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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in Solvang with free breakfast

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner
Lobby

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463

What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Chumash Casino - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chumash Casino Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chumash Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Willows - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Upscale bed & breakfast revitalized in 2017 and located near Lincourt Vineyards
Located close to Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard and Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A bike on site, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30

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
This property allows no early or late check-in whatsoever.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 22.4 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Ballard Inn
Ballard Inn Gathering Table Solvang
Inn Gathering Table
Ballard Gathering Table Solvang
The Ballard Inn Restaurant
Ballard Inn Gathering Table
The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Solvang
The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Bed & breakfast

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

As of Mar 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on Mar 31, 2025 start from CA $336.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lincourt Vineyards and Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard. Old Mission Santa Ines and Elverhoj Museum of History and Art are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 319 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 319 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 319 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 319 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 319 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne

Beautiful and cozy highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Just a wonderful place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Staff was amazing! Very helpful and informative. Couldn't have been nicer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Super friendly, great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Cute little boutique hotel with wonderful breakfasts and wine and cheese in the afternoons. Close to Los Olivos, Santa Ynez and Los Alamos.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kendra

Nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

This place is our "Happy Place" and the Staff is terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Great place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

We love coming here. Champagne, wine and cheese welcome. Delicious breakfast. Charming, quiet rooms and easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ekaterina

Very cozy quiet property, walkable to vineyards. The staff is friendly and helpful, good breakfast. We had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
The property needs updating. The rooms need remodeling. Remove old rug in rooms. Need gravel or pave parking area. Very muddy. There is minimal breakfast and cold coffee and tea. Told to “go across the street” if I wanted toast. The current front desk / breakfast manager is not friendly and not inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

We had a lovely stay. The staff and service were great. The other guests were friendly and thoughtful. I remember when they had the great restaurant, but it's now closed. I will return when I am in the area again. I particularly like that it's located away from the tourists, but so close to Solvang, Buellton and Los Olivos.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Sher&Finn
Great stay, wonderful- wonderful breakfast.Too bad there wasn’t a fire in the fireplace! Page and Chris were super help and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meagan

The staff was beyond friendly and the Inn was clean and quiet! It was great for a romantic evening. However , the pictures are very misleading . You are in a subdivision not on acres of farm/winery like it looks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

We loved this little hotel- the staff were friendly ; the room was so comfortable and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Very quaint property with lots of character and history. Very nice accommodations. Wonderful breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Very quaint, clean room, and lovely breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

The property was really charming and vintage modern. It had a really warm and casual vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

We stayed here for our 2 year anniversary and it was so lovely. The property is quaint and quiet. Would come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

The hotel was a very pleasant surprise. We picked it based on price and didn’t let us down. Will definitely return if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

This bed and breakfast is very peaceful and charming. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Wish the rooms had TVs, since I was traveling solo. But still would recommend 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky

One of the best of the best hotels I have ever stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Roger

Hotel was nice, but probably past its prime. The mattresses definitely needed to be replaced because they were sagging on both my side and my wife’s side. Staff was nice. Breakfast was underwhelming and on more than one occasion the coffee canister was empty when went to get some in the morning with breakfast. There is a great food place right across the street however All in all a nice hotel, but not a lot going on in the town. Next time I would stay in los Olivos since just more going on there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

holly

Fantastic experience, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024