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Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum
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Free daily continental breakfast
Property amenity
Fitness facility
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Place, Santa Barbara City College
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Harbor
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Stearns Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪13 min drive‬
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9.0 out of 10
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(57 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Barbara

Located in Santa Barbara Beach, Lavender Inn by the Sea is adjacent to Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Santa Barbara City College. This 23-room hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 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
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

Hotel with free parking, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum
Guests staying at Lavender Inn by the Sea enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bathrobes. Coffee makers, free local calls, and ceiling fans are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • 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 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is 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

Is a free cancellation option available at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Lavender Inn by the Sea offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on Feb 10, 2026 start from $188.1, 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.

What's there to do close to Lavender Inn by the Sea?

This hotel is situated in Santa Barbara Beach, just steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation. You'll also find Leadbetter Beach and Stearns Wharf less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea include a casino?

No, Lavender Inn by the Sea doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like in-room massages and bathrobes as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Lavender Inn by the Sea offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Lavender Inn by the Sea allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lavender Inn by the Sea though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Lavender Inn by the Sea?

The closest major airport to Lavender Inn by the Sea is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 10.1 mi away (13 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 29.8 mi away (43-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Lavender Inn by the Sea.

Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 974 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 234 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1339 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff courtesy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was great. Unfortunately we forgot our bottle of sparkling drink. Didn't get to open it. Everyone was friendly and great.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Britt

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived finding our room had been upgraded! The room was spotless. The beds were very comfortable. One evening, I slept 12 hours. Very nice location. Staff were wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

alison

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The staff is the best part of this property! They are helpful and kind but the property itself is not an Inn, more like a motel. The furnishings are very dated and the area around the property a little dodgy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great friendly helpful staff. Good breakfast. Clean nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xiao

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very kind and helpful staff, beautiful front yard, delicious breakfast, only complaint is the internet, it’s really slow
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Berkeley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room sparkling wine on arrival quick checkin.
View from door
Our room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cute hotel with great outdoor sitting to enjoy the garden. Front desk staff is very friendly and helpful. Happy hour is great.
Room on the first floor
Happy hour
Patio
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, Port Isaac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to walk to the shoreline and other attractions. Staff were all very customer focused and helpful and the room for an inn was clean, large, quiet and very acceptable. The breakfast choice is not wide, but of a good quality. They have a happy hour providing wine and cheese, which is a nice gesture. Sufficient parking makes trips out to visit attractions easy.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Janice

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
For $400 a night, I thought I was getting a 4 star hotel room. But no! This hotel needs an update badly. The room furniture is old and tired and the inside and outside needs a paint job. The chair in the room clearly needs to be cleaned or reupholstered. I would expect this from a hotel that was $200 a night but this is $400! The pictures may show a quaint hotel, and it could be, but not worth $400 a night! We have been travelling up the coast and never paid more that $290 a night for absolutely beautiful, updated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of dirtiest and horrible properties i have stayed. All the reviews are either paid for or fake. This propery’s pics are deceiving, photoshopped and does not represent the horrific condition of this property. The rooms smell terrible, gross carpeting, dirty bathrooms, awful old sheets and uncomfortable beds and noisy from cars passing by on Castillo street. I do not recommend this awful hotel to anyone. The hotel is in desperate need of renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room, great location, decently breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bikes were nice. Breakfast was very good. Bed was a little too soft.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mykhailo, Malibu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful romantic boutique hideaway.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place to stay in Santa Barbara, walkable to the harbor, restaurants, & shops. Nice wine reception in the evenings and continental breakfasts to start your day!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff is wonderful! Lovely breakfast and “happy hour” for guests. Can walk to the wharf and multiple restaurants. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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