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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
Property amenity
Free daily continental breakfast
Courtyard
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
The current price is AED 922
AED 1,053 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr

Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 27 sq m
  • 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 - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Leadbetter Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.9 km

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. Santa Barbara - ‬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, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and multilingual staff
  • 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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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
  • Smoke-free property

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.

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.

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Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 907 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1251 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1251 reviews

9.6/10

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

Sherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay
Stayed 3 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

jana

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

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

Edward

Very enjoyable and comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Gave us great recomendations for dining out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean and close to the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation, walkable to the water and wharf, shops and restaurants. Lovely twilight drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, we were able to either walk or bike to most places, the room was comfortable for family of 3. Breakfast included is continental.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice find for us we will stay here again.

8/10 Good

Poucheng

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

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very walkable
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the perfect stay for our visit to Santa Barbara! Very friendly staff and location is very close to everything in Santa Barbara. Very cute place, and the free parking was a huge perk for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice addition of a happy hour and really convenient for the downtown and marina areas.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel. Loved the outdoor seating area on the grass with comfy couches and chairs. Great to relax after a day of exploring. The pool was great and a nice place to relax. Close to the ocean. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a weekend trip to Santa Barbara and it was great! The location is close to all the local sites and the rooms are comfortable and quiet. Recommend for anyone looking to enjoy Santa Barbara.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was very friendly. I was in a suite and it had a nice bottle of champagne in it. The area is beautiful and just off the ocean a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quaint, walking distance to the harbor and Funk District. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was smallish but quite clean. I'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel near beach and downtown. Never needed to use a car. We loved the free bikes
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ambience. Customer service, location, friendliness, extra touchm
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We lived being close to the shore and SBCC.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly property. Close to harbor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025