Sideways Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Buellton with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

Photo gallery for Sideways Inn

Lounge
Bar (on property)
Lobby lounge
Check-in/check-out kiosk
View from room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
The current price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr

Explore the area

Map
114 E Highway 246, Buellton, CA, 93427
  • OstrichLand USA
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Solvang Brewing Company
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Old Mission Santa Ines
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Courtyard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio or Balcony, Pool view

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Second Floor

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Patio or Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

King Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Buellton

At Sideways Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana and Ken Brown Wines. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the Hot tub, free pool cabanas and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .In the area of this 3-property class Buellton hotel, you'll find Chumash Casino.

What's nearby

  • OstrichLand USA - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hans Christian Andersen Park - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 7 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vega Vineyard and Farm - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Olsen's Danish Village Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪A J Spurs - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Sideways Inn

Hotel in Buellton with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Sideways Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Sideways Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Buellton hotel.

  • 112 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Sideways Inn offers 112 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • 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

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

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 accommodation, per stay plus a one-off USD 50 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses solar energy. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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).

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sideways Inn?

Yep, Sideways Inn has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Sideways Inn?

As of 1 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sideways Inn on 22 Apr 2025 start from AU$260.95, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Sideways Inn?

The closest beach to Sideways Inn is Gaviota Beach (16 km).

Is there a spa on site at Sideways Inn?

No, there is no spa at this property. Valley Holistic Healing Center is a short 18-minute walk away.

Does Sideways Inn have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Sideways Inn has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a complimentary pool cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Sideways Inn?

Sideways Inn features an outdoor pool, free pool cabanas and 1 hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sideways Inn?

No, Sideways Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sideways Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Sideways Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1020 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 380 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 151 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1642 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1642 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leticia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yessenia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greta stay and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay with a pet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lani

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, artistic, and unique. A lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnel Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
When we checked in, we were told that if we wanted to extend our stay, then we just needed to contact the desk the next morning. We did that as soon as we got up but when we tried to add another night, we were told we wouldn’t be able to keep our room and would have to move to a room what was not assessable. We moved to a different hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sreekanth, Palo Alto

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay in Solvang. Sideways Inn of the Sideways movie fame. Walkable to a lovely breakfast place, and 5 min drive to Ostrichland and 10 min drive to Solvang's Main Street. Service was good, except for: 1. booked 2 rooms but 2 nearby rooms were not available at 3pm the checkin time. we had one room on the 1st floor and another not too far, but on the 2nd floor. 2. we ordered breakfast electronically by 9pm prev day like they asked us to, but breakfast didn't arrive and we had to follow up twice. 3. included free breakfast was just a readymade oats packet we had to heat in the room, a fruit and juice. This is not free included breakfast in the lobby area. 4. there was barely any flexibility to checkout late - even though as an Expedia Platinum member, I would have liked 1hr's leniency that Expedia offers. Got 30min free, but for the next 30min had to pay $25 per room.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I took my toddler on a one night Christmas vacation on 12/22-12/23. We loved the smore’s making by the outdoor fire pits, location of the room to the pool and lobby, and the room itself, hot tea availability, cleanliness, quaintness of the aesthetic, and the girl who checked us in was kind, enthusiastic, and friendly. I plan to make it a yearly tradition to come back to your hotel at Christmas time.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcie

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Luis Cameroon

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymund

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Around 10 min away from Solvang. Lounge was great as well. Sliding bathroom door constantly jammed, but it did not fully detract from the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grace

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, front desk staff did not say much, simply checked my driver Liscense then took out a map drew a circle around the hotel and handed it over to me. Didn’t say much about the different options or recreations available. Other than that the room was clean and everything that we needed was there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Andres

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, close enough to Solvang and 45 minute drive to Santa Barbara. Convenient bar and hot dog spot in the same area and cheap gas next door. Floor had some smudges in the kitchen area, and free breakfast is very simple. Overall worth value for what you pay
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nice and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

NEUSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good
Clean hotel with a great bed, the room and bathroom are super spacious. The place is quiet and has a large parking lot
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nawaz

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Eric, Irvine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024