Sideways Inn in Buellton, CA offers relaxed rooms, free breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, an outdoor pool, and a cocktail bar near Santa Barbara Wine Country.
Guests appreciate the comfortable, clean rooms and friendly service, alongside convenient amenities like free breakfast and relaxing outdoor spaces. Some note lighting and breakfast communication could improve, but overall the hotel suits travelers seeking a cozy and well-located stay near Buellton attractions.
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Sideways Inn is a quaint resort hotel located along the scenic highway in Buellton, California, featuring a distinctive exposed wood beam facade and a Dutch-style windmill. Its relaxed rooms and suites provide a practical base for visitors, with amenities that include free Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, air conditioning, and complimentary parking. The property also offers facilities such as an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, and a cozy on-site restaurant and cocktail bar, creating a convenient stay for both leisure and events.
Guests have praised the clean and comfortable accommodations, noting features like a warm pool and jacuzzi alongside a friendly atmosphere. While the breakfast is limited to coffee and light items such as muffins or donuts, it fits the bed and breakfast style. Some guests mention a need for improved room lighting and a clearer communication about available breakfast offerings, reflecting a generally positive but practical guest experience.
The hotel is well positioned for exploring the local area, sitting just a mile from the popular Ostrichland USA ranch and within easy reach of Santa Barbara Wine Country, popular for its scenic valleys and vineyards. For those interested in cultural sightseeing, the historic Mission Santa Inés is also nearby. Traveling to and from the property is manageable with Santa Barbara Airport about a 37-minute drive away.
This property suits visitors looking for an informal, comfortable stop in Buellton, especially those keen to enjoy the natural surroundings and local attractions without the trappings of a large-scale resort. Families, couples, and event attendees can appreciate the pet-friendly environment, smoke-free rooms, and accessible facilities, while the proximity to local bars and live music venues adds an extra layer of entertainment.
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Great location and nice little hotel. It felt like a boutique hotel. They don’t have full breakfast bar but do have coffee and muffins. Rooms are decent sized, it’s just that they need more lights in the room. We were there for a day.
This is a really cute little inn, and it’s really fun to stay at the motel from the movie. The rooms are decently clean, but could be better. The beds were comfortable, and the comforters weren’t too heavy. The air conditioning worked well too. The coffee they have in the lobby is also really good. Altogether, it’s pretty good.
Really cute hotel, clean, and modern. Very good location, right off of the highway (no highway noise). They have a nice fire pit area, pool, and super nice gym. Staff was helpful. Would definitely stay here again!
We've had a great experience with this lovely place! Taylee is amazing and so helpful in accommodating our associates working in the area. She made all of the requirements so easy and was so thoughtful through the process! Thank you Talley!
Awesome hotel, very clean , new remodeling, warm pool and hot jakuzzi . Coffee all the time and free donuts
Love visiting Solvang, and the Sideways inn is always nice. They now offer coffee and donuts in the hotel lobby in the morning, and they were really good.
It’s a cute spot. It has everything that person may need while traveling. Hot jacuzzi opened till 10pm, little cozy restaurant/bar with fire pit, wine/beer available for purchase at the lobby, gym and coffee in the morning. I’d definitely stay here again. Recommend!
Great stay in stylish, clean and comfortable rooms. Had a lovely morning swim in the heated pool and jacuzzi. A warm welcome from staff - only downside was they didn’t share that a light breakfast was available in the lobby so we missed the fruit/donuts and fresh coffee. Otherwise fantastic.
Featuring an exposed wood beam facade and a windmill, this charming hotel with a Dutch style is 1 mile from Ostrichland USA and 7.4 miles from Santa Barbara Wine Country.
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