Alisal Ranch is truly a one-of-a-kind experience and a place everyone should visit at least once…read more There's an impressive variety of activities, whether you want a relaxed day or one packed with adventure. Tye concierge team is incredibly helpful in guiding you if you are unsure where to start. We did pickleball lessons, archery, axe throwing, pistol shooting, and ATV ride, pizza making, and a horseback ride-each led by friendly, knowledgeable staff who make you feel instantly at home. The dining was memorable, with hearty breakfasts and delicious three-course dinners. The french onion soup and steaks were standouts. What's most surprising is how transported you feel-you forget you are in California. Visiting in December was especially enjoyable during the slower season and pairing the trip to town for Julefest made it even more special. Highly recommend!

Some things force you to remember to take a chance. Never done or thought of doing a "ranch" or any…read moresort. But, we figured we'd give this place a chance not only because we heard great things but because why not? We were not disappointed at all. This place checked off every box of an amazing staycation list anyone would have. So much to do, so kid friendly, so adult friendly. Something to do for everyone. And the service was impeccable. The weather was amazing during our stay but I'm not sure there would be a bad weather time. They order a lot here. I will be back for sure.

We had a great time at the Corque Hotel! It's incredibly cute, clean, & staff are great! We also…read more*really* LOVED the shower gel & body they provided. It's so fragrant, light, & refreshing ! We both them both to take home with us! In the lobby you can find iced cold fruit-infused water, usually two different flavor pallets too! It's small, boutique, & in perfect distance to everything you need. But yet you still get a little break from all the hustle & bustle. It's also important to note that Corque is quite literally a 2-3min walk to sweeping panoramic views of the beautiful valley from the garden vistas at Mission Santa Inés, which was founded in 1804! Corque is such an incredible value for all they have to offer you!

Very cute property right in the heart of Solvang. King room was spacious, with a separate tub in…read morethe equally spacious bathroom. Mini fridge and Keurig in room, no microwave if that's your thing. I was able to park right in front; I assume there are more spots behind the building. Staff were all very nice and welcoming. There's a lemon water station in the lobby, but alas, no coffee bar in the morning. Walking distance to restaurants and bars and shops and bakeries in the neighborhood. Not sure if the walls were just thin, or if the family (and their child) next door were extra loud, but I could hear them in the morning. I'll make sure to request a far corner next time I'm back. Overall, worth a return for sure!

Had a wonderful midweek stay. Everything was nice including the steam shower and whirlpool tub…read more(wow!). Staff was very friendly and helpful, very clean and well kept, as well as the food, coffee, teas, wines, and snacks were tasty. If you have the time I HIGHLY recommend getting a spa treatment. I got a 50 minute facial with Usha and it was exceptional. One of the best facials that I have ever had.

I love this hotels. Reception was very friendly…read more Pretty interior. We choose two bed and it was nice. In the room has sauna and hot tub. Nice free breakfast service. Actually we wanted stay in Salvang area but this hotel looks nice. 7min drive to Salvang but everything close by. Definitely I will stay again if I'm traveling this area again.

I am going to let you in on a little secret…read more... Yeah, I'm going to share with you what i THINK is the best kind of getaway, well, at least in my humble opinion. It's the kind that doesn't abruptly end, but it just sort of.... keeps on going. Let me explain. Have you ever gone on vacation and said to yourself, or to your spouse or even to your kids.... "Gee, I could have really used one more night" Or Let out the exaggerated (Ughh)... "I don't want to go back to work tomorrow, I wish we could just extend our trip by just one more day" Well... On a recent trip with my family, We INTENTIONALLY did just that. My wife booked us a 2 night stay in Paso Robles at a beautiful boutique style/chain hotel. (The Ava Hotel in Paso) (Check out my review for the deets) Usually, when we do these short, weekend trips, I work up until the day of our trip and then go back the very next day once we return... But, NOT THIS TIME! Yeah, This time, my wife intentionally told me, let's book one more night on the way home from our trip in Paso just to break up the drive home and enjoy one more day off of work and time with the fam. Heck, I've got loads of PTO and who wants to be at work anyway, so it wasn't too hard to twist my arm on this one. And just like that.... Solvang, Here we Come! Yes, the cute, quaint town of Solvang is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway or even just for a one night stay like we did. Of course, my wife, the Queen of finding the best places to stay/eat... (AND I AM THE ONE WHO IS THE "ELITE" haha) booked us a room at the Landsby hotel and it was nothing short of a treat. Here's why: The Landsby is more than just a room... Inside of a hotel... Located in the heart of this Danish town known as: SOLVANG It wasn't just, "let's build a hotel where the people can stay and explore the town while they are here". At least that's not the impression it gave me! Instead, The Landsby has a Charm about, it has Character and most of all it gives you the impression that you are in a modern-day Dutch village. But one of my favorite parts.... The Room Key, keyword, "KEY" Yeah! The room key is an actual Key!!! A metal, lock and key, just like the good 'ol days! Ain't no digital, pre-programmed, modern day, technologically advanced system like every other hotel does it.... And I liked it! And to match the old school style key... The t.v is in black and white, the internet is run on dial up and the telephone is a rotary dial..... JUST KIDDING!!!! But wouldn't that be cool! Aside from the small town European vibe that the exterior of the building gives you, once you step inside both the hotel and then your room, you are immediately transported to a place that feels welcoming, familiar and most of all comfortable. Because this was a short stay (just a one nighter) we didn't take advantage of the amenities like we normally do, but next time we will. A lobby bar (our favorite place to check out), an onsite restaurant (Mad & Vin which loos really good), an outdoor courtyard to sit and relax, and complimentary cruiser bikes to explore the town. The Landsby is Pet friendly, so definitely check out their webpage for details for your furry friends. So....... Now that I've let you in on my little secret, I don't want you to keep it that way! Spread the word! Pass it along! Tell a friend! Come check out the Landsby in Solvang!!

This was such a cute spot for a weekend getaway in Solvang. The decor felt beautifully updated and…read morestylish, and I especially loved the outdoor patio with fire pits perfect for relaxing with a glass of wine. The location couldn't be better, right in the heart of town and close to everything. My only downside was a very loud neighbor that disrupted my first night. That said, the staff was incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make sure the rest of my stay was peaceful and enjoyable. Overall, I'm really glad I stayed here and would absolutely come back for another Solvang trip.

Best hotel I've found in Solvang. I've stayed at a different hotel each time visiting Solvang and…read morethis is the first I want to repeat. Staff was available and helped me pick the room for my needs before booking. They accommodated an early check in (small fee). Check in and out was easy. The room felt more like a little apartment vs a hotel room. The one we got was large with a nice patio and fire pit. I love that they have an empty fridge and microwave for you to use. The bed was comfy, hot water and good shower head. Clean and well maintained. There is also a clean separate communal restroom to use for #2 if you need it . While a slightly further walk from the downtown area, we had nice issue walking. Give this place a try. They're doing it right!!

Solvang is one of the cutest little towns in California. That being said, the tourist attractions…read moreare the main economic activity along with the wine. When you combine the two, I'm sure the maintenance of the facilities is quite the task. The checkin was through Cloud beds, which meant there was absolutely no personal contact whatsoever. I checked in via a link, was given a code and viola. The motel has gone through some cosmetic restoration, but I'm not sure it's enough for a 5 star recommendation. The tub was chipped, the paint was chipped in several places and we could hear every step from our upstairs neighbors (well placed rugs or carpet may have been helpful). That being said, it was clean and reasonably priced. I'm sympathetic to the arduous task it must be to maintain an inn with the tourist and inebriated.

The rooms are huge and central location is great. Pretty quiet despite being close to the center of…read moretown. There's no front desk or lobby, just a phone number. Last time they didn't send me the access code so I was slightly delayed getting into my room, but otherwise the self service aspect is fine.

The hotel is beautifully decorated. However there's no Iive staff and though they leave a text…read morenumber there's no response. The room is definitely worth it. Check in process can be challenging. They text me the same day of check in to ask me for my email and a credit card. I was not comfortable replying as I thought it might be spam. I waited until I arrived. I had to call a number, and provide my credit card for incidentals over the phone. I was hoping they would have a check in machine similar to vegas hotels since no live staff. It was pretty loud to hear as another group was trying to check in too. I am giving a 3 due to service. The balcony door's lock was not working. I text them when we checked in to report issue with no response. The hotel room was beautiful and pleasant. I loved the nespresso coffee, the lounge area. They also had a reading lounge. Everything was artistic with great color, very new and clean. Another issue I had was that I booked through a 3rd party and prepaid room when over night I received an extra charge notification. When I called in the morning around 6:30 am I was advised no manger was available until 7 am and someone would call me then. I waited until 7:30 am as no one called me I called again. I was advised they were having systems issues with their app. Since it was a 3rd party the app was charging me the 3rd party charge. Which was $50 less what I paid to the 3rd party. I advised them I had already prepaid. They advised me they would release hold in 2-3 days. I called the 3rd party to advise the above. They called Winston staff as they shortly after sent me a text. I do believe Winston was in error to charge me while I had already paid the 3rd party. The funds were released the next day. Keep an eye on credit card notifications if stay here. Other than the above issue and Check in service I would stay here again. The room was comfortable with the exception of the balcony door not locking.

We had a delightful experience here. Really nice, clean, fresh, and modern rooms with a real touch…read moreof warmth, elegance, and "at home" feel. Excellent service, Richy and everyone else we encountered were so pleasant and helpful. Would love to stay again.

This hotel was a great value for the service and accommodations. One staff member, Kat, was…read moreextremely helpful helping us book our massage at another facility. We had our 25th anniversary here and they upgraded our suite. Breakfast was delicious and the pool was perfect. Walking distance to all of the tasting rooms.

My family stayed here for two nights and we loved the entire experience!…read more Every staff member we encountered was fantastic, we ate at the restaurant and our server was the best! He was quick, friendly and helpful. The outdoor area is great if you are traveling with kids, I will be staying here again in the future! Excellent value for the price.

The Hadsten is a decent motel just a short walk from the downtown area of Solvang. The rooms are…read morespacious and have been recently renovated. The bathrooms (single vanity) are large with a nice walk-in shower. There's a coffee/tea service in the room (paper cups). The room lacked a luggage holder. Overall I'd describe the Hadsten as an upscale motel rather than a hotel. Service was perfunctory and not particularly friendly.

My husband Matt B. turned 43 last month, and we celebrated with a weekend in Los Olivos, staying…read moretwo nights in The Inn at Mattei's Tavern. It was a wonderful grown-up getaway, our kids stashed with my mom in another country. Relaxing and deeply enjoyable, with great accommodations and lots of wine. One thing to note, for those booking online--there's a shady website that paid Google for higher placement in the search results than the actual hotel website, and if you book through them, they will charge you hundreds of dollars in excess fees. I fell for this stupid trap and was lucky to get my money back before rebooking through the hotel site and permanently switching my search engine to DuckDuckGo. The Inn at Mattei's Tavern is expensive enough to begin with. It's a very nice hotel, but I didn't think the price point was quite justified--maybe we got squeezed because there was a wedding on the property during our stay and we weren't part of the block. The $60 resort fee is also ridiculous. All that said, it was a lovely hotel, and easily the most high-end in the small town of Los Olivos. Mattei's Tavern has a long history, going back to 1886, when it was a popular stagecoach stop. The hotel's aesthetic leans accordingly western--a little horsey, a little ranchy, with cowboy hats for sale in the lobby shop. It is also, though, a modern California luxury hotel, expensively renovated in the not-too-distant past. The staff was friendly and helpful, both over the phone and in person. We were eligible for an upgrade if available because of a random Mercedes Benz partnership (I drive a Mercedes), but I guess there wasn't one, likely because of the wedding. The Mercedes promotion was good for a $100 food and beverage credit, which we redeemed at the Tavern, the hotel's excellent restaurant. We also enjoyed welcome drinks at check-in, made with whiskey, ginger, and lemon, and soft caramels that came with turndown service. We took home a complimentary bottle of Presqu'ile wine, from a vineyard in Santa Maria. This was in addition to the many wines we purchased at local tasting rooms over our brief stay, which a hard-working bellman helped us schlep out of our room. We got a patio king studio, and it was clean, comfortable, roomy, and attractive. There was a small living area that wasn't especially useful. The fireplace was cool, and I liked that it could be used inside the room or on the patio. There was a pool, which maybe started to justify the resort fee, and we visited our first morning to relax before heading out to drink wine. The vibe was pleasant, a lot of adults chilling quietly with books. If you travel fancy and want to visit Los Olivos, The Inn at Mattei's Tavern is the place to stay. We had a wonderful time in this cute, walkable, wine-soaked town, and hope to come back again soon.

I stayed at The Tavern at Los Olivos for a 3-day work retreat and was genuinely impressed from…read morestart to finish. The property itself is stunning, luxurious but warm, with a relaxed wine-country feel that makes it easy to settle in whether you're there for work or leisure. The rooms are beautifully done with a modern farmhouse style: tasteful décor, high-end fixtures, and really solid furniture that feels both comfortable and thoughtfully chosen. Everything was clean, well maintained, and felt upscale without being over the top. It was the kind of room you actually look forward to coming back to after a long day. Food was another highlight. Every meal was consistently great well prepared, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. It made the whole retreat experience feel elevated without being formal or stiff. The staff deserves special mention. Everyone I interacted with was incredibly kind, professional, and attentive. They went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed and created a very welcoming atmosphere throughout the stay. And a fun bonus: they had four Mercedes vehicles available for use. I ended up driving all four during my stay, which definitely added to the overall experience and convenience. Overall, The Tavern at Los Olivos delivered on every level comfort, style, service, and location. Whether you're planning a work retreat, a weekend getaway, or just want a luxurious place to stay in wine country, this place is absolutely worth it. Would happily return.

Disclaimer: I didn't stay here, but visiting it made me glad I didn't…read more For a very walkable town, the area around this inn was incredibly dark at night. I couldn't see a thing. That alone was a turn off. Overall, this place looked like a small mansion converted into an inn. Pretty tight walkways on the stairs and getting to the rooms. The front desk is literally a desk in the middle of the lobby. Can't speak for the rooms though.

Stayed in late November, will not return. It was just sold and shouldn't be open while they're…read moretrying to figure things out, but of course they obviously want to make money (way overpriced)-- at the expense of the guests. I read it used to be warm and friendly. Lobby was empty and cold, digital check in, no human greeters on site. Used to have continental breakfast, nothing now. Won't be back anytime soon to Solvang in general, it's a major tourist trap now. Also, previously great on site restaurant closed, elevator was out of service, lots of stairs, no mini fridge, yada yada yada. The good was that the room was very clean and a big bath tub.