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
At Lavender Inn by the Sea, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Barbara Harbor and Santa Barbara Zoo. You can go for a morning swim at the outdoor pool and visit the fitness center for a workout. Also, Santa Barbara Bowl and University of California, Santa Barbara are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the pool and comfortable beds.
Languages
English, French, Russian, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
23 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Children
Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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
More
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 fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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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Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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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
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
22 Feb 2025
Second stay and will not be the last!
This is the second time I stay at The Lavender Inn and it will not be my last. The grounds are lovely. The rooms are clean and comfortable and inviting.
I missed the cheese, wine and cookies this time but I’ll catch it next time.
Breakfast was great. Good enough to get us well on our journey.
Eliane
Eliane, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 Feb 2025
brad
brad, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Great location to stay in Santa Barbara
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
Liz, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
William
William, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Luciene
Luciene, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Lavender by the Sea
Lavender by the Sea inn was very quaint inn a great area close to the beach. Room was small but nicely decorated. Staff was excellent.Beatfast area was small because it was pouring rain and patio was closed. Otherwise it would have been fine.
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
15 Feb 2025
Recommend
Very nice visit, great location and value for the price.
LISA
LISA, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2025
Santa Barbara
Nice clean hotel. Short walk to the beach.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 Feb 2025
Very nice breakfast. Was hoping to use the bikes but it was raining. The exercise room has only 4 pieces of equipment perhaps add some free weights or exercise bands
Judy
Judy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 Feb 2025
Austin
Austin, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Feb 2025
Brandon
Brandon, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 Feb 2025
Rachel
Rachel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jan 2025
Carlyn
Carlyn, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
Jose
Jose, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jan 2025
Comfy room, great breakfast bar, love the free bikes. Great location! 2 blocks to beach
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Jan 2025
This is in a lovely location with friendly staff. Really enjoyed my stay!
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Jan 2025
Beautiful property
Beautiful property, well maintained with excellent personal touches. Great breakfast and helpful staff.
Sharon
Sharon, 3-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Jan 2025
Friends and comfortable stay
Comfortable and quiet room. Nice amenities like happy hour. When I checked in, the receptionist named Lee as very friendly and gave recommendations for where to dine which was very helpful. I plan to stay here again next time I am in the area.
George
George, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Jan 2025
Cute and close!
We had the best time at Lavender Inn by the Sea and will definitely be staying again. The room was very cute and the hotel was great walking distance from downtown Santa Barbara. Highly recommend!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Poppy, happy guest!
My husband and I went down to Santa Barbara to see our grandson. My daughter-in-law recommended Lavender Inn and we loved it!! Friendly people working at the desk and in fact we’re returning in a month!
They have a Happy Hour in the evening and goodies for breakfast‼️Perfect location to downtown😁
Joan
Joan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
javier
javier, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Jan 2025
Affordable Gem in Santa Barbara
We thoroughly enjoyed our overnight at the Lavender Inn By the Sea! The staffers were extremely friendly and accommodating.
Our room was immaculate. Just blocks to the ocean!
HEIDI
HEIDI, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2025
A Good Place
Lavender Inn was a good place to stay in a great location. We enjoyed wine and cheese in the evening and their breakfast in the morning. Our first floor room was a bit dated and musty. A dehumidifier was located in the room. The room was clean and well kept. The bathroom was updated and large.