*ATTENTION YELPERS* if you've made reservations to this place, please cancel it. It is NOT worth…read morethe 400, 800 dollars ur paying. Especially if you're coming here expecting the old Ballard Inn. This is not the same Ballard Inn of yore. EVERYTHING has changed! -first of all they used to welcome you with a whole spread of charcuterie board with both meats and cheeses. And a whole line up of many different wines. Now, they only have one small plate of a few cheeses and fruits and a couple of wines that are not even checked on frequently to replace. Also, the welcome champagne is only given to you if you specifically ask for it. -instead of the usual chocolate chip cookie that's placed on your bed to welcome you. It is now just in a jar in the lobby. -They used to turn down the bed for you when you got back to your room at night. The only thing turned down now is their neglectful hospitality. -and don't get me started on the breakfast. It used to be that you would get a menu with a whole bunch of items on it, and you can order as many items as you want and it's all included. Now all you get is a small selection of continental items. And they give you one hot item which is the same for everyone, and it was a very mediocre breakfast sandwich. I am appalled that a place that charges SO much treats you this way. What are you paying for? Just the ambiance and to sleep there? They killed 3/4ths of the Ballard experience. But wait, there's more. Their fine dining restaurant isn't there anymore, and you have to have dinner elsewhere. I am so glad I paid the weekly deal and didn't pay the obscene amount of money they charge for the holidays. This was so not worth the money I paid. I miss the old Ballard Inn! If anyone knows of a similar place to the old one please shoot me a message with the name. Thank you!

Look at the photos of the room we were given and compare them to the website. Pictures are worth a…read morethousand words. We did not have a good experience at The Ballard Inn, and the Manager, Josh, was argumentative and did not offer us a different room or resolution. There were flying insects that got in our drinks and mold in the bathroom. The room was nothing like the photos or descriptions on the website. I expect more for $500/night.

Charming, upscale boutique hotel tucked nicely in the middle of the Main Street in Los Olivos. Each…read moreroom is a suite and exquisitely decorated. Either you've got a view of the olive tree-lined streets or the courtyard. Didn't dine there, but had the inclusive breakfast before checkout which was just as impressive. If you're looking for a romantic getaway, I'd recommend this spot.

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.

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.

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.

Terrible value for money, and not in center of town. You have to drive to get central. We paid…read morenearly $400 for one night, and it's just a basic hotel I'd expect to pay $200 tops for - nothing luxurious or unique. Service was terrible. Paid extra $50 for breakfast that ended up just being a bottled juice from concession rack and continental style yogurt, oatmeal, or bagel... unreal. We thought we were getting breakfast at the restaurant when we booked. This should've been free and included.. And it took 25 minutes to scoop the oatmeal and yogurt despite the fact the restaurant was deserted and lots of staff around. A male worker also unlocked and walked straight into our room at 10am, despite us having a do not disturb sign on and check out being 11. Scared my wife and kids.. fortunately everyone was dressed. Place is clean and modern, so that is the good side. Just not anywhere close to being worth the money spent. I fully regret booking this here.

Me, my partner, and our pup Enzo had the best time at Hotel Ynez. We booked it to celebrate our…read moreanniversary and left feeling so relaxed and happy. We stayed in the Garden Suite, which was a corner room with its own private outdoor space -- a soaking tub, dining patio, and fire pit. Unfortunately, the fire pit didn't work during our stay, but there are plenty of communal fire pits sprinkled throughout the beautiful central courtyard, so it wasn't a big loss. This renovated motel‑style hotel is a hidden gem, and I'm so grateful we found it. They are extremely dog‑friendly. There's a lovely grassy field with doggy bags and a trash can right outside the room, plus tons of seating areas, bocce ball, a pool with great lounge chairs, and a little shop with cute items like books, wine, home goods, and more. The lobby opens into a charming living‑room‑style space and a cozy coffee/tea room that feels like being in someone's beautifully curated home. You can really see the attention to detail -- the art, the books, the sculptures, everything feels intentional. One thing I have to highlight is the incredible oak tree that creates the most magical shade canopy during the day and a dreamy "roof" under the night sky. It's stunning and made me so happy every time I walked by. The grounds are peaceful and perfect for relaxing. I appreciated that the pool area is 18+ -- such a nice touch for a couples' getaway. It would be lovely to have a bar or restaurant on‑site, especially for the pool area, but it wasn't a problem. We grabbed what we needed from the market next door. They made our anniversary feel special, and the room itself was quiet with a very comfortable bed. The local small‑business toiletries (lotion, hand wash, shampoo, conditioner) added a luxurious touch. The AC worked well but was extremely loud when it kicked on, so keep that in mind if you're a light sleeper -- we didn't need it much thanks to the perfect weather. I also loved the great music playing throughout the property and the sweet front porches with hammocks. The perfect getaway for couples -- we'd absolutely return.

I was astonished by how beautiful the grounds are here. And the hotel is very well-run, with rooms…read morethat are pleasant, stylish and nicely maintained. The real show stoppers are the public spaces, inside and out. The more you look, the more you see....it's a real gem. Fun facts: The back of the property fronts on a residential street. There, the hotel looks like a single-family ranch home. Super cool. And the property is flanked on either side by two very small and tidy churches. In other words, the Hotel Ynez is a random mix of ingredients that come together to create something unique and special. All in all, the bang for the buck is quite good and I would definitely stay here again. For me, the following are NOT deal breakers, but good to know ahead of time: The staff is hands-off but always available. Personally, I prefer it this way. But this is not high-touch hospitality. This place is very close to lots of great restaurants and attractions that are NOT walkable. This is a true roadside motel (albeit a very high-end-one). We were here midweek and it was super quiet and peaceful. But I can easily see this place being overrun by a block of wedding guests or worse yet, a bachelorette group, and becoming an entirely different scene. We slept great, but you will hear cars whizzing by on the road. I consider this a normal part of the motel experience, but for people who don't want it, it's there. It's not loud to me, but it does create constant white noise. It's almost like staying at the ocean. Getting a room further away from the street helps. Perhaps this is related to above. Music is played over an outdoor sound system. The music was fine, and it's not loud, but it was definitely there. Pet peeve: I don't need to hear anyone's canned setlist before noon. My life does not need your soundtrack. And I'd turn down the volume a notch or two. There are no freebies here except complementary (bad) brewed coffee and tea in the morning. No free bottled water or welcome snacks. It's not a big deal, but I don't think two free half liters of Arrowhead is too much to expect. The (complementary!) toiletries are green but not at all luxurious. Kinda meh.

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.

This is a lovely hotel. So clean the staff are very hospitable. The breakfast was delicious!…read more Came here with the family and pets for Christmas. Best decision ever!

Have been here twice for Business and both times a great stay. I really like this property. A lot…read moreto offer and close to downtown Buellton and various food and shopping. I typically try to stay at Hilton properties when I travel as much as I can. This location is very clean, has a modern feel and it seems remodeled recently, the staff is very friendly as well. Hampton Inn & Suites also give you a nice complementary breakfast and free parking, this is a great value. My room was very nice, clean, modern style. The rooms come with a mini fridge, coffee maker as well as a microwave, everything you need. The bed and pillows are comfy, the bathroom is nice and large with a full glass shower. This property also has a small Business center, a nice lobby, a pantry for snacks and misc. items. They also have a great gym here, which is a big plus in my book. They have a Precor FTS glide multi function weight machine as well as free weights, treadmills, elliptical machines and a Peloton bike. The only thing that I would improve here is adding a second bench so if there are more than one person trying to use it, other than that a great gym and have all you need for a great workout. Next time I am in the area, I will for sure be staying here once again, great property. Enjoy!

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!

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.

This whole town made me feel like I was back in my childhood. Life .. so simple. The day I was…read morethere it seemed that everyone was checking in at 330/4p, so I walked to get a bite to eat to avoid the long lines. I believe it was Jessica that checked me in. She was very helpful. The room was comfy. The hotel was quaint. I did appreciate that they sent a little text inviting you to have a free glass of wine with others there. It's walking distance to everything. They give you a list of recommendations although it seems they've had some changes recently, so they're not all open. Had my services animals with me. In the back of the building there are some places for relief. Not a lot of grass in town in general. Walks were very thin, but the town kind of shuts down around 7pm so it was pretty quiet. My neighbor was snoring loudly so I heard him. Would def stay here again.

Room was clean, but was in need of repair, huge gaps in the flooring. Some paint pealing around the…read moremirror, The first two people I meet were very friendly and helpful, the young lady that helped me check in acted like she couldn't care less. Back to the room furnishing were all hard and uncomfortable. The bed made a loud pop any time you moved. But the thing that ruined it for me was that you could hear every thing happing in the building in the room. So there was little rest and Less relaxation. I thought that if would calm down as it got later but no. The people above must have been chasing a child around all night. As for the breakfast I would just drop it all together. I have stayed at many mediocre hotels that do breakfast so much better. Overall not the worst stay ever but was very disappointing. Don't know if I was stay again.