Lavender Inn by the Sea

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum
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December 2024
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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Front of property
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Free daily continental breakfast

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Parking included
    Parking included

Explore the area

Map
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101
  • Santa Barbara Harbor
    4 min walk
  • Santa Barbara City College
    6 min walk
  • Moreton Bay Fig Tree
    8 min walk
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    12 min drive

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Lavender Inn by the Sea puts you in the heart of Santa Barbara, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Barbara City College. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Santa Barbara Beach hotel include Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum.

What's nearby

  • Santa Barbara Harbor - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Santa Barbara City College - 6 min walk - 0.5 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, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 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 with free breakfast, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum
Lavender Inn by the Sea offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. The business-friendly Lavender Inn by the Sea also features multilingual staff, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Barbara hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Lavender Inn by the Sea offers 23 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and a safe. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Santa Barbara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • 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 lift
  • 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 cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Lavender Inn Sea Santa Barbara
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Lavender Inn By The Sea Hotel Santa Barbara
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Lavender Inn by the Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on 1 Dec 2024 start from NZ$342.98, 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.

Is parking available at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yep, Lavender Inn by the Sea has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Yep, Lavender Inn by the Sea is a short 12-minute walk from Leadbetter Beach. Fun beach activities include kayaking and sailing.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Lavender Inn by the Sea has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Lavender Inn by the Sea family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Lavender Inn by the Sea is a hit with families.

Does Lavender Inn by the Sea serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests adore the free continental brekkie here! Served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, Lavender Inn by the Sea does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lavender Inn by the Sea?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 951 out of 1298 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1298 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 1298 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1298 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1298 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa, Sherman Oaks

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is located perfect to all access near restaurants and marina. Super cute place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness
The sitting area outside (one of the sectional sofas) was wonderful. We called it our “living room” when we occupied it. The breakfast was awesome and much more than a Continental style meal!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique motel - we really enjoyed it and the rooms were great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I departed early in the morning. The key is under the office door mat. I would have been nice if there was a mail slot to put the key. Otherwise, it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the surrounding environment of beautiful flowers, greenery, lighting, fountain, etc. Nice breakfast, lovely breakfast room and outside. Could use microwave in the breakfast room (great having one in our room, but one in the breakfast room is needed). Would be helpful to have small writing pad in room (and pen) which is usually provided in most hotels of this kind. Appreciated the courteous staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Room was like a broom closet next to a freeway.
Although the hotel was clean, we were definitely underwhelmed by both the size of our room, the noise from the busy adjacent Street, and the cold water of their swimming pool. It was a short 2 to 3 block walk to the beach. The hotel personnel were friendly and helpful. The breakfast was no-frills Continental breakfast. The coffee was mediocre. I would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quaint property well located to restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Per

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
small property, great for family with needs for multiple rooms for an event where you want to keep your group a bit private. Very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Lena

Travelled with group
My shower was backed up. On arrival I thought the room/shower had recently been cleaned, thus the suds in the shower. I left, came back and there were even more suds then before. Since I had showered that A.M. I figured I’d take one in the morning. Went in to take shower in the A.M. …suds!….. suddenly water and suds was gushing up out of the plumbing for a good 15 min. Maintenance came to fix the issue and after doing so it was 10 AM, check out it’s 11 AM, he told me he it was fine and I can go ahead and use it. Needless To say I was not gonna get into a shower from not knowing where the water was coming up from, I wasn’t sure if it was used water from somebody else’s bath or what.(pretty sure it was, I can hear the person above me showering at the same time soap was coming up through the drain) Not one cleaning product was used to ensure a healthy environment . I don’t want anything for free, but I wasn’t even offered a credit nor and apology.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fitness centre only opened at 9am. Too lste to use.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and nice room.
Great staff and nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel, good location, helpful staff, reasonable breakfast, but room was very dated, particularly for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anupriya

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert Ernest Jacques, The Villages

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The personal was very good, the property was older but well maintained. Seating options outside of room front of building very nice. overall very pleased !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Javier made our stay delightful. I would suggest a little more variety at breakfast and happy hour. We loved the sitting area in the front of our room. Relaxing and comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place was great. Definitely will book here on a return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the patio area. Very tranquil and accommodating. Staff very attentive and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dhanashree Satishkumar

Travelled with partner
Good place with nice service and friendly staff. Clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hratch

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024