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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Start the day with a hearty breakfast at this Santa Ynez Valley retreat, then relax by the lobby fireplace or enjoy the game room.

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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, is in Santa Ynez Valley. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, cycling through wine country, or booking a deep-tissue massage. The welcoming lobby fireplace and arcade/game room complete this charming B&B experience.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

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About the neighborhood

Located in Solvang, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is in a rural area. Elverhoj Museum of History and Art and Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lincourt Vineyards and Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard. Old Mission Santa Ines and Lake Cachuma are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spa, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Solvang travel guide
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2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463

What's nearby

  • Such a beautiful view...
    Old Mission Santa Ines
    7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • GH51T7 Lake Cachuma near Santa Barbara, California
    Lake Cachuma
    14 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Lincourt Vineyards
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
    2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Solvang Brewing Company
    8 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Highway Tacos
    6 min drive
  • The Tavern
    5 min drive
  • Felix at Mattei’s Tavern
    5 min drive
  • Bob's Well Bread At The Ballard Store
    1 min walk
  • Brothers Restaurant at the Red Barn
    7 min drive

About this property

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Upscale bed & breakfast 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 continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy bicycling at this bed & breakfast. In addition to a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A bike on site, tour/ticket assistance, and outdoor furniture
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, multilingual staff, and concierge services
  • 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
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Games

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

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

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
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Heating
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

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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Reviews

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 287 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 396 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ballard inn it’s amazing. Very relaxing atmosphere. The place is magical
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is quaint and cozy! Check in was super fast and easy and front desk is kind and efficient;)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff amazing, location just ok, I don’t like they breakfast, room atmosphere is very stylish and nice, very clean, no tv and no fridge, good parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy boutique hotel in a beautiful area. Staff is great. Rooms are unique and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally cute B&B and the staff was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Charming but with modern working plumbing, HVAC and good bed. Great daily full breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, close to wineries and sights but quiet too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

marylou

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
ballard inn is a great little b and b. very centrally located to vineyards, downtown areas, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our whole experience was excellent, staff were excellent and very friendly . We loved it , would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gertrude

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this quaint little place. Welcome treats and breakfast were delightful! Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flavia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely old inn in wine country.

Room was spacious and quiet, staff was very helpfully and friendly. Location is great for exploring the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frazier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, spacious room, friendly and helpful staff. Very comfortable bed with beautiful linens. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderfully designed hotel with a great ambience and quiet comfortable rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is our "Happy Place" and the Staff is terrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Liked: Room comfort

Pleasant but overpriced

This is a small property which does not have someone permanently available on reception desk. Communication wasn’t easy. Pleasant staff and nice rooms but somewhat overpriced for the quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly, great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, clean room, and lovely breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint hotel -loved decor , great location ,staff wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

8/10 Good

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint property with lots of character and history. Very nice accommodations. Wonderful breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024