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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
The current price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Classic Room

Classic Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 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
(13 reviews)
  • 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)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 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)
  • 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
(5 reviews)
  • 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)
  • 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 - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Lake Cachuma - 15 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Highway Tacos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Felix at Mattei’s Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lefty’s Coffee Co. - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roblar Winery - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • 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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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 27 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 10 May 2026 start from AU$236, 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 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.

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 423 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 423 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 423 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 423 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 423 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane, Knoxville

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely b&b
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Topanga

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Kent, Sonoita

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked the room with the fireplace. The Fiesta room. The bed was like sleeping on a sway back horse. They tried to fix it with one of those cheap foam waffle mattresses, that didn’t work. The bathroom was actually disgusting with falling off tiles and mold and none of the drains drained well. There is an actual window in the shower that goes directly to the front of the building where a street is. So if you are showering at night you are definitely giving the street a show. The fireplace is gas and that’s it. No fake log set so we never even used it because there is a warning that you could set off the fire alarm by using it. There is deferred maintenance everywhere. Pumpkins and Christmas decor still out where you can see it. It is in a good location but we will never stay there again. I called ahead to see if we could check in 2 hours early and was told that we would get a text when it was ready. We never received a text. When we checked in at 4 they had a welcome wine that we weren’t offered. They didn’t even offer for us to leave our luggage early. The public areas have definitely been upgraded but our room was probably great in 2000. Do not suggest you stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast with the chef’s special was amazing. Very charming country inn with beautiful large rooms. Staff were extremely welcoming. Definitely staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was a huge disappointment. Property doesn't have an elevator which is not mentioned in the hotel’s description. My husband has dissability so I asked for downstares room. First I was told that to change floor I need to contact Expedia. When I asked for a manager, I was told that no one was available. I insisted and asked several times to speak to the manager on the phone. Getlman at reception disappeared for quite some time and returned with the woman who said that they could give us a room that has dissability assistance. I told her that we needed a regular room but downstairs. She replied that we could have it for an additional $30 which I refused. Keep in mind that on the day we checked in, hotel had only few people staying and many rooms were available. The woman still gave us a room with disability assistance. The toilet was a foot from the floor, shower was tiny, uncomfortable, and weired. Shower head was completely rusted. Sink to wash was not in the bathroom, but in the room which was not convenient if one wanted to use the bathroom at night. No TV, no fridge, no safe. Curtains on the windows were very light and almost see-through. The light from the street at night or day light in the morning made it hard to get some sleep. Overall, the room was unclean and looked rundown.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice, Newbury Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy rooms! Beautiful Inn with a delicious breakfast. The chef was very friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend this Inn. The staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jonah

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Lovely location and property. Needs some love and has so much potential.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ballard inn it’s amazing. Very relaxing atmosphere. The place is magical
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Richard, Hawthorne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is quaint and cozy! Check in was super fast and easy and front desk is kind and efficient;)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Valentina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff amazing, location just ok, I don’t like they breakfast, room atmosphere is very stylish and nice, very clean, no tv and no fridge, good parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeka

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay - super pretty and cozy. Great staff and the free breakfast every morning was delicious!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian, San Rafael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The large corner room was delighful - all the staff were most helpful and attentive. The breakfast specials were excellent and unexpected.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henning

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

roger, Pasadena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy boutique hotel in a beautiful area. Staff is great. Rooms are unique and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Jean

Our room was in poor condition. The carpet was badly stained, mold on shower floor, bedskirt looked like an old rag badly wrinkled. No logs in gas fireplace, mismatched furniture, poorly repaired drywall water leak repairs. Hotel not representative of star rating and brand reputation. Don’t waste your money until renovated. Staff friendly and attentive. Complimentary breakfast is continental at best with one hot item. Coffee not hot after dispensing two days in a row.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Overpriced for bad service

Really felt like this hotel was a ripoff. The room was advertised as a queen bed but it was definitely a full, and breakfast was “made to order” but only if you could find a staff member, which was hard enough, and if you succeed in finding one then good luck getting them to make eye contact with you even when they’re sitting at the front desk and you’re standing one foot away from them. (The cleaning staff was excellent; it was the front desk who were rude and ambivalent). At 8am they still had yesterday’s coffee, freezing cold and full of grounds, sitting in the thermos in the dining room. No attention to detail, not romantic, bad service — I just can’t recommend enough that you don’t overpay to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Rolling Hills Estates

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome to the Inn. Our check in was quick and our room perfect. Very quiet room, spacious and clean. Breakfast was perfect with a small assortment of sliced fruit, yogurt and baked goods. Fresh coffee, water and orange juice also available for self serve. We were greeted and offered "Turkish Eggs" which were delicious, but if we wanted we could also have ordered eggs our way as well. It's a lovely place. Highly recommend a visit and stay if you're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location. Charming but with modern working plumbing, HVAC and good bed. Great daily full breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025