voice mail, cable/satellite TV with premium channels, DVD player with complimetnary movie rentals, compact refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, ceiling fan, climate control, windows opens, non-smoking.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- FREE parking
- Outdoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Services
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- FREE parking
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Santa Barbara.
- Nearby airports
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
- Area description
- The Lavender Inn by the Sea is just two blocks from Santa Barbara's picturesque beaches and yacht harbor. Stearns Wharf, the oceanfront bike path, and downtown shops and restaurants are all within walking distance. Golf courses, wineries, and the Santa Barbara Mission are just a short drive away.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (55)
Ratings and reviews for Lavender Inn by the Sea
- All travelers (55) 4.1 / 5
- Business (5) 3.6 / 5
- Couples (32) 4.1 / 5
- Families (13) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (3) 4.7 / 5
- Singles (2) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.3
- Room comfort:
- 4.2
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 3.9
84%
would recommend to a friend.
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
LavenderLover
Great place, great service
Wine/cheese in the afternoon, milk/cookies at night, continental breakfast in the morning. Clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff. Hotel amenities were lavender scented. It was nice to come back to the room and smell the calming scent of lavender. Definitely will be back to this hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Chuck's Waterfront Grill is a great place for fresh seafood and a nice view of the harbor.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Silver Threads
Just right
This was an overnight getaway, so that we could enjoy a week-night concert and still maintain work schedules. The Inn was well suited for our needs: convenient location, priced right, and satisfactory quality. We did not avail ourselves of the free wine and cheese, milk and cookies, champagne, and continental breakfast, but it was nice to know they were provided. The only negative was the absence of a bathtub.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Make time to take in some of the fine shows at any of the old theaters on State Street.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Perfect!
Definitely would recommend staying here. Good location although we had a hard time finding the hot spots based on the maps, but overall very nice and relaxing. The marina nearby has some nice restaurants overlooking the water and boats.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
MacsPac
Lavendar By the Sea/Colonial Beach Inn
Nice touch with complimentary champagne. Nicely appointed rooms. Very clean and kept well up-to-date. Great shower facility. Provided good information as to area and directions around town. Room was well maintained and upgrated.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
Have a wonderful meal/dining experience at Boushon's in downtown Santa Barbara. Excellent food and preparation...OUTSTANDING service and attentioin to your needs.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Lavendar Inn by the Sea
A little older but with good charm, great location, good breakfast, friendly and very helpful staff, clean, would stay there again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Very close to beach, walking distance, good local brewry around corner, close to State St, excellent shopping
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tsunami Mom
UC Road trip
The location was great very close to the beach.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
A wide range of different kinds of resturants just a short drive away.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Really nice. Charming
Nice colonial hotel. Complimentary champaign. Nice continental breakfast.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Very nice hotel!
This is a very charming hotel with a great location. The price was much better than most hotels in the area. It was very convenient for walking around downtown. The hot tub was very nice. The hotel has a continental breakfast and sets out wine and cheese in the afternoon and cookies and milk in the evening. It was a very enjoyable stay.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Comfortable and relaxing
We enjoyed walking at the beach (2 blocks away), riding a surrey at the beach and visiting State Street for shopping and eating. It was a relaxing get-away that fit our "play it by ear" plans to a tee.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
The restaurants on State Street are unusual and quaint. Be prepared to spend a little extra.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Jayhawk Jane
Charming and classy
I was welcomed at check-in and felt comfortable and secure in the surroundings. The rooms were immaculate with classy amenities. There was wine and cheese at 4:30 and later warm cookies; as well as a well-stocked breakfast. Only two blocks from the beach.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 5
Money-saving tip:
Not Applicable
For the price, I thought it rated extremely high.
