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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
Property amenity
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior
Lavender Inn by the Sea offers a quiet Santa Barbara getaway. Guests enjoy continental breakfast, relax in the garden or by the lobby fireplace. The outdoor pool, free bike rentals, and WiFi throughout the property enhance the laid-back experience.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$6,353
NT$7,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13

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Room options

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Bathrobes
  • 291 sq ft
  • 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
(58 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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 - 0.3 km
  • West Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stearns Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Eli Luria Library - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chad’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen - ‬10 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 along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 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

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Inn By The Harbor

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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,759 reviews
The price is NT$6,108
NT$6,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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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

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Lavender Inn Sea
Lavender Inn Sea Santa Barbara
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Lavender Inn By The Sea Hotel Santa Barbara
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Lavender Inn by the Sea Hotel
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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 2025/10/22, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on 2025/11/12 start from NT$6,353, 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.

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Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 924 out of 1263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 1263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 92 out of 1263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1263 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was a very quaint inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location & nice amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff very helpful and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location. Excellent hospitality. Walkable to the beach and downtown area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Great location!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice property and a great location in Santa Barbara. A much better breakfast than other hotels
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kurtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Reasonably priced for Santa Barbara.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jörg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kishia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is so adorable I honestly feel like I’m at my child hood home in Maine! The staff was very friendly and the room was nice comfortable and clean! I will definitely make this my go to place to stay when I visit Santa Barbara in the future!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time there. Great location and excellent accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, clean and everything in great condition. Location was a few blocks from the waterfront which made for great morning walks along the harbor and beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good, wish we could've stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
we love staying at Lavendar Inn- so close to everything!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint little boutique hotel in Santa Barbara within walking distance to the wharf and the waterfront. The free bike rental was a bonus and the breakfast was simple but delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Predrag

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room + bottle of sparkling wine. Easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet rooms. Breakfast service included.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean and excellent staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the wine, cheese and cookies; room was clean and the staff was friendly. I would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Easy check in and close to State st. Room was nice. Only issue was ants in the bathroom. Other than that, I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable for price
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel! It’s not the Ritz, but everything feels so NICE! The room was fresh, clean, and spacious. Parking was easy, staff was nice, good location for beach and downtown Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good variety of breakfast options and afternoon wine, cheese and crackers was a great plus for us. Location was great. Close to all Santa Barbara has to offer. Within walking distance of Marina and Pier restaurants and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice, and the property was well kept. Location is easily walkable to the beach, and a moderate walk to the State St area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Amenities
Very nice place to stay. It’s also convenient for walking. Nice pool area and lounging area outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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