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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
Escape to the heart of Santa Ynez Valley at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel. Savor a full breakfast, unwind with bicycling activities or indulge in a rejuvenating deep-tissue massage. With an arcade/game room and fireplace in the lobby, this bed & breakfast offers an inviting retreat.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 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
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
  • 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 - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Chumash Casino - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chumash Casino Resort - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chumash Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Highway Tacos - ‬6 min drive
  • S.Y. Kitchen
  • ‪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, concierge services, and outdoor furniture
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • 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

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

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2017
  • 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)
  • 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of Aug 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on Sept 2, 2025 start from CA $216.42, 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. 269 out of 366 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 366 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 366 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 366 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 366 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the vibe of this property. The rooms were a perfect size and our balcony had a great view of the sunrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

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

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ephraim at the front desk was extremely helpful, kind and patient. Was willing to adjust our reservation for us to help us stay the second night. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night 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

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying there! The bed was a bit springy and the water still ran in the tub when the shower was turned on. The lever that converts the tub water stream to the shower water stream wasn’t working very well. Really very minor issues! The hotel was SO clean and beautiful. All the staff was so friendly! I will be staying there again and would absolutely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and serene. Located just far enough from the hustle and bustle areas with people. My room overlooked the front of the property. It was cozy. I also love the various sitting areas inside and outside on the long porch. I love how Well Bread Bakery is right across the street and the entire village/town is small enough to walk around in under 30 mins. It’s like a hidden secret. Definitely recommend if you want to get away for solitude.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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

6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My evening was ruined because I could not get onto your wifi. Change the password! I was not the only guest w this problem—a capital “I” looks identical to a lower case “l”. I could t check on my dog or make arrangements for the am w my friends. Over a confusing password and no one anywhere after 9 to ask. The breakfast was excellent but the wifi frustration ruined my night and my sleep. Change it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roseanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and cozy highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was close to Los Olivos and good for a one night stay. The room was comfortable, but somewhat dated. The front door key we were given didn’t work, and we had to call the emergency number to get in after we returned from dinner. They answered on the second call and we got in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a wonderful place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

maggie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the overall ambience and coziness of the property. It was mostly quiet and we were able to relax. The staff was friendly and knowledgable. It was in a quiet location (which was what we were looking for). They serve complimentary breakfast which we enjoyed. They were supposed to provide a welcome drink when we arrived, but that was never offered to us. The property had plenty of nice places to sit down inside and outside of the property. There were games available. The room itself was cozy and clean. The bed was comfortable. It did not have a TV or refrigerator in the room, but it is mentioned in the list of amenities. Pretty close to wineries and within a reasonable distance to restaurants, etc., Overall, we were happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Beautiful cozy Inn

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 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

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing! Very helpful and informative. Couldn't have been nicer.
Stayed 2 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