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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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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

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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

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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
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Private bathroom
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Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

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Balcony
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room

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Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

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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

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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

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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 neighborhood

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2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463

What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Chumash Casino - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 7 min drive - 3.8 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, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Free newspapers, concierge services, 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

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

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
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 Apr 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on Apr 30, 2025 start from $155.0, 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. 245 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 329 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

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

Roseanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and cozy highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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
Just a wonderful place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 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

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

Don

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

8/10 Good

Kendra

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

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

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Arian

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

6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
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

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Cuuute and Comfy

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

10/10 Excellent

MARIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. They were able to get me in really early. they were nice. Our room was large and clean facing the street. Parking was easy. It was like staying in an old inn. No Key Cards. Just old fashion keys. The complimentary breakfast was amazing. You had your choice of fruits, yogurt and granola. Fresh oj, coffee, tea. Each day there is one breakfast served. Ours was Turkish eggs all farm fresh. There is an amazing French bakery across the street. Between 4 and 5 there is a cheese platter and complimentary wine. (we never do this but we did one night and ended up going out to dinner with another staying in the hotel). And a heavy pour of champagne upon check in. We will definitely make this our only hotel when we visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

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

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Disliked: 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

Verified traveler

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

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

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

Meagan

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