Lavender Inn by the Sea
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Hotel Overview
Perfect place to spend my birthday evening
Such a magical hotel, reminds me of grandma's house. :-) The beds couldn't be any more comfortable,...
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Tashina and Jordyn
- Nov 29, 2012
Concert Getaway
Perfect place to stay and get out of L.A. Wine and cheese, milk and cookies, but most of all, a...
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SB Bowl Concert Lover
- Sep 25, 2012
Provides little luxuries, two blocks from East Beach
Formerly the Colonial Beach Inn, the Lavender Inn by the Sea is two blocks from West Beach. Surrounded by lavender flowers, the inn provides many little luxuries. Touches like afternoon wine and cheese, evening milk and cookies, free deluxe continental breakfast, pillow-top mattresses, free high-speed Internet, and a welcome bottle of champagne keep guests coming back. Guests at the Lavender Inn by the Sea can walk to several boutiques, restaurants and Stearns Wharf. Wineries, theaters and the Santa Barbara Mission are just a short drive away.Lavender Inn by the Sea Rooms
- King Room
- Room with king bed includes pillowtop mattress accessed via exterior corridors, 286 square feet, complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary local phone calls, voice mail, cable/satellite TV with premium channels, DVD player with complimentary movie rentals, compact refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, ceiling fan, climate control, windows opens, non-smoking.
- Queen/Queen Room
- Room with two queen beds with pillowtop mattresses, courtyard view accessed via corridors, 310 square feet, complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary local phone calls, voice mail, cable/satellite TV with premium channels, DVD player with complimentary movie rentals, compact refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, ceiling fan, climate control, windows opens, non-smoking.
- Queen Room
- Room with one queen bed includes complimentary wireless internet access, complimentary local phone calls, voice mail, cable/satellite TV with premium channels, DVD player with complimetnary movie rentals, compact refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, hair dryer, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, ceiling fan, climate control, windows opens, non-smoking.
Amenities
- Wireless internet
- FREE parking
- Outdoor pool
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- General
- No smoking rooms/facilities
- Concierge
- Activities
- Outdoor pool
- Services
- Laundry service
- Safe deposit box
- Internet
- Wireless internet
- Parking
- FREE parking
Hotel Map
- Area served
- Santa Barbara.
- Nearby airports
- Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
- Area description
- The Lavender Inn by the Sea is just two blocks from Santa Barbara's picturesque beaches and yacht harbor. Stearns Wharf, the oceanfront bike path, and downtown shops and restaurants are all within walking distance. Golf courses, wineries, and the Santa Barbara Mission are just a short drive away.
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1500
- Check-out:
- 1200
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (55)
Ratings and reviews for Lavender Inn by the Sea
- All travelers (55) 4.1 / 5
- Business (5) 3.6 / 5
- Couples (32) 4.1 / 5
- Families (13) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (3) 4.7 / 5
- Singles (2) 4.5 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.3
- Room comfort:
- 4.2
- Location:
- 4.3
- Value:
- 3.9
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Gurlswirl
Great Location
Within walking distance of wharf and the breakfast was above and beyond. The room was comfortable and clean. I would go back.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Ballet Girl
Nice location
Beautiful atomosphere. the grounds are lovely! The Inn is small - but nice, very cozy - great perks with wine and cheese hour and milk and cookies! Staff was very helpful, especially Danny. It is a short walk to the wharf and beach - where you can enjoy beach life and resturants - then you can get on a trolley that takes you downtown...really nice feature! Spend the day enjoying the shops and more delicious food, then trolley back - and walk to your hotel.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Trip purpose:
Business
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kdarney
Nice accommodations
Well maintained grounds. Centrally located. Great staff.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Trip purpose:
Business
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
Liquor store across the street has a nice selection of mid to upscale CA wines.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Klunk
Remodeled motel
Very clean, older motel converted into present day inn. Outside and inside noise heard because of older construction. Outside light illuminated through door jam. Free wifi was a plus, and the remodeled bathroom was nice too.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Outstanding breakfast but otherwise is overrated
Before staying here I read lots of reviews. My expectations were high. The breakfast surpassed my expectations. The danish were high quality lots of selection including yogurt, bagels, muffins, fresh fruit and OJ. The room however was uncomfortabily small and dark. My guess is that the room was only about 300 square feet. The pictures shown appear much larger than the room is. The bed was very comfortable and the pillows were overly big and sufficating of the type that leaves your head hot. The cheese and wine were nice but I expected the cheese to be thicker than wayfer thin. The hot cookies were good but a little hard and were only available in the lobby.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Santa Barbara newbie
Cozy family stay or romantic getaway
Part of a three B&B group, across a small street from the main inn Brisas del Mar, this adorable inn offers coziness and comfort. The amenities are actually more than enough. Rent bikes for free. Check out dvds. Frolic in the pool and spa at each hotel. Dig in to the continental breakfast that offers parfaits, hardboiled eggs, fresh-cut fruit, etc. They also keep you satisfied with wine and cheese and milk and cookies, while you wait for dinner. It's all so thoughtful, you can't help but feel at ease. The staff is friendly and accomodating, too. The location is a little bit west of most other B&Bs, but it was easily walkable from the Amtrak station (~5 minutes), and only 4-5 blocks away from State St/Stearns Wharf.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Time-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
take a short walk (4-5 blocks) east to State St, and take the electric bus (50cents a person) from Stearns Wharf or the Amtrak station to the larger shopping/eating destinations up north. You can hop off at one of the convenient stops, if you want to check out a boutique/store/restaurant along the way.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Tashina and Jordyn
Perfect place to spend my birthday evening
Such a magical hotel, reminds me of grandma's house. :-) The beds couldn't be any more comfortable, the location is near the beach, and they even let me check out at 2! Great amenities such as milk and cookies in the lobby, wine and cheese hour, free DVD rentals (and they have an awesome selection!), free beach cruiser rentals, etc. I will definitely be coming back :-)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 5
Dining tip:
Short drive from hotel
You have to take the time to eat at Arlington Tavern, a short drive away. The food is absolutely unbeatable! So good!
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Anonymous
Good hotel in Santa-Barbara
+room is clean and comfortable +good location +good breakfast
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Road Trip Godzilla
Pleasant accommodations in Santa Barbara
Upon arriving we were a bit surprised by the location of this hotel being on such a bustling street and having virtually no shield from the street noise. However, the room was nice, with a wonderful shower and bathroom. The complimentary bottle of sparkling wine was tasty, and though the street is busy, the location itself leaves little to complain about being that it is so close to the beach, wharf, and plentiful dining options.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 3
- Value:
- 3
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Brewhouse, while noisy, serves very good dinners and is located just a couple of blocks from the inn.
Reviewer score
Would recommend
SB Bowl Concert Lover
Concert Getaway
Perfect place to stay and get out of L.A. Wine and cheese, milk and cookies, but most of all, a very clean hotel. Will stay again next time in town.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
The Brewhouse is a great place to eat right around the corner on Montecito St. You can even bring your dog and sit outside!
