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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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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

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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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Classic Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

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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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

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 neighborhood

Map
2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463

What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Chumash Casino - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles

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 remodeled 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, smoke-free premises, and outdoor furniture
  • Free newspapers, coffee/tea in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • 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

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

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

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 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. 254 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 343 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great place! Located
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Charming, spacious room, friendly and helpful staff. Very comfortable bed with beautiful linens. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

A wonderfully designed hotel with a great ambience and quiet comfortable rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

Great location, warm service but limited. The rooms are comfortable, fire places are great, the bathrooms are nice. The common areas are super cozy. The breakfast was very good, could have been great but no eggs cooked to order. Overall a 4.5.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

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

10/10

A lovely building with a charming antique decor. The innkeeper, Alexandra was helpful and delightful. And the breakfast was delicious. We will return!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

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

10/10

The staff, especially Jessica, were exceptional! My husband and I enjoyed the delicious daily complimentary breakfast and daily wine hour. Everything was fresh and from local businesses. We plan to return soon!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

What a beautiful place! Can’t say enough about Ballard Inn. From the wine & charcuterie board at 4, roaring fire and great breakfast! Highly recommend but ask for room to the back of property. Jessica at the front dest was great and very accommodating!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Super friendly, great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Very nice place for a change. No dining in area but not far. Don't miss the wine social from 4 to 5. Breakfast excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

Wonderful, clean, friendly, pleasant surroundings, at this quaint country Inn, that has so much warm character. Friendly, helpful staff. No TVs in rooms, however there are plenty outdoor things to do to keep busy during the day and evenings. Love the continental breakfast and evening wine and cheese socials. Great quiet location in the middle of quaint farm and residential area. Easy access to Solvang. Santa Ynez, and Los Olivos.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

The hotel is very nice with an air of effortless elegance. The front desk personnel were friendly and helpful. They kindly offer fresh water, wine and cheese free of charge every day around 4pm. They could improve the quality of the pillows...they were too high for me. We spent the weekend at the hotel and enjoyed it very much. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

I loooved our quick stay at The Ballard Inn! Comfy beds, cute decor throughout this comfy BnB. Staff was very nice. Breakfast was simple, but it’s nice to have a cook-to-order for a free breakfast! I would come back here again if I’m in the area!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10

The rooms are horrible. The location is horrible. There is no space in the hotel to walk or go somewhere. It’s just horrible. The picture is nice but bad experience and we couldn’t sleep the whole night because of the smell of the fireplace in the room and they didn’t care about that when I mention it
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

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

10/10

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

8/10

At just under $400, here's what was good: room with fireplace was spacious, bed. had a old fashioned B&B feel, a bit like staying at your grandma's. Breakfast was good. Shared spaces were wonderful: nice porch, living room was comfy and had games available. Nice to have Bob's Well Bread across the street. Not great: pillows, no towel bar next to sink, no tv. In the summer they charge $800+ I'd never pay that for this room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10

Right in the perfect location for wine tasting . 2 miles from Los Olivos town . Pretty & well kept bed n breakfast . Had the largest room offered , the mountain room . Zero tv’s in room , guessing since it’s so quiet and thin walls all guests would hear . No elevator if that’s needed . Breakfast was good . Welcome check in girl wasn’t friendly , had us pour our own welcome champagne while she checked us in . Complaining she had to work on holiday and her birthday … and annoyed when we needed plates later , and pointed to where they were all annoyed with zero words , rude and zero customer service. Morning front desk gal was bubbly and friendly and how we expected to be greeted and not a burden . $422 for one night stay is way way over priced . I’d say $250 maximum should be more like it .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025