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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
Free daily continental breakfast
Property amenity
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry

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Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(53 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(51 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 291 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara City College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finney's Crafthouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Brophy Bros - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Santa Barbara Roasting Company - ‬12 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 the lobby and a gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, beach locale, and pool
Room features
All guestrooms at Lavender Inn by the Sea boast comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/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

Languages

English, French, Russian, Spanish

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Exterior

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  • Breakfast included
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9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,622 reviews
$269 nightly
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Jul 2 - Jul 3
Total includes taxes and fees
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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

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 cribs are available on request at the property

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 elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

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

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

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

As of Jul 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on Jul 2, 2025 start from $269.0, 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.

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?

Check-out 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.

Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 909 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1240 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

Ani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet and centrally located
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

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

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Korrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute boutique hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness
Simple but very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was breeze. She was very informative about everything and provide recommendations for the area!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

shahab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel for very expensive Santa Barbara area, also has free parking, has free wine in afternoon.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alaric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little inn with very comfortable rooms. Easy walk to lower State Street. Love the complimentary happy hour.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here all the time to visit my daughter and it’s always a comfortable and hospitable stay. Clean and convenient location to everything in Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute hidden gem in a safe and quiet area with breakfast and afternoon happy hour, dated but for the most part well kept.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jana

Liked: Cleanliness
Very friendly staff and an excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint little property. Great for a short stay. Very close to down town as well
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming facility.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Darling property, nice rooms and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and easy walk to the beach and local hot spots. Charming inn that feels like someone’s home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice hotel

The bed was very comfortable, the room was very clean the bathroom was great also. We were close to the beach and to the center of town. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable with lots of extras. We had a delightful stay and plan to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to downtown, short walk to Stearns Wharf Pier, great service from the staff. Lovely property. Room had a musty smell, air purifier provided but still .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is in a lovely location with friendly staff. Really enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Great shower. Comfortable beds. Great location!
Great view and fresh air!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025