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The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

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Located close to Lincourt Vineyards and Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. Free in-room WiFi and a fireplace in reception are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Room service
The current price is AU$301
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a bench, a wicker chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

A bedroom with a brick fireplace, a wooden desk, a bed, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bench, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding glass door.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and fireplace.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Fireplace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

A bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a bench, a round coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Corner

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

A bedroom with a large bed, a fireplace, a chandelier, and a view through a glass door.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Solvang, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel is in a rural area. Elverhoj Museum of History and Art and Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lincourt Vineyards and Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard. Old Mission Santa Ines and Lake Cachuma are two other places to visit that come recommended. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours and health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Solvang travel guide
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Map
2436 Baseline Avenue, Solvang, CA, 93463

What's nearby

  • A church with a bell tower and arched windows.
    Old Mission Santa Ines
    5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • A hotel with an American flag, a sign reading "Chumash Casino Resort," and a parking lot with cars and RVs.
    Chumash Casino
    7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • A coastal landscape with a clear blue lake, surrounded by mountains and sparse vegetation.
    Lake Cachuma
    14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Lincourt Vineyards
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard
    1 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Santa Ynez, CA (SQA)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chumash Casino Resort
    7 min drive
  • Highway Tacos
    6 min drive
  • Olsen's Danish Village Bakery
    7 min drive
  • Mortensens Danish Bake
    7 min drive
  • Solvang Bakery
    7 min drive

About this property

The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

  • Upscale bed & breakfast near Lincourt Vineyards
  • Located close to Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard and Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a garden. Active travellers can enjoy cycling at this bed & breakfast. In addition to a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • Free self-parking
    • A bike on-site, smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
    • Concierge services, multilingual staff and tour/ticket information
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All rooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 22.4 per accommodation, per night.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel on 7 Sept 2026 start from AU$301, 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.

How much is parking at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lincourt Vineyards and Buttonwood Farm Winery & Vineyard. Old Mission Santa Ines and Elverhoj Museum of History and Art are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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