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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property
Adults-only bed & breakfast in Solvang with free breakfast

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Porch
Exterior
Lobby
Point of interest
Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463
  • Place, Lincourt Vineyards
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Mission Santa Ines
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Highlights

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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 continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. 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.
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What's nearby

  • Lincourt Vineyards - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • OstrichLand USA - 11 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Felix at Mattei’s Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roblar Winery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Well Bread At The Ballard Store - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bar Le Cote - ‬4 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. Multilingual staff, 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
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • 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. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Games

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2017
  • 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)
  • Heating
  • 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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.

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 continental 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.

Reviews

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 279 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 383 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My evening was ruined because I could not get onto your wifi. Change the password! I was not the only guest w this problem—a capital “I” looks identical to a lower case “l”. I could t check on my dog or make arrangements for the am w my friends. Over a confusing password and no one anywhere after 9 to ask. The breakfast was excellent but the wifi frustration ruined my night and my sleep. Change it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dr. Greg and Tracy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Araceli

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous country getaway

What a gorgeous place to stay and relax!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying there! The bed was a bit springy and the water still ran in the tub when the shower was turned on. The lever that converts the tub water stream to the shower water stream wasn’t working very well. Really very minor issues! The hotel was SO clean and beautiful. All the staff was so friendly! I will be staying there again and would absolutely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the vibe of this property. The rooms were a perfect size and our balcony had a great view of the sunrise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and serene. Located just far enough from the hustle and bustle areas with people. My room overlooked the front of the property. It was cozy. I also love the various sitting areas inside and outside on the long porch. I love how Well Bread Bakery is right across the street and the entire village/town is small enough to walk around in under 30 mins. It’s like a hidden secret. Definitely recommend if you want to get away for solitude.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ephraim at the front desk was extremely helpful, kind and patient. Was willing to adjust our reservation for us to help us stay the second night. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lucy

Liked: Room comfort

Pleasant but overpriced

This is a small property which does not have someone permanently available on reception desk. Communication wasn’t easy. Pleasant staff and nice rooms but somewhat overpriced for the quality.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gertrude

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this quaint little place. Welcome treats and breakfast were delightful! Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

marylou, sherman Oaks

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
ballard inn is a great little b and b. very centrally located to vineyards, downtown areas, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inah

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

maggie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the overall ambience and coziness of the property. It was mostly quiet and we were able to relax. The staff was friendly and knowledgable. It was in a quiet location (which was what we were looking for). They serve complimentary breakfast which we enjoyed. They were supposed to provide a welcome drink when we arrived, but that was never offered to us. The property had plenty of nice places to sit down inside and outside of the property. There were games available. The room itself was cozy and clean. The bed was comfortable. It did not have a TV or refrigerator in the room, but it is mentioned in the list of amenities. Pretty close to wineries and within a reasonable distance to restaurants, etc., Overall, we were happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

colleen, Palos Verdes estates

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Justin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Plenty of other options in the area

The Kirkwood Collection should be thoroughly embarrassed to have this "hotel" in their portfolio considering it's hardly a hotel at all. It's more of a collection of rooms with a roof. Anyone in need of even the barest of amenities in their hotel room will be sorely disappointed. No mini fridge (which is a shame in wine country), no TV, a single drawer for clothes, sheer curtains that allow full sun at 5am, only enough hot water for one person to take a 5min shower in the morning...I could go on and on. The entire place is old and dingy, the carpet in our room was ancient and filthy with multiple torn areas. The "free breakfast" is nothing more than burnt coffee, some cut-up melon, plain yogurt, and granola. Thankfully there's a great bakery across the street. We come up to wine country every couple of years for a quick get-away and have stayed at some lovely places. After checking into our room we nearly ate the cost and went elsewhere. I truly have no idea how this place has such great reviews.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location was close to Los Olivos and good for a one night stay. The room was comfortable, but somewhat dated. The front door key we were given didn’t work, and we had to call the emergency number to get in after we returned from dinner. They answered on the second call and we got in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our whole experience was excellent, staff were excellent and very friendly . We loved it , would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siphanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flavia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely old inn in wine country.

Room was spacious and quiet, staff was very helpfully and friendly. Location is great for exploring the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Tim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. I stayed for business and arrived at about 10 p.m. when I checked in. The key was waiting with an envelope with my name on it and bill inside. Except, for work, I need a detailed bill outlining taxes etc. It has been very difficult to get a copy of this bill. It doesn't seem like they have many people physically there to man phones or respond to customers.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THIS WAS OUR FAVORITE HOTEL OF THE ENTIRE PACIFIC HIGHWAY TRIP!!!! And it wasn’t even on the Pacific highway!!!! Due to the fires and the construction going on. We had to detour inland. And we ended up in los Olivos, which I believe is part of the California one region. We randomly found this hotel and it is more like a bed-and-breakfast to be honest. Everything about it just felt like a peaceful getaway in another place. And the hosts were so welcoming. We especially loved the happy hour wine and cheese plate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 1 night in May 2025