Lavender Inn By The Sea – Family Hotel in Santa Barbara | From 170$/Night

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About the Hotel

206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, California, United States, 93101

“"I loved how the beach and shops were just a short walk away!"”view full review

Accommodations and Amenities

Lavender Inn By The Sea offers 23 rooms with Simmons World Class Beauty Rest Pillow Top beds featuring 300-thread-count sheets in French sheeting style. Rooms include a sitting area with oak table and chairs, an armoire, ironing facilities, heating, air conditioning, and tea/coffee makers. Some rooms have king or queen beds with sleeper sofas, fireplaces, and full kitchens. All rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi and lavender-infused bath products.

Dining and Breakfast

The hotel serves complimentary breakfast daily. For evening dining, California French cuisine is available, paired with local wines from Santa Barbara wine country.

Recreation and Activities

Guests receive complimentary cruiser bikes for exploring. The hotel arranges Santa Barbara Wine Country tours with tastings at three wineries, gourmet picnic lunch, and transportation. Sunset sails on the Double Dolphin catamaran showcase marine life including dolphins, sea lions, and seals. Meditation sessions are available at Salt Cave SB, North America's largest underground crystal salt cave.

Location and Transportation

Located in West Beach, known for wide sandy areas popular with sunbathers, volleyball players, and windsurfers. A 10-minute walk from Santa Barbara Amtrak station, with complimentary pick-up and drop-off service. Nearby landmarks include Stearns Wharf (1.5 km), Santa Barbara Harbor (1 km), MOXI Museum (1 km), and Moreton Bay Fig Tree (0.5 km). Participates in First Thursday events with art openings, live music, and wine tastings downtown.

Guest Services

Services include complimentary breakfast, parking, and Wi-Fi. Offers free movie rentals with DVD players in rooms. Provides transportation to Amtrak station and activity coordination for wine tours and sailing excursions.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Standard King Room

2 persons

27 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Double Queen Room

2 persons

27 m²

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Queen Room

2 persons

27 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Tips on navigating the city

Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy

City Centre

Santa Barbara 1.3 km

Airports

Santa Barbara (SBA) 19.6 km

Presidente Itamar Franco (iza) 47.9 km

Train

Santa Barbara Amtrak Station600 m

Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Delicious Happy Hour

“I absolutely loved the free wine and cheese during happy hour! It was such a convenient touch after a day out exploring, great to unwind with a good selection of snacks before heading to nearby attractions.” view full review

Cozy and Convenient Room

“My room had a small refrigerator and microwave, so much easier for us to store and prepare snacks during our stay. The cozy atmosphere truly made me feel at home!” view full review

Fun Bike Rentals

“Getting access to free beach cruiser bikes was such a bonus! It allowed us to explore the area in an enjoyable, active way, enhancing our overall experience.” view full review

Comfortable Shower Experience

“The bathroom was equipped with a great shower, providing a refreshing and invigorating experience after long days of sightseeing. It was one of the highlights of my stay!” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Cycling

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Heated swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Jacuzzi
Massage
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, California, United States, 93101

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206 Castillo St, Santa Barbara, California, United States, 93101

City landmarks

Harbour

Stearns Wharf

1.4 km

Museum

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

820 m

Park

Santa Barbara County Courthouse

2.1 km

Landmark

Santa Barbara Harbor

970 m

Landmark

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center

820 m

School

Santa Barbara City College

640 m

Landmark

Susan Quinlan Doll and Teddy Bear Museum

1.4 km

Museum

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum

880 m

Museum

Santa Barbara Museum of Art

2.1 km

Landmark

Reagan Ranch Center

810 m

Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara

990 m

Winery

Santa Barbara Wine Collective

1.0 km

Church

Old Mission Santa Barbara

3.5 km

Zoo

Santa Barbara Zoo

3.0 km

Museum

Casa de la Guerra Historic House Museum

1.1 km

Landmark

Los Banos Del Mar

1.5 km

Landmark

Funk Zone

1.2 km

Park

Shoreline Park

1.8 km

Museum

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

1.8 km

Beach

Leadbetter Beach

1.3 km

Landmark

University of California

1.0 km

Beach

Loquita Santa Barbara

870 m

Beach

West Beach

840 m

Landmark

Faith Mission

660 m

Park

El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park

1.8 km

Nearby

Chapala St & Montecito Street

Moreton Bay Fig Tree

590 m

129 Castillo St

Carriage and Western Art Museum

150 m

Park

Ambassador Park

540 m

100 Castillo St

Pershing Park

360 m

Plaza del Mar Park

Plaza del Mar Band Shell

320 m

Restaurants

Rudy's Mexican Restaurant

240 m

305 W Montecito St

The Neighborhood

290 m

235 W Montecito St

JSB Cafe at Santa Barbara City College

690 m

721 Cliff Dr

Backyard Bowls

940 m

331 Motor Way

Santa Barabara Roasting Company

920 m

321 Motor Way

State Street Coffee

880 m

29 State St

Natural Cafe

1.5 km

508 State Street

Ana's Taco Bar

1.5 km

505 State St

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Lavender Inn By The Sea – A Favorite for Families in Santa Barbara

About the Hotel

Accommodations and Amenities

Dining and Breakfast

Recreation and Activities

Location and Transportation

Guest Services

Choose from a variety of room types

Availability and pricing for your selected dates

Tips on navigating the city

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Business

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Media

Room decor

Location

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