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Sideways Inn

3.0 star property
Hotel in Buellton with 24-hour fitness centre and outdoor pool

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Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free pool cabanas
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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114 E Highway 246, Buellton, CA, 93427
  • Place, Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Valley Holistic Healing Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, OstrichLand USA
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Queen Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Second Floor

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Second Floor

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | View from room

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

King Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Courtyard Room, 1 King Bed | Coffee and/or coffee maker

Courtyard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Premium King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

King Room with Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Accessible Standard Two Queen Room

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Two Queen Room with Courtyard View

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Two Queen Room with Balcony or Patio

  • Sleeps 4

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Living area

King Room with Balcony or Patio

  • Sleeps 2

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard Room with Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

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Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Buellton

Sideways Inn places you steps from Santa Ynez Valley and within a 10-minute stroll of Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana. 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. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class Buellton hotel include Valley Holistic Healing Center and Ken Brown Wines.

What's nearby

  • Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Valley Holistic Healing Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ken Brown Wines - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • OstrichLand USA - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Burrito Lalo - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪AJ Spurs Saloon & Dining Hall - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Sideways Inn

Hotel in Buellton with 24-hour fitness centre and outdoor pool
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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
  • Only dogs 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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
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. 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.

Are there any beaches close to Sideways Inn?

The closest beach to Sideways Inn is Refugio State Beach (20.3 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1021 out of 1569 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 336 out of 1569 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 1569 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1569 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1569 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krissy, Oceanside

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

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

10/10 Excellent

Gustavo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean well kept . Staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent check-in, rooms were clean, large and beds were comfortable. Donuts in the morning an extra treat. Third time staying here, will return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean, water in the room, k-cup coffee machine, nice shower, good location. There is a bar with an outdoor fireplace and a preformer the Tuesday evening I was there. Best thing going for me was the ev charger :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rolly

Travelled with pets
Was placed in a room far away from where I could park as a handicapped person. Made my visit ver difficult while traveling with my service dog.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hello. I felt this property was quite expensive for what was offered. It was nice and renovated. I enjoyed the hot tub . They had a huge wedding party staying who partied late and you could hear through the walls very easily. Slept horrible due to all the noise. Blinds were not black out. No ways to stream on tv. No cleaning service. Again for the price point it was not worth what was offered. Bed mattress was a little lumpy. Prob would not say again unfortunately
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ragesh, San Diego

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

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

10/10 Excellent

norjalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bien todo ya van 2 anos espero ir el otro primero dios
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norma, woodland Hilla

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly, helpful staff, balcony
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got coffee and donuts
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and the bar on the property had a great vibe and outdoor sitting area to hang out with our friends.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Prakash, Palm Desert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, quiet, clean convenient to fwy entrance
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean room, pet friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025