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Lavender Inn By The Sea

Santa Barbara Area - CA · United States

206 Castillo StView location

9.2/10Excellent1,353 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.0/109.0
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About Lavender Inn By The Sea

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, fitness center, and bicycle rentals. This hotel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and a cozy lobby fireplace. Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast, served from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage are also available. Free self-parking is provided onsite. Each of the 23 guestrooms features a DVD player, flat-screen TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and cable programming. Private bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

A safe, desk, and phone with free local calls add to your convenience. Nearby attractions include the Carriage and Western Art Museum, Santa Barbara Harbor, and the Santa Barbara City College. The nearest airports are Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) and Santa Ynez, CA (SQA).

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With a stay at Lavender Inn by the Sea, you'll be centrally located in Santa Barbara, steps from Carriage and Western Art Museum and within a 5-minute walk of Santa Barbara City College.

This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Moreton Bay Fig Tree and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Santa Barbara Maritime Museum. Make yourself at home in one of the 23 guestrooms featuring DVD players and flat-screen televisions.

Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until 11:00 PM
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
    • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Spoken Language

    Russian

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Carriage and Western Art Museum 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Santa Barbara Carriage Museum 0.2 km / 0.2 mi
Santa Barbara Harbor 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Santa Barbara City College 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
West Beach 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Moreton Bay Fig Tree 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Outdoors Santa Barbara Visitor Center 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Reagan Ranch Center 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Leadbetter Beach 1 km / 0.6 mi
Paseo Nuevo Mall 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Stearns Wharf 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Santa Barbara Art Foundry 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Antioch University 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 23
  • hotel
  • Beach
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wired Internet
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
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  • Bicycle hire service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Fireplace
  • Garden
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Fitness
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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE KING BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE KING BEDDBL.DX-KG

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    DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

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    DELUXE KING BED

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE KING BEDDouble or Twin • DELUXE KING BEDDBT.DX-KG

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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: DBT.DX-KG

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  • TRIPLE DELUXE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • DELUXE TWO BEDSTPL.2B-DX

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    TRIPLE DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    DELUXE TWO BEDS

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    Room code: TPL.2B-DX

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  • QUADRUPLE DELUXEQUADRUPLE • DELUXEQUA.DX

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    QUADRUPLE DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: QUA.DX

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • JUNIOR SUITE STANDARDJUNIOR SUITE • STANDARDJSU.ST

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    JUNIOR SUITE STANDARD

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    JUNIOR SUITE
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    Room code: JSU.ST

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • Double or Twin KING SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • KING SIZE BEDDBT.KG

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    Double or Twin KING SIZE BED

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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBT.KG

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  • SUITE Accessible-Queen Size BedSUITE • Accessible-Queen Size BedSUI.H6-QN

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    SUITE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    SUITE
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    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

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    Room code: SUI.H6-QN

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  • JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • WITH DOUBLE BEDJSU.DB

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    JUNIOR SUITE WITH DOUBLE BED

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    JUNIOR SUITE
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    WITH DOUBLE BED

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    Room code: JSU.DB

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  • TWIN DELUXE KING BEDTWIN • DELUXE KING BEDTWN.DX-KG

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    TWIN DELUXE KING BED

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    TWIN
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: TWN.DX-KG

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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  • SUITE Accessible KING SIZE BEDSUITE • Accessible KING SIZE BEDSUI.H6-KG

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    SUITE Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Accessible KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.H6-KG

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  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
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    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DUS.ST

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  • Double or Twin DELUXEDouble or Twin • DELUXEDBT.DX

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    Double or Twin DELUXE

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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBT.DX

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • JUNIOR SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDJSU.QN

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    JUNIOR SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    JUNIOR SUITE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: JSU.QN

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  • SUITE AccessibleSUITE • AccessibleSUI.H6

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    SUITE Accessible

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    Room code: SUI.H6

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  • QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BEDQUADRUPLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDQUA.QN

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    QUADRUPLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    QUADRUPLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: QUA.QN

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  • TRIPLE DELUXE KING BEDTRIPLE • DELUXE KING BEDTPL.DX-KG

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    TRIPLE DELUXE KING BED

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    TRIPLE
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Room code: TPL.DX-KG

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  • DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDSDOUBLE • TWO QUEEN BEDSDBL.2Q

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    DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    DOUBLE
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    TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2Q

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  • Double or Twin DELUXE QUEEN BEDDouble or Twin • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBT.DX-QN

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    Double or Twin DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Double or Twin
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBT.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • JUNIOR SUITE KING SIZE BEDJUNIOR SUITE • KING SIZE BEDJSU.KG

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    JUNIOR SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    JUNIOR SUITE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: JSU.KG

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Lavender Inn By The Sea

9.2
Excellent
1,353 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.0 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
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8/10
Excellent
14 Jul 2026
Deanna
This is a wonderful hotel and in a great location. The property is well-kept and allows areas to relax outdoors. The sister property offers a hot tub across the street. There was a pool on the property along with a simple breakfast every morning. We enjoyed our stay!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jul 2026
Hector
Wonderful charming place. Very quiet and great location.
Leigh at the front desk was very nice & helpful, made us feel right at home! Can’t wait to go back.
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2026
Susan
Very convenient location - walk to beach easily, easy access to 101. Bathroom small and pedestal sink leaves little room for your things. Property is quite old, looks a little tired. Very nice breakfast.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jul 2026
Claudia
Great place, clean,comfortable and a very helpful staff.
Very close to the beach, great restaurants, and ample parking.
Lee is wonderful!
Self
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2026
Andrea E
This was a very nicely maintained and relatively quiet hotel located in walking distance to the beach. There was a very nice museum in the park right across the street. I was pleasantly surprised at the good breakfast that was offered too.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Bobak
Very nice staff with good amenities
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
Gina
I liked the lavender pouches they put in room and the lavender shampoo and body wash provided. Breakfast was yum and this is a cute place to stay close to restaurants and the water! Staff very helpful and nice.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2026
john paul
It was great- proximity to everything- the apps in afternoon etc
Partner
8/10
Excellent
07 Jul 2026
debra
Great location. Great staff and breakfast. Pool was lovely and clean. Rooms are very dated and desperately need refreshing. Room was dark, furniture old and worn, linens were old and dated. A/C was not very efficient.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
Jorge
Loved it
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jul 2026
Darliene
We had a great time. The room is adequate but the bathroom was huge. The bed was comfy. They provide snacks for breakfast and dinner. Parking is close. Hotel was close to everything. Biking is great, walking may be too far for some people. All in all, great place to stay and I will stay again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Isabel
The room had a cute separate place for our baby to sleep. Yummy breakfast.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
karyn
Nice but the breakfast they ran out of stuff and we’re kind of irritated that I asked him to replenish it
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Meagan
Room was very clean, bed comfortable and staff was very kind.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jul 2026
Cynthia
Lee was awesome and very accommodating. I booked 2 rooms with queen beds for my sister and myself. We decided to book the inn that was close to the harbor for a well deserved R&R and live for a few days stress free. We didn’t realize not until we got there that the inn was proximate to the freeway. My room was upgraded to a deluxe at no extra charge but we never used the other bed in the other room. My room was carpeted, unlike my sister’s room had laminated floors that I liked better. The rooms were clean. Towels were white, clean, spotless and had a crisp, freshly laundered scent. Breakfast served from 7am-10am with sliced bread, bagels, muffins, croissants and a variety of pastries. They had a 4-slot toaster and 2 slots on the left warm up but do not toast. Iced water is served all day, same with coffee. They have a cooler with ice available also all day. They served free wine (red and white) with a pairing of cheese and crackers for adults and they also served cookies for kids from 4:30pm-6:30pm. The inn has an outdoor sitting area that is cozy where you can relax and enjoy the breeze to unwind. We would definitely return to the inn for another de-stressing vacay.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Demitry
Great place and nice staff. Rooms are nice and breakfast and happy hour were great. Very convenient location
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Honee
Room was clean. Staff is nice. You can walk to everything! Free wine and breakfast was awesome.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jul 2026
Danny
Breakfast was delicious with glass dishes and many options. The rooms were clean with a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee pot we used for boiling water. The pool was very clean and 8 feet deep at its deepest. Checking out literally took like 10 seconds. The ac wasn’t working when we got there but within 6 minutes of talking to someone they had maintenance in there and completed! Great experience and adorable hotel name
Partner
8/10
Excellent
30 Jun 2026
Sami
nice place near the beach. It's a bit old and needs some updating. staff very helpful.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2026
dawn
Great!!
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jun 2026
Sam
A very enjoyable stay. Breakfast and happy hour were highlights.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
Joan
Good location
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2026
Claudia
Exceptional experience. The hotel is walking distance to shops beach and restaurants. The staff is very friendly and makes you feel welcomed and at home. It’s my number one choice to stay when I’m visiting Santa Barbera
Friends_and_family Friends
2/10
Poor
23 Jun 2026
Leonardo
The location and the rooms look great but the problem is at our stay we had ants and bugs in our room. Bugs got into our clothes and we ended up having to throw away my wifes suit case. Great location but would not stay again
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2026
Ronny P
Clean room, convenient location and nice breakfast included.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Glenn
Nice afternoon wine and cheese reception. Very nice breakfast.
Walkable to harbor.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2026
Keith
Friendly staff. Loved the goodies in the lobby.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Jun 2026
Lyudmila
Everything was good, rooms are clean, breakfast is right wat is needed, the location is very good
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2026
Kathryn
Our room was very comfortable. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. The breakfast in the morning was delicious. Nice walking distance to the harbor and the beach.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2026
Lori
We had a wonderful Mother/Daughter weekend stay at Lavender Inn by the Sea. The property was exceptionally clean, well maintained, and inviting from the moment we arrived. Our room was comfortable and featured a very cozy bed, making for a relaxing night’s sleep. There was a refrigerator, small microwave and Keurig coffee maker which was very much appreciated.

One of our favorite parts of the stay was the lovely breakfast served in a quaint dining room with a fireplace, which created such a warm and welcoming atmosphere. We also enjoyed the afternoon wine and cheese reception, a thoughtful touch that made our stay feel extra special.

The pool area was beautiful and well kept, providing a great place to unwind. Overall, the inn offers a perfect combination of comfort, charm, and hospitality. The harbor entrance was just a few short blocks, about a six minute walk and there was the sand and ocean, so close to the property you could smell it. The entire staff was incredibly kind and helpful, making this momma feel safe. We checked out some bicycles from their sister property across the street and were off for a fun ride to shopping and restaurants, even rode to the Zoo! We would gladly stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 Highly recommended!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
Daniel
Excellent front desk staff. Well
Run.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jun 2026
PHILIP
Friendly check in and check out service. Rooms were quant, quiet, and comfy. Great shower. Good free breakfast and coffee. Outside staff were very polite and courteous. Will come back.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
James
Only drawback is we didn't find the complimentary Brut till we were leaving... hahaha
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
11 Jun 2026
Vicki
Ice machine out of order for the three days we were there. Front desk acted surprised everytime I mentioned it.
No propane in outdoor heaters.
Breakfast was good.
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2026
Marian
The breakfast was filling and tasty and adequate, but not overwhelming.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2026
Christopher
Lovely
Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Brian
Very nice stay with a great location
Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Jun 2026
Matt
Smallish motel a few blocks from the shore. Felt safe and reasonably clean but also dated. Bed was comfortable but room was stuffy. Price was a bit high for the quality.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
DANIEL
We had a wonderful stay! Rooms were very clean and the bed was very comfortable!I have never had a better nights sleep at a hotel before our stay- very quiet hotel. Centrally located to all of the Santa Barbara points of interest! Breakfast and the happy hour were a very night addition!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Joseph
Room was perfect location by the pool.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2026
David
Breakfast could have been better. Bacon?
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2026
Andrew
Great location. Affordable. Comfortable rooms.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2026
Cynthia
Very friendly, professional, helpful staff. Hotel was clean, tidy, well-maintained. The morning continental breakfast and afternoon happy hour are both well-stocked. Will definitely stay here again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2026
Marilyn
Pleasant facility in a surrounding neighborhood so felt less like a hotel. Lovely pool area. Nice complimentary breakfast and happy how.
Room was large and well equipped. Would stay there again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Traci
The property was charming and relaxing. Our room was clean and quiet. The bed was a little too soft for our preferences but that is the only drawback. They offer a continental breakfast and a wine and cheese happy hour. They are conveniently located to the beach and shops We used bikes to get around and had a wonderful weekend.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 May 2026
Carol
Can’t say enough good things about this adorable family owned Hotel. The rooms were spotless, beds and pillows super comfy, the breakfast and afternoon wine and snacks were an absolute plus. The staff was so welcoming and friendly. Lee at the front desk check in is an absolute gem and a sweetheart. She took time to tell me about all the amenities and perks, gave me detailed information about surrounding area and restaurant recommendations. I think she has worked at this hotel for over 30 plus years and had nothing but wonderful things to say about the owners. The beach, shopping and restaurant were all within walking distance. Highly recommend!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Glenn
This was a hidden treasure of a hotel. It had nice outdoor seating areas. The hotel was within walking distance of the beach. The continental breakfast served was delicious. Our room was very clean, and it was a quiet hotel. We would definitely stay there again if ever in the area.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2026
Felipe
Clean room, great staff.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
26 May 2026
Lovejot
We stayed one night at the lavender inn and it was very nice. Check in was smooth and our room was very clean. The property is well maintained and they have also own an inn right across the street where you can rent bikes for free. The beach/boardwalk was a 10min walk. The breakfast the next morning had cereal, a variety of pastries, mini frittata’s, yogurt, fruit, OJ and coffee. The parking was also included in our stay and the inn is right off the highway. I highly recommend if you’re making a pit stop on a road trip or would like to be close to the beach.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 May 2026
Sherlyn
Walking distance to local attractions which was helpful as a first time Santa Barbara visitor. Quiet location, helpful staff, impressive breakfast.
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
25 May 2026
Alexandra
Musty smelling place old bathroom $300 for not a $300 experience, bed was comfortable but that’s all.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
23 May 2026
Harsh
Stayed here for 2 nights recently after seeing amazing reviews (rated 9.2 out of 10). I have no idea how the place got such high ratings.

Location: Good. Very close to the harbor but definitely a longer walk to Sterns Wharf and even longer to State Street action.

Parking: Free parking was good.

Front desk staff: Nice and polite.

Breakfast: The less said the better. Bread, bagels, and pastries were stale. Coffee wasn't that good either.

Room: Bed was very soft. The room got really hot in the night and the AC kept going on and off all night. AC made really loud fan noise as if it was an industrial fan and so was difficult to get any sleep.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2026
Ellen
A nice peaceful spot. Outstanding staff and great location. Nice breakfast to start the day.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 May 2026
Robert
Everything was great
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Margaret
The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2026
Marisa
Friendly staff. Nice breakfast. In walking distance from everything.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
20 May 2026
Rodric
Helpful staff, clean room. Nice decor.
8/10
Excellent
19 May 2026
Peter
Close to all local restaurants and eateries
8/10
Excellent
19 May 2026
Paula
Nice and clean hotel but needs update, the furniture and carpets are very old. Good breakfast and easy parking, excellent location.
10/10
Exceptional
17 May 2026
Ariel
Hidden gem of a place for a nice getaway. Staff was very nice, rooms very clean and location was ideal. Walking score to main downtown was perfect!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 May 2026
Carrie
Always a great stay in Santa Barbara
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
John
I really enjoyed my stay at the Lavender Inn. The breakfast was very good and the staff was so friendly and welcoming.
Self
8/10
Excellent
14 May 2026
Gary
The room was clean and the staff very friendly, but we did find a few slight issues, the breakfast room had two tables, unfortunately when we arrived it was cold so eating outside was not an option, or you had to take your breakfast back to the room. The rooms whilst clean had peeling paint on the cupboard, chipped tiles in the bathroom and a chipped table. The room doors where heavy which resulted in doors slamming shut late into the night. The hotel is on a busy road where traffic can be heard.
It’s in a great location, close to the marina and beach, State Street is a short walk away where restaurants and shopping can be found.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
Barbie
We like staying because it is small. Reasonably priced. Close to the ocean and State St.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2026
kelly
The staff were very friendly and genuinely helpful with tips and conversations. The breakfasts were great. Nice location
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
BRENDA
Nice little breakfast. Pastries, fruit, yogurt, egg bites, coffee and juice. Definitely enough to fill your belly for a day of wine tasting.
Parking is super easy.
Walking distance to restaurants and the pier.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 May 2026
Patty
Nice, compact inn near the marina. Staff were welcoming and helpful. Parking right out front was convenient.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2026
John
Good basic accommodation with nice staff. Location is great!
10/10
Exceptional
06 May 2026
Andrew
It was very nice and very clean. It’s a very friendly environment. I really really like it. I can’t wait to go back there again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
Sergio
Very nice breakfast and easy parking. Staff was welcoming and friendly. Buthe the best thing about this hotel was the bed! One of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in!!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 May 2026
David
Clean room, great bed, plenty of amenities.
Easy parking, quiet at night. They had wine & cheese in the late afternoon for guests. Breskfast was limited but good. Staf was very helpful. They recommended a nearby restaurant that wS most drlicious.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
03 May 2026
Eileen
Staff was nice. Rooms are a bit dated.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2026
Dan
Great stay
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2026
patricia
Very nice staff
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Apr 2026
Domenic
all good
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2026
Devonderia
The staff was great, cute room (with an extra bedroom!!), bottle of wine waiting in the room, cheese and wine hour, and free bike rentals. This property was close to the water, and staff gave a great restaurant recommendation (Brophy Bros.).
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Apr 2026
Daniel
Clean room and friendly staff. Parking was a little tight.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Apr 2026
Kay
Loved the included continental breakfast, cheese & wine, and free parking. Makes a change to get something included for free!
Location was good, just a short walk to the centre.
Nice garden chairs to sit on too.
Partner
4/10
Poor
24 Apr 2026
Yuka
The noise from next door was unbearable. The mattress was too soft. The shower was low intensity and only stationary.
10/10
Exceptional
23 Apr 2026
Bok
Old but remodeled and clean.
Friendly staff!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
21 Apr 2026
Samuel
There was a plumbing problem in our room, which they attended to fairly quickly. We still ended up having to move to another room, but they gave us partial refund and were very nice overall. We would recommend this place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
Amy
We had a great stay at this inn near the ocean in Santa Barbara. Great location, easy walk to beach and piers. Car pull in area made it easy to grab a Uber. Friendly helpful staff helped make our visit feel more personal than at a larger hotel. Special thanks to Lee, who helped us feel welcome. Nice happy hour with drinks, cheese and crackers, and cookies. Breakfast in the morning had a good variety including mini veggie egg soufflés, oatmeal, fruit, muffins/pastry/toast. It was clear that thought was put into all the offerings here, such as having peanut butter, jelly, and cream cheese. Our room felt more like a bedroom in a home or inn, rather than a hotel room. This meant that the style and layout of the room was not just a standard hotel room. It was very clean. I would stay there again next time I visit Santa Barbara.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2026
JULIE
Clean room with microwave and fridge. Parking right outside rooms, pool, good free breakfast, friendly staff. Will return!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Molly
Great little place! Breakfast was delicious, lots of great outdoor seating. Room was perfect.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Aldo
All around perfect
8/10
Excellent
16 Apr 2026
Mollie
The rooms are a little dated in terms of just the furniture? carpet and bed firmness. But it’s a walkable location to beach and State St. It has a beautiful pool and it was a comfortable overall experience.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Rich
Everything from the continental breaktfast to the rooms were perfect. Beds were comfortable and clean. Great location, close to the beach. Will definitely return here while visiting the grandkids and great grandkids.
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Meredyth
Great place to stay!
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2026
Benjamin
The Breakfast was delicious. The staff was kind and helpful and the rooms were clean and well put together
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2026
Steven
We were looking for a place close to the action in Santa Barbara for a quick romantic getaway. This place is very sweet, not too fancy but very comfortable, nice lobby, breakfast, happy hour. I'd stay there again without question.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2026
Jamie
Breakfast was nice! Room needs updated—paint was peeling around the window. There was a crack in the sink. Probably will not stay here again.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Vishwanath
Overall nice property and excellent customer service from front desk.
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2026
terry
Parking was safe and easy. Breakfast and happy hour were very good. Nice place. Rooms were clean.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Apr 2026
Debi
Very comfortable bed, room was super clean and well appointed, nice large room. The continental breakfast and evening happy hour was a great bonus. Highly recommend, will be staying there again!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Luis
very comfortable
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Apr 2026
Lynn
This place was super cute, cozy.. I love the outside common area. They have couches and chairs, where you can sit outside, eat, drink and enjoy the beautiful weather.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
06 Apr 2026
Haolin
The facility is kind of old, but staffs are great.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Apr 2026
Sara
The hotel is more of a motel, with most of the rooms facing the garden and parking. I was here for business and it happened to be during spring break. There were college students arriving late at night and being very loud. I had to call reception to ask them to go to their rooms. Turns out, the front desk closes at 11P and there is no one monitoring the property. Also, the walls are pretty thin, so I could hear my neighbors talking (unclear words, yet noise). And the lower level rooms do not get a lot of sun. The beds are comfortable and breakfast is nice enough for a hotel. I prefer the sister property, Brisas, but they're higher priced most nights.
Self
6/10
Pleasant
01 Apr 2026
Maria
My sister and I stayed here one night and enjoyed it. The location was close to the beach and we liked having a parking spot included. The staff was also very welcoming. However, as other reviewers have mentioned, the rooms do have a smell. We were also able to hear neighbors through the walls and there were some ants in our room. Aside from that, we do not regret our stay there.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2026
Ileana
A wonderful stay at a beautiful property. Wine and cheese in the afternoon is a nice touch. Breakfast has a varied selection of items. I liked the lavender sachet on the bed.
Self

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Lavender Inn By The Sea
206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, United States

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