3 stars4.5

Surrounded by beautiful lavender gardens, 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. Lavender Inn by the Sea’s plush guest rooms feature pillow-top beds, down duvets, lavender-scented bath amenities and a welcome bottle of Champagne. Other guest room amenities include air conditioning, refrigerator, coffeemaker, wall safe, complimentary HBO, DVD player with complimentary movie rentals, and free high-speed wireless Internet service. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast of coffee, tea, freshly baked foods, fruit and cereal on the patio or by the lobby fireplace. Stop in for our afternoon wine & cheese reception. In the evening, you are invited to enjoy milk and cookies before retiring to your room. With all the allure of Santa Barbara just a brief walk away, you’ll want to join many others who return to the Lavender Inn by the Sea again and again.