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Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
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Free daily continental breakfast
Reception
Fitness facility
Property amenity
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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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
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬
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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(58 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 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 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 23 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

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 - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Station - 10 min walk
  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Rudy's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rodeo Room - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Lavender Inn by the Sea

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 dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. 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 May 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on May 31, 2026 start from $236, 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.

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 Santa Barbara Carriage Museum, and within a short walk of Santa Barbara Harbor. You'll also find Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van 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 do couples enjoy most about 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.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony 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. 968 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1347 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meredyth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

8/10 Good

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to downtown and also beaches, Complimentary breakfast pastries, yogurt, and beverages were significantly better than other hotels that we had stayed at.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sanjay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

George

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, kind staff, and nice room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Bruce

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Johannes

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I arrived at 0:30 in the morning after a five-hour drive and the front desk person refused to honor the reservation, check me in, or give me a room because of a computer issue. He did not offer to help in any way, despite two phone calls from Hotels.com to try to sort things out for me. He did not offer to call other hotels for me, did not consider giving me a room in return for holding my drivers license and credit card as a deposit and basically kicked me out and told me to go find another hotel, which I did after an hour of driving around and trying many other hotels. Please avoid this hotel at all cost. Honoring a late-night reservation is one of the most important things a hotel needs to get right. I was tired and making me drive around aimlessly for another hour at 12:30am in an unknown city is cruel and unsafe. I have been traveling regularly for more than 30 years and have never been treated as badly as at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cutest stay! Oh and we loved the complementary bottle of champagne!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

roger

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
there are a lot of good things about the room, great bed, clean etc., the finishing needed some work. I also left my electric toothbrush in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Junius

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and the hotel grounds were well maintained and spotless. The staff was very courteous, and readily answered any questions we had.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Free champagne bottle gifted to us (rewards member). Great service, wine hours & fresh cookies that are worth the stay alone.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rachele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk staff were friendly. Check in and check out was prompt. Rooms were clean, the bed was very comfortable. We enjoyed the sitting area, kitchen and patio in the back of our room. We also appreciated the complimentary bottle of sparkling wine that was left in the refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacey, Reno

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, welcoming staff, afternoon cheese and wine, very good breakfast, beautiful grounds, proximity to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stacey, Reno

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

leslie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff is great. The location is excellent. Surrounding is pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location , comfortable bed and a clean room. Enjoyed the happy hour and the free continental breakfast was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We LOVED our stay and will be back! The service was fantastic and entire staff was very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Oceana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room, ample amenities, and a short walk to the beach! The staff was friendly and accommodating! They were able to get us a room very last minute.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was much cleaner and larger than expected. I really appreciate that rooms were not carpeted. I like the express checkout available, walking distance to downtown man and free bike rentals!! Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

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