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The Ballard Inn & Restaurant

4.0 star property
Upscale adults-only bed & breakfast, walk to Lincourt Vineyards

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The Ballard Inn & Restaurant

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Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Classic Room | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property amenity
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, towels, soap

Overview of The Ballard Inn & Restaurant

9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

93463, CA, Solvang, 2436 Baseline Avenue
  • Popular LocationLincourt Vineyards9 min walk
  • Popular LocationButtonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard19 min walk
  • Popular LocationNella Kitchen & Bar4 min drive
  • Popular LocationLos Olivos Cafe4 min drive
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Room options

Classic Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
Champagne service
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Champagne service
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Double Room Single Use, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2017
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free bottled water
Champagne service
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Solvang

Located in Solvang, The Ballard Inn & Restaurant 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like Segway tours.

What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 19 min walk
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 6 min drive
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 7 min drive
  • Chumash Casino - 7 min drive
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 7 min drive

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
  • Maverick Saloon - 7 min drive
  • Coast Range - 7 min drive

About this property

The Ballard Inn & Restaurant

Upscale bed & breakfast revitalized in 2017 and located near Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
Located close to Lincourt Vineyards and Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House, The Ballard Inn & Restaurant provides free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a garden. Treat yourself to a sports massage or other spa services. 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
  • Bike rentals, smoke-free premises, and free newspapers
  • Tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in the lobby, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Ballard Inn & Restaurant boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries

Languages

English

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Housekeeping on request
Change of bedsheets on request
Change of towels on request
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
This information is provided by our partners.

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–10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets on request
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2017
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 45 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 125 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
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
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 & Restaurant
Ballard Inn Gathering Table
The Ballard Inn & Restaurant Solvang
The Ballard Inn & Restaurant Bed & breakfast
The Ballard Inn & Restaurant Bed & breakfast Solvang

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ballard Inn & Restaurant pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 45 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 125 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ballard Inn & Restaurant ?

As of Mar 29, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballard Inn & Restaurant on Apr 1, 2024 start from ¥49,186, 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 & Restaurant ?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ballard Inn & Restaurant ?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ballard Inn & Restaurant ?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Ballard Inn & Restaurant 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).

The Ballard Inn & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 228 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 228 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In such a beautiful area. Very relaxing. Will come back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The Ballard Inn is a charming B&B located in a beautiful semi-rural community a couple of miles south of Los Olivos. It is full of well-appointed nooks inside and outside to enjoy, including many games and books. The staff is very friendly and the breakfast is excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela, Kailua Kona

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful country inn. Only drawback was spotty Internet connectivity.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We absolutely loved staying at the Ballard Inn. It made our entire trip so much more fun and festive. It’s decorating is amazing and feels like you are staying in someone’s lovely home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Smita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the inn very much. Alexa and Suzie were super nice. Enjoyed the wine tasting at the inn too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alexa was very accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023