The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in Solvang with free breakfast
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Exterior
Front of property
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner
Free daily full breakfast
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463
  • Lincourt Vineyards
    9 min walk
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
    19 min walk
  • Apple Lane Solvang
    3 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    51 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Highlights

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Highlights

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

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Highlights

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

Classic Room

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

Highlights

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

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About the area

Solvang

At The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Lincourt Vineyards and Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Solvang B&B include Old Mission Santa Ines and Elverhoj Museum of History and Art.

What's nearby

  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Chumash Casino - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 7 min drive - 6.1 km

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

Adults-only bed & breakfast in Solvang with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi. An arcade/games room, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel was completed in January 2017.

This 4-star Solvang bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers 15 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 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

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 (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 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
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 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 22.4 per accommodation, per night.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

What is the cancellation policy at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 22 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 25 Nov 2024 start from AU$443.18, including 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.

Is parking available at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Yep, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

The closest beach to The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is Refugio State Beach (19.9 km).

What makes The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel.

Is The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel family-friendly?

No, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is an adults-only property.

Does The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, guests give top marks to the free full brekkie here! Offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

No, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 216 out of 286 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 286 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 286 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 286 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 286 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute, quaint Inn
Very nice inn; however, there is no elevator & most of the rooms are upstairs. The rooms are air conditioned, but the rest of the inn just has box fans around. Also, no refrigerator, microwave, or television in the rooms. The room we had was decorated really nice. The inn is decorated nicely, also. Really beautiful part of town, nestled in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

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

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The included breakfast was great. Above your typical buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property. The bed and pillows were delightful! Staff were super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No tv, too noisy for the building I suppose.
Good. Low tech, bring your own if you like it to fall asleep. Otherwise I thought it was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cliff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great property. Breakfast was awesome. Staff was so kind quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice and comfortable. No TV in room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Despite the lovely property we did not get the king bed we booked but a small bed perhaps a double. We hardly slept all night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Warm atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best of the best hotels I have ever stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ballard inn was a beautiful property. Clean, quiet and we had a beautiful room and a great breakfast. Will come again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Low on amenities, but otherwise fantastic
Great location and very clean accommodation. Air conditioning is super strong too which is a bonus for the hot summer days. Only downside is that there are not many amenities. No TV, no robes, no slippers. Aside from that, it's fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ann

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Bathrooms could use updating. Beautiful building!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! The chef breakfasts were excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Only recommendations would be black out curtains me wiping down the spider webs on the patio area- all the seating had webs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quick trip
Wonderful home base for a quick trip to wine country. Loved the wine and cheese in the afternoon and full breakfast in the morning. Room was clean and charming. Bathroom needs updating.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute Inn with friendly staff. My room was clean and comfortable. It was quiet and the size of the Inn felt intimate. The breakfast was really good! Only 10 min drive away from Solvang. Really enjoyed my stay. :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

XOCHITL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful bed and breakfast. Bed was so comfy. Grounds and area are gorgeous. Walk across the street and grab a bite at the amazing cafe too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Klara

Travelled with partner
I think this place has false advertising. I walked into a room that smelled horrible. There was flies everywhere. The bathroom needs major updating. Definitely not worth $450. Max I would pay is $200 and at this point I am definitely going to request a refund.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annalisa

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