The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Property class: 4
Adults-only B&B within easy reach of Lincourt Vineyards

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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Lincourt Vineyards and Santa Ynez Valley. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and segway hire/tours, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard and Old Mission Santa Ines are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Free self-parking
The current price is £206
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct

Why we love this property

Morning meal and more
Wake up to a free full breakfast at this charming bed & breakfast. Indulge with in-room champagne service or explore nearby winery tours.
Dreamy slumber paradise
Deluxe bedding meets luxury perks in these uniquely decorated rooms. Guests melt into premium linens after enjoying champagne and turndown service.

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, a wicker chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

A bedroom with a brick fireplace, a wooden desk, a bed, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and fireplace.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, a round coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a chandelier, and a view through a glass door.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463

What's nearby

  • Lincourt Vineyards - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Lake Cachuma - 14 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 10 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 36 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Highway Tacos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Center Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪S.Y. Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

  • The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Lincourt Vineyards and Santa Ynez Valley. Guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails and segway hire/tours, and free perks include WiFi, self-parking and continental breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Also, Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard and Old Mission Santa Ines are within a short drive. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travellers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • This property allows no early or late check-in whatsoever.

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

    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Segway hire/tours nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike on-site
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1985
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace at reception
  • Communal living room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Destination fee: USD 22.4 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

This property does not have lifts.

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Ballard Inn

Ballard Inn Gathering Table Solvang

Inn Gathering Table

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The Ballard Inn Restaurant

Ballard Inn Gathering Table

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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Bed & breakfast

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Chumash Casino (7-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and segway hire. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel like?

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Santa Ynez Valley and 19 minutes' walk from Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard.

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