Lavender Inn by the Sea

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara City College, 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.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a lamp, a view of a swimming pool, and a door leading outside.

King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(65 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a ceiling fan.

Double Queen Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

Lavender Deluxe Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a chair.

King/Twin Deluxe Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a door leading to a balcony.

Lavender Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a patterned carpet.

Accessible Fireside Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a ceiling fan.

Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(79 reviews)
  • 290 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Lavender Inn by the Sea is in Santa Barbara Beach, a walkable area in Santa Barbara with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Leadbetter Beach, while Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Santa Barbara Zoo. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Santa Barbara travel guide
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206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

What's nearby

  • A two-story building with a beige facade, large windows, and a balcony.
    Santa Barbara City College
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A marina with numerous boats docked, a pier extending into the water, and a backdrop of mountains and a sunset sky.
    Santa Barbara Harbor
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.
    West Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, dense greenery, and a clear blue sky.
    Leadbetter Beach
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A pier with lights reflecting on the water, a flag, and buildings in the background.
    Stearns Wharf
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Eli Luria Library
    13 min walk
  • Jeannine’s American Bakery And Restaurant
    11 min walk
  • Finney’s Crafthouse & Kitchen
    10 min walk
  • Chad’s
    7 min walk
  • Broad Street Oyster Company
    13 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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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 Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lavender Inn by the Sea on Nov 12, 2026 start from $230, 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 Lavender Inn by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 5-minute walk of Carriage and Western Art Museum and Santa Barbara City College. Moreton Bay Fig Tree and Santa Barbara Maritime Museum are also within 15 minutes. Santa Barbara Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 964 out of 1357 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1357 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1357 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1357 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1357 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, close to beach, grounds well kept and very clean rooms. Stayed here multiple times and will continue.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Clean room (but look old…), good breakfast (but not very much options), good parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, good service. Easy access to beach n town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice staff. The room was clean. The free breakfast in the morning was fantastic and they have a complimentary happy hour! I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location within walking distance of the wharf, beach, Funk Zone, and downtown. The property offers several comfortable outdoor spaces to relax and unwind. While accommodations at this price point might offer more amenities in other destinations, the value is quite good by Santa Barbara standards. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would absolutely consider staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

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Property was nice. Friendly staff. Good location to beach. Unfortunately the internet was not working which was inconvenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We were very happy with everything about our stay. Rooms and outdoor area very clean. Free breakfast and afternoon wine and cheese were an added treat. The staff were friendly. Very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Coffee! Super Tidy and Clean Great Staff !!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Lavender Inn by the Sea was such a cute and charming place to stay! I loved the smaller, more intimate atmosphere, the delicious breakfast each morning, and the relaxing pool. It’s also conveniently located near Stearns Wharf. I truly enjoyed my stay and would happily come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was one of the best hotels I have stayed at in Santa Barbara. I felt comfortable and at home. I got a really great night's sleep, and I would love to have the opportunity to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Loved the outdoor seating area for evening happy hour
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was wonderful. I must mention that Lee was exceptionally helpful upon check in. She pointed out a list of things to do accompanied with a map. The room was fantastic and the location was great! Clean, comfy, friendly, reasonably priced. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice stay with a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, great value! We enjoyed relaxing by the pool and visiting the hot tub across at their sister property. Some nice breakfast choices, as well as complementary wine with cheese.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place in perfect location. Very helpful staff. The only thing was air conditioning unit that was slightly loud.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very spacious rooms! Staff was wonderful. Rooms were clean, and have everything you need. Great location. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was very clean, bed comfortable and staff was very kind.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, convenient location and nice breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Extremely kind and helpful staff. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff left us a bottle of sparkling wine for a welcoming. (Which we forgot about and left it. lol). Clean rooms and super friendly staff. Hosing down outside areas in the am. I’d stay again!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I really enjoyed my stay here. Super cute and cozy. Breakfast, wine time and a cookie at bed time was a great treat. Most importantly it was clean and the staff very friendly. We are looking to book our next stay already☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice staff with good amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Continental breakfast with a nice selection. Wine, cheese and crackers every afternoon was well received by all the guests. Conveniently located down the street from the marina and beach. Within a couple of miles of restaurants, bars and nightlife. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place and nice staff. Rooms are nice and breakfast and happy hour were great. Very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were cleaned every day. Offered continental breakfast, and wine and cheese in the evening. Also free onsite parking. The things that were missing was a full length mirror, only one mirror in the bathroom. Also a vanity mirror to put on makeup would have been nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026