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    Our top choices for Santa Ynez motels

    1. King Frederik Inn

    A golf course with rolling hills, a pond, and trees.

    2. Royal Copenhagen Inn

    A well-maintained golf course with a putting green, surrounded by traditional European-style buildings with brick facades and pitched roofs.

    3. Solvang Inn and Cottages

    A two-story building with a covered patio area featuring a bench and potted plants.

    4. Motel 6 Buellton, CA - Solvang Area

    A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of the outside, and a red accent wall.

    5. Atterdag Inn

    A two-story building with a red door and a flag.

    6. Hamlet Inn

    A row of red doors with potted plants in front.

    7. Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn

    A rustic interior with a brick fireplace, wooden benches, and a dining table.

    8. Viking Inn

    A group of people toasting at a table with wine glasses and bottles, surrounded by greenery.

    9. San Marcos Motel

    A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

    10. Alamo Motel

    An outdoor seating area with string lights, a fire pit, and a pond.

    11. O'cairns Inn & Suites

    A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a building with a flat roof.

    12. Lotus of Lompoc - A Great Hospitality Inn

    A pink church with a bell tower and a white building with arched windows.

    13. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

    A two-story motel with a balcony on the second floor, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a parking lot in front.

    14. Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

    A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a table with two chairs.

    15. Rose Garden Inn

    A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

    16. Solei House

    A hotel room with a wooden headboard, two beds, white bedding, and a blue bedside table.

    17. Sandpiper Lodge

    A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

    18. Oasis Inn & Suites

    A building with a distinctive wavy facade, a decorative archway, and vibrant pink flowers in the foreground.

    19. Town and Country Inn

    A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, TV, and a small desk with a chair.

    20. Agave Inn

    A hotel room with two beds, a red sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

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    Learn more about Santa Ynez

    Rolling vineyards stretch across this idyllic valley where wine tasting rooms welcome you in cowboy boots and jeans. Visit the Danish-inspired town of Solvang nearby, then horseback ride through oak-studded hills where 'Sideways' was filmed.

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    Top reviews in Santa Ynez

    Royal Copenhagen Inn

    A well-maintained golf course with a putting green, surrounded by traditional European-style buildings with brick facades and pitched roofs.

    Solvang Inn and Cottages

    A two-story building with a covered patio area featuring a bench and potted plants.

    Hamlet Inn

    A row of red doors with potted plants in front.

    Atterdag Inn

    A two-story building with a red door and a flag.

    Viking Inn

    A group of people toasting at a table with wine glasses and bottles, surrounded by greenery.

    Svendsgaard's Danish Lodge Americas Best Value Inn

    A rustic interior with a brick fireplace, wooden benches, and a dining table.

    Alamo Motel

    An outdoor seating area with string lights, a fire pit, and a pond.

    San Marcos Motel

    A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a television mounted on the wall.

    Sandpiper Lodge

    A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden chairs, and a large island. There are multiple dining tables with chairs, a refrigerator, and a TV mounted on the wall.

    Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara

    A two-story motel with a balcony on the second floor, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a parking lot in front.

    Town and Country Inn

    A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, TV, and a small desk with a chair.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What can I expect from a motel trip to Santa Ynez?

    If you're having difficulty finding a motel in Santa Ynez, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from more than 80 lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.

    What is a motel?

    Motels often have free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

    What are the best motels in Santa Ynez?

    These are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Sandpiper Lodge is located 22.8 mi (36.7 km) from the heart of Santa Ynez. Enjoy access to the fitness center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. King Frederik Inn: A 24-hour business center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Central Santa Ynez is 3.7 mi (6 km) away. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 22.8 mi (36.7 km) from the heart of Santa Ynez. Royal Copenhagen Inn: Central Santa Ynez is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) away. A 24-hour front desk along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Oasis Inn & Suites: 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Santa Ynez. Enjoy access to the computer station, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

    What can I do in Santa Ynez?

    Enjoy the wineries in this romantic, relaxing area while you're sightseeing. People visiting Santa Ynez like its spas and restaurants. Enjoy nature with a stop at Santa Ynez Valley and Lake Cachuma. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: OstrichLand USA, South Coast Railroad Museum, and Devereaux Slough. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Chumash Casino, Sunstone Vineyards & Winery, and Roblar Winery.

    What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Ynez?

    Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Santa Ynez to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Ynez is 17 inches.

    What are my options for getting around Santa Ynez when staying in a motel?

    We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Santa Ynez to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is 19 mi (30.6 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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