In the heart of Santa Barbara, Lavender Inn by the Sea offers a tranquil retreat. Begin your day with continental breakfast, then unwind in the garden or by the fireplace in the lobby. With an outdoor pool, bike rentals and free WiFi throughout your stay is sure to be relaxing.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Santa Barbara Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
Getting around
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 12 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 46 min drive
Santa Barbara Station - 9 min walk
Goleta Station - 12 min drive
UC Santa Barbara Station - 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
Lavender Inn by the Sea puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Wharf. You can go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa Barbara Bowl are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.
Languages
English, French, Russian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
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 time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
What to do
Beach nearby
Free use of nearby fitness center
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Winery tours nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Flat-screen television
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Lavender Inn by the Sea does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Lavender Inn by the Sea?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Lavender Inn by the Sea?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Lavender Inn by the Sea?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Lavender Inn by the Sea?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Lavender Inn by the Sea and nearby?
Have fun with activities like hiking, kayaking, and sailing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a fitness center and a garden.
What's the area around Lavender Inn by the Sea like?
Lavender Inn by the Sea is in Santa Barbara Beach, a short 9-minute walk from Santa Barbara Station and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Barbara Harbor. Travelers say the local area is very central with fantastic beaches.
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Lavender Inn by the Sea Reviews
Reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a wonderful variety and great selection of baked goods. (124 reviews)
The property's location is ideal for beach access, with many guests mentioning its proximity to the beach and pier. (55 reviews)
The pool was a great size, clean, and a lovely place to relax. (28 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10
We enjoyed our stay and loved having bikes that we could use!
Renee
2-night trip
10/10
Nice and quaint property.
Ramesh
7-night trip
10/10
This hotel is clean and quiet in a convenient neighborhood to the downtown Santa Barbara area and a few minutes walk to the harbor.
Nga
3-night trip
10/10
Very nice stay
Sherie
3-night trip
10/10
Excellent position. Very clean and comfortable. Lovely breakfast and complimentary wine and cheese in the evening.
Susan
2-night trip
10/10
The woman at the front desk was lovely and very helpful! The courtyard is cute and comfy. The beds and pillows were great.
Denise
3-night trip
10/10
Very friendly staff and an excellent location
jana
2-night trip
10/10
Darling property, nice rooms and great staff
Aaron
1-night trip
10/10
The bed was very comfortable, the room was very clean the bathroom was great also. We were close to the beach and to the center of town. We had a great time.
Jeffrey
2-night trip
10/10
Beautiful location and easy walk to the beach and local hot spots. Charming inn that feels like someone’s home.
Dianna
1-night trip
10/10
Great shower. Comfortable beds. Great location!
Trisha
1-night trip
10/10
Very enjoyable and comfortable stay
Edward
3-night trip
10/10
All the front desk staff are very friendly, polite, professional abd courteous. The compliment breakfast and afternoon wine happy hours are AWESOME!!
Sasikarn
3-night trip
10/10
This is in a lovely location with friendly staff. Really enjoyed my stay!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10
Very nice find for us we will stay here again.
Kurt
8/10
easy access to the beach
Poucheng
1-night trip
10/10
We loved staying here! The location was excellent, the rooms spacious and comfortable, and we appreciated the happy hour and breakfast services. The front desk staff were cheerful and helpful. Highly recommended!
Liz
2-night trip
10/10
Good location and very walkable
Marco
3-night trip
10/10
Excellent start! Great service and perfect lcation
Bonnie
2-night trip
10/10
Really nice and great hotel. Great check-in by Aron. Great restaurants nearby. Pool was heated.
Bed somewhat to soft.
Will return if I´m coming back to the city.
Ola
1-night trip
10/10
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.
Katherine
3-night trip
10/10
Nice addition of a happy hour and really convenient for the downtown and marina areas.
Shaina
1-night trip
8/10
On a busy street
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10
Thanks for a great stay, the staff was awesome.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10
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.