Hotel Ynez

I went on my wedding night with my husband and thought it would be a romantic evening. The room we had reserved had issues with the soaking tub outside and so the wonderful staff (Luis) upgraded us to a better suite. The staff did such a wonderful job and even had champagne in our room for us. The main issue we had at the hotel was that the soaking tubs they have in the better rooms take a very very long time to fill and since they were outside, they were dirty. The hotel is also a bit hard to find and figure out. It was raining when we got there and we were wandering around in the dark trying to figure out where the office was. I think it was an OK/ good experience that would have been not-so great if it wasn’t for the staff being so wonderful. The rooms themselves were quite pretty and the courtyard is stunning. A good find if you are staying for a few days.

The place is close to being very good, but it only reaches good for a few reasons. While the staff were friendly and helpful, some improvements are needed to show they care about their guests and property. The one luggage cart was not in good condition, and at check-out time, guests have to stalk other guests to get it next. Get another cart. The Adirondack chair by the firepit had a screw protruding from the armrest, which was sharp and stuck my arm because it was not attached to the frame. The music playing in the property's common areas was too loud. There was a plumbing problem with our toilet, and they spent a lot of time trying to fix it. When they couldn't, they offered to downgrade us to another room so we could have a working toilet. The main reason I chose the property was due to that specific room, which is furthest from the highway, has a 1,000-square-foot backyard for our dog to enjoy, and a soaking tub. When we declined, they offered to give us a key to a nearby room so we could use the toilet when we needed it. It was a fair compromise, but it was no fun if you had to go in the middle of the night. Finally, the breakfast room abuts room 21, so there were very loud talkers there at 7A that we could clearly hear in our room while we were trying to sleep.

This hotel is an ideal location for two or group retreat! We definitely left longing for more time. The hotel's aesthetics evoke a sense of an Italian hideaway. The rooms are thoughtfully designed with a “sit down, stay a while” vibe. The staff was exceptionally helpful and friendly. Luis greeted us as a friend we’d known for a long time! Tucked away from the highway noise, the location is ideal! A little over a mile to Solvang, 4 miles to Los Olivos. Definitely a must-stay for a weekend getaway!

Second visit to this hotel but unfortunately will be our last. The bed was definitely super comfy. But the cleanliness of the room left MUCH to be desired. Dead bugs (potato bugs, spiders and pincher bugs) littered the edges of the room. Which, to me, if housekeeping is not vacuuming up very obvious dead bugs in corners/edges, what else aren't they cleaning? We were in the room closest to the big grassy dog potty spot, the room closest to the main road which presented quite a bit of noise. Sometimes louder than ambient. A white noise machine drowned it out for me, but not a very calming room if you're not a white noise type of sleeper. Our room included a small (very adorable) attached yard with a fire pit, chairs, a tub, and a two person bistro set. That we never got to use being upon check in and sniff-about with the pups one of our pups must have discovered some sort of illicit substance in the gravel/wood chips and endured a very scary under-the-influence experience the entire night (who almost 24 hours on is still recovering from). So very little rest for me. Also, our other dog chased down and scared a poor mouse to death that attempted to escape from the small hedge in the yard upon our arrival. The water pressure leaves much to be desired. Lastly, our initial stay back in the spring of 2023 we were offered a VERY nice complimentary breakfast of delicious quiche, locally handmade pastries, coffee and tea. The food has since been eliminated and the sole offerings are coffee and tea (and assorted accompaniments) in the breakfast room, even though there are already coffee offerings in the rooms. Was definitely not worth the almost $400 bill for a one night accomodation. Love the grounds and setting of Hotel Ynez, but it's definitely not worth its price tag.

The vibe is great here. Would be perfect on a warm early summer evening, -and bring your dog. Numerous fire pits and clever “Motel California “ motif. Staff is a little untrained but kind.

Everything about Hotel Ynez, from the design choices to the service, feels so well curated and intentional. I’ve stayed here twice and both trips have been magical- hope to come back again!

While this hotel is charming and clean, the pet policy could be much clearer. The website states that all dogs are welcome with a $50 cleaning fee, but it doesn’t mention that dogs cannot be left unattended in the room under any circumstances. This critical detail was only shared with us at check-in when it was too late to make alternative plans. We had a New Year’s Eve dinner reservation that had been planned for weeks, so we carefully ensured our dog would be comfortable and stepped out briefly. Less than an hour later, we received a call stating our dog was barking and were told we needed to return within 10 minutes to avoid being charged a fee. This came as a shock, especially since our dog has stayed in hotels frequently and has never caused any issues. We promptly returned to the hotel and there was no barking audible outside the room. We even spoke with nearby guests at the fire pit, who confirmed they hadn’t heard anything. We respectfully discussed the situation with the staff, but despite our efforts, we were charged an unexpected $75 fee after check-out. Had we known how strict the pet policy was at booking, we would have chosen a different accommodation. I’m sharing this experience so that future guests with pets can make an informed decision before booking.

Disorganized and Dishonest Handling of Fire Evacuation Cancellation I am incredibly disappointed with the way Hotel Ynez handled my reservation during the Kenneth Fire evacuation. We evacuated from our home Thursday but since Hotel Ynez was fully booked, we stayed somewhere else for the night. We planned to stay at Hotel Ynez starting Friday 1/10. At the time of booking, we were told if we needed to cancel our reservation, we would receive a full credit for future use. On Friday morning, we were relieved to learn the evacuation order was lifted and power restored. I immediately called the hotel, spoke with Beth, and she told us we would be refunded. Based on this assurance, we canceled and returned home. Days later, I found that only a partial refund had been issued. When we called the hotel, Ricky said they did not refund the first night since they were not going to be able to sell the room that day. To which I said, we were not informed of this when we canceled. Then Ricky said it wasn’t a full night’s rate but rather a non-refundable deposit. To which I said, again, we were not informed of this at the time when we canceled. They insisted Beth had disclosed these policies as it was in their notes, but if that were true, why would I be questioning the charges? Ricky also told us they would not typically refund anything, and they were doing so in consideration of our evacuation situation. However, their company policy is to refund all but the first night. Therefore, no change in policy was made and she is again speaking in error. We tried to resolve this with Beth and Ricky and expressed our frustration with them saying we were lying about what we were told. But they said to take it up with our credit card and hung up on us. This behavior is a bait-and-switch. My suspicion is that they changed their mind about how they were going to handle evacuee’s cancellations, which is why they couldn’t provide 1 concise explanation for the charges. Instead of honoring their word and treating evacuees with empathy, they are changing their story to fit their gains. This is not only disingenuous, it is a hurtful and insulting way of treating people. I cannot recommend Hotel Ynez to anyone who values honesty, transparency, and compassionate service.

I love this place so much, hate to go home! This time we stayed in the Garden Suite with a small backyard and with a fire pit, soaking tub and small dining set - so private and relaxing. Love that there's coffee in the lobby in the morning and that fire pits are on early to sit by and enjoy your morning coffee.

Hotel Ynez was amazing! I discovered this gem on Hotel Tonight recently, and my husband and I thought it was so cute. The ambience, service, and decor were top-notch. I had seen it advertised a few times, but never made the decision to stay. I'm so glad that we finished our 2024 at this hotel. They had fire pits outside and there was a lovely heated pool that we did not use, but would enjoy in the future. They offer coffee and hot chocolate in the mornings and had a kitchen area set up in the lobby if you wanted to use it. There was also a Nespresso in the room, which was a huge plus. They offered bathrobes and cute local amenities too! I cannot say enough good things about this place. The service was also wonderful. The front desk gal offered to turn the fire pits on for us when we wanted them on later in the evening. Check out Hotel Ynez!

I can't wait to return here! It was such a great stay. Chic contemporary meets California heat within an old school motor court that has been revamped and infused with new life, gardens and grounds! Recommended to me by an acquaintance, I visited the website and felt intrigued. I will dapple in high end hippie chic if there's a pop of lux and the grounds grabbed me. I love grounds and gardens. It was also in Santa Ynez which, for my numerous visits to Los Olivos or Santa Barbara, I'd never visited. So that held an appeal. We jumped into it and ventured north. We absolutely loved our time, our room and this motel! Let me just say, they must be bringing in those baked goods for breakfast from Solvang because they were the best I've ever had. Yes, indeed. Our room was off the check in lobby with a small rear terrace. It was snug, but comfortable and the bathroom had great natural light. I felt very comfortable here. Zero complaints. Our private outdoor patio was lovely with a fire pit but I often found myself walking the front gardens and enjoying the numerous seating spots. We didn't walk anywhere from the motel but it was July in Santa Ynez so not exactly the time of year for that but downtown Santa Ynez was not far and had some great clothing shops and a cute breakfast restaurant. We had some great dinners while here and wine country was so close. We skipped that this trip but can attest there are excellent wines produced in this region so worth exploring for the vinophile. I really loved this motel (btw the AC worked perfectly!). I hope it doesn't blow up in popularity and become difficult to book but if you are planning a getaway to Santa Ynez Valley, this place has broad appeal... let me say.

Cozy small community feel with lots of charm. Hotel staff is great. Rooms are spacious and have nice added charm. Loved the indoor fireplace. Beds are a bit high. Lobby area and breakfast room felt line home. Their signature scent is delightful and products are all supported by local businesses. The center courtyard with fire pits were perfect for relaxing as a group and enjoying our wine. We enjoyed breakfast on our front patio each morning Pro tip - dog friendly but very tight rules by ownership. No dogs by fire pit

Hubby and I have stayed here three times and will return :). Yes, it's a splurge, but the atmosphere, the location, and the amenities are worth every penny. The people who work here are always attentive and accommodating, something we came to appreciate even more after having some minor glitches with our room. True hospitality.

Very hip beautiful and relaxing place. You feel like you have your own villa. The rooms are really nice, beautifully decorated and fully equipped with amenities. each room has a hammock in the front and is within short walking distance to fire pits. The pool is darling but tiny. It's so fun to be at this place, we made memories and we're so happy while we were there. The staff made us so comfortable and really seemed to care about our experience. And they have free parking and coffee every morning!!!

I love this hotel and we absolutely loved our stay. Everyone was so nice and friendly, the Hammock on our mini porch was the perfect way to relax and unwind after a swim in the heated, salt water pool and the fireplace in the room made the ambiance cozy and warm at night. The posh outdoor furniture with games, fire pits and tiki torches amongst the lush, beautiful trees made it feel like a mini vacation house vs. a hotel and the continental breakfast looked yummy, (Yogurt, Pastries, Fruit), despite only being able to eat the fruit, lol. But my husband said it was good. There were a few families but not a lot of small kids which helped keep things on the quieter side and the lounge area inside with a mini gift shop is really cute. Oh and GET THE BEEF JERKY- it's SO good. If I am being very picky, the only "cons" would be the bed was a little too high for us and there was no bathtub. (: Other than that, we HIGHLY recommend and we will definitely be back!

Beautiful property and amazing staff. Shout out to Ricky and Michael for making our stay so amazing. Highly recommend!

Beautiful, quiet and relaxing stay. We really enjoyed our time and Luiz was great. Would definitely come back!

Disorganized and Dishonest Handling of Fire Evacuation Cancellation I am incredibly disappointed with the way Hotel Ynez handled my reservation during the Kenneth Fire evacuation. We evacuated from our home Thursday but since Hotel Ynez was fully booked, we stayed somewhere else for the night. We planned to stay at Hotel Ynez starting Friday 1/10. At the time of booking, we were told if we needed to cancel our reservation, we would receive a full credit for future use. On Friday morning, we were relieved to learn the evacuation order was lifted and power restored. I immediately called the hotel, spoke with Beth, and she told us we would be refunded. Based on this assurance, we canceled and returned home. Days later, I found that only a partial refund had been issued. When we called the hotel, Ricky said they did not refund the first night since they were not going to be able to sell the room that day. To which I said, we were not informed of this when we canceled. Then Ricky said it wasn't a full night's rate but rather a non-refundable deposit. To which I said, again, we were not informed of this at the time when we canceled. They insisted Beth had disclosed these policies as it was in their notes, but if that were true, why would I be questioning the charges? Ricky also told us they would not typically refund anything, and they were doing so in consideration of our evacuation situation. However, their company policy is to refund all but the first night. Therefore, no change in policy was made and she is again speaking in error. We tried to resolve this with Beth and Ricky and expressed our frustration with them saying we were lying about what we were told. But they said to take it up with our credit card and hung up on us. This behavior is a bait-and-switch. My suspicion is that they changed their mind about how they were going to handle evacuee's cancellations, which is why they couldn't provide 1 concise explanation for the charges. Instead of honoring their word and treating evacuees with empathy, they are changing their story to fit their gains. This is not only disingenuous, it is a hurtful and insulting way of treating people. I cannot recommend Hotel Ynez to anyone who values honesty, transparency, and compassionate service.

WiFi doesn't work, no water pressure / hot water in the morning, grumpy staff, guests take up multiple parking spots so limited parking available. Kept tripping over the rug in the room. The communal area is cute but that's about it.

Cute little hotel to stay while visiting Solvang/ Santa Ynez area ! It's cozy affordable and spacious for us and enjoyed the free EV charging and beverage offer in morning !! Darling outdoor fireplace area to hang out ! The only thing I would change was for the outdoor pool to be a bit warmer otherwise I would come back while vacationing here

Firstly, this place is GORGEOUS. It lived up to the Instagram hype by FAR. I was worried it wouldn't look like the pictures online but I was beyond pleasantly surprised. There is so much outdoor space with lounge chairs, fire pits, a bocce court, tables for a meal outside and lots of big beautiful trees that twinkle at night. They even light up tiki torches at night too! Though it's off of a main road, it still remains pretty quiet. However we were woken up by a screaming child one morning. The hotel is kind of shaped in a circle so if there is a kid in the middle of the courtyard screaming, everyone is going to hear it. Not the best way to wake up, but kids will be kids and what can you do. There were actually many families with small kids staying there the time. There's a small pool with lounge chairs and bikes available to ride. They'll give you helmets too! The hotel is super pet friendly with dog bowls everywhere and a big patch of grass for dogs to hang out. They have breakfast boxes in the morning that had fresh baked muffins and yogurt..all really healthy stuff! A great way to have a COVID friendly continental style breakfast. Each room has a cute boho hammock outside the door, and a little patio with a bistro set to enjoy a drink or snack outside. They even have a little fridge in the lobby with some snacks and drinks for a quick grab and go situation. We stayed in some sort of a deluxe room because it had a fireplace. But the true star of our room was the BAR. Stocked with great mixers and small bottles of alcohol. There were even non alcoholic beverages available in the cool vintage fridge that was in our room too. We actually bought a lot of our own food and drinks from the market just down the street and were able to just have it in our fridge our whole stay which was nice (and saved $ on eating out). Tesla chargers are also available at this hotel. Now for my not so favorite things that I think can be improved on: -bathroom towels were paper thin -bathroom robes were EXTREMELY small...like laughably small. -toilet paper was super low quality (always a bummer at a hotel especially if you are paying over $300 a night!) -No screens on our room's windows. Would have loved to enjoy the nice breeze but wanted to keep bugs out. This hotel however is fully renovated and everything is brand new. Also, our bed was HEAVENLY. Sooo comfortable. Overall, I just think they could improve their bathroom essentials by a great deal. Staff was nice too! You can text them for anything you need and they will respond promptly. Appreciate the hospitality, hotel ynez!

This hotel fell FAR below our expectations for the very high price we paid. We expected a luxury experience and it felt like a cheap motel. Some issues included extremely loud and outdated AC units that were so loud that with the AC noise from the next room over we couldn't sleep with the windows open. Our water pressure periodically dropped to a trickle while showering or using the sink. The lights would flicker when we tried to turn them on. And the bedding felt cheap and not very comfortable. My family lives locally so I know that this was a cheap motel that was given a facelift with beautiful designing, but it still very much feels like a cheap motel. This was our wedding weekend so we booked a hotel that was nearby but on par, price wise with the luxury amenities at the Ballard Inn. This fell VERY short of our expectations of a hotel that cost over $1000 dollars for two nights.

Super cute vibes. Definitely will be back. Love the garden and the room (we had the biggest room so can't say anything about the other sizes) was so big and beautifully decorated. We even had our own yard and felt so bad we left our pup at home. Definitely love the free cookies in the lobby and the tea room where I appreciated the Art of Tea options.

Loved our stay at Hotel Ynez. So great to find a hotel that has a Garden Suite that has a probated fenced backyard for our doggies to run around while we hang out. Loved the jetted tubs outside which got nice and hot. And also the firepits. Very cozy and private, quiet romantic stay. Kudos to the friendly staff who made our stay extra special.

Super cute property. Hands down. Clean and beautiful. Unfortunately customer service is CRAP. They insisted we can not check in until after 3pm, we show up at 3:06pm, and no one was in the lobby! We waited 39 minutes for someone to show up. That's insane. If you make us wait to check in, you should at least have the courtesy to have a person available to check you into the room- beautiful property tho!

Stayed 1 night and was definitely not worth $450. Pros: Really well designed rooms and property. The fire pit and outdoor tables were a nice space to relax in and watch the sunset. Cons: Room: Bed was a bit stiff and the pillows were very thick and uncomfortable. A lot of flies in the room but it was hot and it's an outdoor entry so not surprising. We also lost hot water at one point luckily it was a hot day. Pool: We asked about late checkout the first night because the pool was dirty when we arrived and the front desk said we have to ask the same day as checkout. Fast forward to the next day and they didn't allow late checkout and the pool was still dirty. They also don't enforce the ages 21+ pool rules and there were a lot of loud kids. Breakfast: 'Breakfast' in the description was misleading, light snack would be more accurate. Yogurt, bananas, and a few muffins was not what I expected. For $450 / night I would have appreciated a bit more effort.

This place is very beautiful and rooms are very chic and lovely. The landscaping and fire pits/torches make lounging outside at night very relaxing. However, there are many issues with this place that need to be fixed to justify this price point. First of all, after enjoying the fire pit for around 40 minutes, a staff member comes up to our family at 9:35 pm and lets us know she will be shutting it off now. Not "in five minutes" but "now". Meaning she stood there while we all looked at each other and realized our conversation was essentially over and we had to gather our items and go back to our separate rooms since as she said it was "almost 10 pm". It felt very strange and abrupt to give us no warning and instead kick us out, at 9:30 on a Saturday night. I understand having a curfew of 10 pm, maybe even shutting the torches and fire off at 9:50, but it was just such an awkward moment and kind of disappointing for how expensive this hotel is. The rooms themselves are also very very small for the price, and I don't think the aesthetic or amenities make up for this. No central A/C or heating, instead there is a loud wall unit that doesn't leave for a great nights sleep. The bed is very comfortable, but the rooms don't come with a fridge, and the icemaker is not the most sanitary as the scoop is just thrown inside where the ice touches. I know that's being picky but again, this claims to be a boutique hotel that charges a lot for what it really is. At the very least the service and amenities should be top notch to make up for the room size/utilities.

First of all, I want to preface the fact that I have stayed at this particular hotel a few times and have stayed in many hotels in the Santa Ynez Valley (and surrounding communities), including their "sister" property, Skyview in Los Alamos. Although they may have slick marketing and interior design, their customer service is horrific, there are many issues that lie behind the façade. We generally overlook the small issues such as their undrinkable coffee (worst than a Midwest truck stop), their "no outside drink" policy when sitting around the firepits (Really? You know you're a vacation hotel in wine country, right?), and showers that leak everywhere... all of that is tolerable, although it deserves a few demerits at that price point. That's not where the real problems lies... Sadly, during our most recent visit on October 22nd-24th, we encountered an issue that was very troubling. When reviewing my credit card statements on November 5th (roughly ~2 weeks later) we noticed that we were DOUBLE-BILLED for our stay. The grand total should have been $922.16 total for 2 nights, but I ended up getting charged a total of $1,844.62 over 3 different charges. Definitely not a "minor" billing error, but certainly something that can be corrected rather quickly. I immediately contacted the hotel regarding the error, and received a response from the manager (Jason Brown) blaming it on a "PMS issue" (Property Management System), and that the "issue is now resolved", and I should be seeing my refund the following week. Remember, this is after the close of the books for the month of October, and about 2 WEEKS past our checkout. I then responded to him as to why they didn't notify their guests of this KNOWN double-billing situation - even just a simple email would suffice - and he didn't have an answer... he essentially kept blaming it on their booking provider (Amadeus). Hmm... so they knew they were double-billing customers, but neglected to resolve the issue until customers came forward to complain?!? Now, if you ask me, that's extremely shady. In any case, I let the issue go, assuming I would be refunded in the next week. Fast forward to over a month past our checkout (yesterday, November 29th). I was reviewing my credit card statements and noticed that I had never been refunded the $922.16. I also realized I'd never even had follow-up from the manager confirming if I indeed had been refunded. Again, very shady, and absolutely terrible customer service. I sent another email that night demanding my refund, and of course, no reaction. I sent another email today (November 30th) threatening to take this issue to the next level, at which time I finally I received a response from the manager (Jason Brown) saying that "everyone had been refunded". Huh? Well, apparently everyone except for me, kind of like when they didn't notify me of the issue in the first place? Hmm, right, okay - got it! As of today, I am still not refunded the nearly thousand dollars I am owed. I finally lost my patience with their dishonestly and filed a chargeback. I strongly recommend staying somewhere else (there are many good, local hotels) when you won't need to scour your room changes, and you won't get in trouble for relaxing with some local wine around the firepit.

This is going to be a long review, so brace yourself. TL, DR: amazing place to stay, staff is friendly and supportive; rooms are spacious, nice outdoor. No issue so far post-checkout. Tip 1: Know that they have a cut-off for checking in at 11 PM. So, if you are running late, give them a call in advance to arrange for staff to be on-site to welcome you. Tip 2: Check with staff about consuming alcohol in the room. Their policy states not to consume alcohol on-site, but they offer alcohol in the room. This is conflicting. So, check with staff to see if you can drink your brought wine in the room. Tip 3: Bicycles are free to use; check with the front desk. Electric bicycles are not cost by the hour. PARKING They have a small parking in the front. It should not be as crowded as Saturday if you arrive on Friday night. On Saturday, it is almost packed around check-in time. If there is no more parking space, give them a call, and they will direct you to their parking in the back. They will ask for your car information (make and model) at check-in, or you can request a parking pass instead to put on the dashboard. CHECK-IN The check-in office is right in the middle, with the pool and breakfast place next. Upon entering the office, I can see a spacious but cozy waiting room with a sofa, fireplace, and Christmas tree. Their marketplace next to the office is smaller than what I saw in the photo on their website, mostly filled with local products. I am informed that a $100 hold will be placed in my account and released at the end of my stay. I saw another review about being double charged for the stay, so I was super cautious when I received the pre-check-in email and decided not to complete it because they asked me to enter my credit card again. Could this be the reason? I am not sure. But so far, I have not seen my charges being doubled. ROOMS I book two deluxe rooms, and they are super spacious. Yet, the two rooms are completely different in their structure and interior decoration. My parents' room has a full-size fridge and small coffee table, while mine has a mini fridge and no coffee table. This is new and exciting because it will be a different stay experience depending on which room you get. Though, my two rooms have a gas fireplace, huge TV (I saw a comment talking about small TVs, and I was like, you called this small?), a super cozy bed, outstanding bathroom with local products that are great (according to my mom, who is now totally into their hair conditioner - and they have it for sale for $25 at the marketplace next to the office). They also stock masks and wipes in the bathroom for guests to use, which we take advantage of. The only downside of our rooms is the air conditioners. They blow directly to our bed, and we cannot adjust the direction up to the ceiling. We have to use the decorative pillow to redirect a portion of it away from our beds. Back to the wet bar, it is a serious wet bar. Unlike hotels I have been to where they give you a coffee machine, coffee pods, tea bags, and call it done, this place stocks their wet bars with alcohol, ice maker, glasses, and tools for cocktails. But I am like, don't you say that you prohibit guests from consuming alcohol on-site, as stated on your website and small booklet? At this point, I realize (and may not be true, so don't quote me) that we can consume the drink in the room, but not outside. Nevertheless, we decide not to have alcohol, just in case we get fined. But I would recommend you check it with staff next time to understand their policy because it is really conflicting after knowing that they offer alcohol in the room. Note that the alcohol bottles will cost you and not for free. The only free things at the wet bar are coffee and tea bags. BREAKFAST Their continental breakfast is filled with the basis: oat milk, cereal, milk, yogurt, toasts, eggs, jam, honey, fruits, coffee, and tea bags. Their strawberry jam is delicious, and I highly recommend trying it. They also have two pitchers of juice if you are not into coffee and tea for breakfast. The dining room is somewhat small (three tables, each with three chairs), but they have an outdoor dining area right outside, on the deck, though it's too cold to sit there. Decent breakfast, as you can expect from any continental breakfast place. OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES All the pillows and mattresses for outdoor seating/daybeds are put away in the morning for washing on Saturday and returned in the evening. Their bicycles are free to use, just need to talk to the front desk, but the electric ones come with a fee. CONCLUSION This place is amazing and worth staying when visiting Solvang/Santa Ynez. The staff is super friendly and responsive.

A lovely boutique hotel with a gorgeous outdoor space. There are plenty of benches and two large fire pits and outdoor games. There's a pool as well. It was easy to book, all staff was friendly and helpful. Limited parking, one per unit, which makes sense. It's not the kinda hotel where you can hold a party in the room. The continental breakfast had pasties and mini quiche from local bakeries. A selection of juices, cereals, and yogurts as well. I had my quiche and cinnamon roll next to the fire pit it was lovely. Wifi is good and reached outside. The room was super cute; a TV with streaming services, a full bar and snacks at a cost of course. The bathroom necessities were nice and sold at the hotel store. My only complaint is the mattress, it's far too soft. Fluffy soft where you sink in and unfortunately makes it hard to easily climb out of bed. I was talking to a group of older guest at breakfast and they had significant trouble getting out of the beds. As long as I stay one MAYBE two nights, the sleeping should be fine. I really loved the property. Each room had a hammock in front. I'd definitely stay again.

Before we checked-in, we walked around the Solvang shops, it was hot and crowded, my baby was crying, my dog was barking... hot mess! Who knew a less than 10 min drive away was the peaceful and serene Hotel Ynez!! We were so happy to see the beautiful landscaping and big trees. Lots of places to sit and chill under the shade. Once we got there, I didn't want to leave! There were hammocks and a private patio in front of each unit. There are bikes to ride and firepits. At night they turn on the laterns and lights, super pretty. There is a small pool, also. They have a little grocery with sodas, beer, wine and artisan goods from local vendors. There are not many food delivery options, but lots of restaurants a short drive away. They provide a breakfast box with yogurt and muffins, nothing special, but a little something to hold you over until lunch. No fridge in our room. Dog friendly with lots of spots to walk. Dogs must be on leash. It is close enough to everything, but also far enough away! It was very chill! It changed the vibe of our staycation! I will be back, for 2 nights next time!

The hotel was cute and very bohemian, but the rules of the place are weird and the food situation is weirder. I don't think it was worth the price but I also know there are limited options and they have a nice location so it probably doesn't matter for them. Room was comfortable and clean. Prices on in-room snacks or drinks was INSANE; Vegas insane. Breakfast was slow because the guy at the front desk is also cooking or reheating it all; waiting 45 mins at one point for Luke warm quiche. Loved the hammocks. We got kicked out of the fire area before "curfew" because the staff wanted to go home apparently. So all in all I would def stay here again but I will consider other options.

First of all this place is so charming. As you walk in from the parking lot you see the courtyard with fire pits and cozy chairs, trees with lanterns that turn on at night and give it such a romantic feel. The staff here was super friendly and professional. They really made us feel welcome. The room itself was nice and had a clean modern look. They also have a Keurig in the room for your morning coffee. The bedding was so comfortable. And each room has a hammock right outside your door! They also have bicycles and helmets you can use to ride around town, how cute! It's off a main road but honestly you don't even notice it. My boyfriend and I went on a Monday and it was so quiet and perfect. We grabbed dinner at a nearby Italian restaurant, brought it back to this place and sat under a big beautiful tree while the lanterns and fire pits were on and it was just so peaceful and romantic. Honestly, we can't wait to come back we had such a wonderful experience and we can't recommend Hotel Ynez enough to our friends.

What a gem of a location! Have stayed here 4-5 times, including during my wedding week a year ago. Stayed in the garden suite and several guests at the wedding booked other rooms. Came back this weekend to celebrate our 1 year anniversary and stayed in the deluxe room. Have never had a bad experience. Front desk staff are always friendly and helpful. Rooms always clean. Love the ambiance and decor. Nice that some light bites for breakfast are available starting at 730am including some coffee, OJ, champagne. We came back for our anniversary this year and there was a nice bottle of champagne waiting for us. What a thoughtful gesture. Love the fire pits going early in the morning and also in the evening. Would highly recommend this spot to anyone coming to town. Some favorite stops while here have included SY Kitchen, Nellas, The Red Barn for steak oMG! Bobs well bread for lunch and have loved going to Gainey up The road for a very laid back wine tasting experience.

Absolutely the cutest! This place is so beautiful and romantic. My fiancé took me on a surprise weekend away and I absolutely am so thrilled with this new spot to stay in Solvang. Solvang wine tasting is always one of my favorites but, the hotels are never that good so, this new little gem is going to keep me coming back again & again for some R&R. They have adorable hammocks attached to each room and little tables out front of each cottage also. The pool is super cute and fun to hang out with a cocktail and enjoy the sunshine.. I couldn't find one thing about this place that isn't perfect. I can't wait to come back already!

I was absolutely in love with this place on my first visit a year ago. Even upgraded this year to a deluxe room for my birthday. The deluxe is spacious. The hotel is still a very lovely and peaceful place but there are a couple of changes. I am a baker and I am big on hotel breakfast. Who wants to drive first thing in the morning? Not me. Even continental is fine if the bread/pastries are from a decent baker. Last year the breakfast was unbelievably good and from a well known local bakery. The hotel no longer provides any breakfast. Just coffee/tea service and a bowl of whole fruit. Jam and honey but no bread. That was strange. I was sad. I was told it had to do with changes to fee regulations. In other words, they can't charge a fee for breakfast (thanks CA stupid laws) so it was terminated. The rooms are still somewhat pricey. Another issue is maintenance. The lovely little pool is in a poor state with big chunks of plaster coming out of the bottom. We had to change rooms because of a faulty a/c unit. That said, the staff are still great, super accommodating and the courtyard is still magical.

What a remarkable place! The outdoor landscaping is incredible like a hideaway oasis with fire pits, tables, couches and a litany of trees. It's magical. The rooms were so bright, beautiful, and peaceful. You feel like you're in a glamorous retreat in your own cabin complete with a bar, coffee machine, and epic views. A hammock is included outside every room. We had such an enjoyable time!

We arrived on a Sunday (Dec 12) at 1pm. The place appeared to be deserted, no guest in sight, nobody at reception desk. We found some staff in a meeting. We were told check in is at 3pm. No, "Welcome, how can we help." We asked if any rooms were available for early check in. The response, "We are in a meeting, come back at 3pm." That was super disappointing. But the rooms are nice and the outdoor area is really cool. The free breakfast is not great. Also they have a strange rule: no outside alcohol allowed. Really? In wine country?

Beautiful boutique hotel with an amazing grounds. Dog friendly and clean! Which was a surprise to me. The grounds are really so beautiful that they must be enjoyed if you stay here. The complimentary breakfast is also such a sweet touch. Can enjoy it outside. It's such a serene place to be.

Had high hopes for this place, but sadly there were a few questionable management decisions that were not handled with good judgment. The experience was unsettling. Although it's not a 5 star resort, at the rate you pay for a room you would expect better service and management than one from Motel 6.

This precious boutique hotel is the best. A hidden gem. The staff were amazing and so helpful. The rooms are so beautiful and smell so good as you walk in. The beds are so comfy and the property is so unique and peaceful. Its the little touches of the makeup wipes and the spa toiletries. But, to top it off was the included breakfast. So, i was looking up best places in San Ynez for coffee and breakfast in case we had to leave early before the included breaky. The Bakers table in San Ynez came up 5 stars. So we go into the breakfast room and almost everything came from the 5 star bakery! Best quiche i ever had and the croissants were near Paris standards. Amazing! The vibe in the breakfast room was very Euro... very quaint clean and delicious! Overall, a great stay! Wish we could've stayed longer!

My wife and I stayed here for our anniversary getaway. What a wonderful experience. Staff is just outstanding in everything they do. Rooms are clean and comfortable. The bed, as many have said, was absolutely the most comfortable ever! Super soft and a little high. My wife found it very difficult to get in--I made a quick visit to the office and asked the young lady if they had maybe a step stool or something to make it easier. No Problem and a step stool was quickly delivered to the room and placed by the bed. For older guests, I'd recommend asking if you have the same problem. Breakfast was more than expected and the variety was great. The grounds are clean, very attractive and well cared for. Loved the huge 150 year old Oak tree, what a grand specimen. If you're in the area, consider this business for your stay!

I'm pretty disappointed. Our room didn't have a CLOSET or dresser. Room 3. It would have been nice for us to know this before booking. The kettle was hardly ever ready in the lobby; it was empty and or cold on Sunday. It would have been nice for someone to ensure that there's enough cups, food and water for the guests instead of the guests consistently having to ask for everything. The rooms were not cleaned and not enough towels or toilet paper was provided to accommodate a long weekend stay. Not enough k cups were in the rooms for a 3 day 2 night visits. Overall-would not return

I want to be selfish and keep this gem from becoming THE place to stay in the Santa Ynez Valley but it definitely already is! The grounds are lovely and beckon you to relax and enjoy your surroundings. The rooms are well appointed and the beds are super comfortable. I particularly loved the toiletries-Fable Soap Company wash and lotion and The Vanity Project's face and eye masks! This place was so perfect, we couldn't wait to return to our hotel after our wine tastings and enjoy our take out dinner al fresco on our patio paired by a delicious bottle of wine. Trust...you won't want to leave this place :)

This place is truly beautiful. Lovely staff. Incredible morning breakfast with fresh fruits, pastries, quiche, coffee, and juice. We enjoyed taking the e-bikes for a quick spin. Very clean. Peaceful. We honestly really enjoyed our time here and would absolutely come back!

I love the common areas. The staff is so nice. The hammocks in front of the rooms are utterly charming. so well styled, very chic overall. I absolutely love the product in the bathroom. Except for the tiny baby bathrobe-which honestly I have a feeling they bought the wrong robe and just had to go with it. The Boutique is extremely well curated and stocked with very high-end items. Really fabulous. So why is the breakfast so god awful? I mean like really really bad. Stale cereal unrefrigerated cream cheese inedible food no Splenda. Fine if it wasn't so expensive. $350 a night? You need to up the breakfast babes.

I LOOOOVE this place and definitely coming back for another stay. Perfect place to come to get away from the chaos of life. Very serene, peaceful and cute. I loved the hammock they offer in your front porch area, I loved the small fridge, the bar area, perfect sized bathroom, fireplace and best of all their comfortable bed and pillows. This place was HEAVEN. Another great plus is they allow you to bring your fur baby, which is something I always look for when staying somewhere.

We've had a disappointing experience starting the day of our hotel departure. For now all we'll say is monitor your hotel charges closely.

We had a large gathering over Presidents Day weekend - booking 11 of their rooms - and it was just simply a fabulous celebration weekend. The grounds are beautiful, with cozy alcoves for relaxing, but also there are two large fire pit areas allowing a large conversational grouping. And the hammocks on the front porch for each room gave a private place to read - or nap! The rooms are furnished beautifully - my room was the one with the kitchen and was very roomy - with soft and smooth sheets on a fantastic comfortable mattress! Sitting around the fire, we were warm, even during the evening chill, sharing wine in our group of 20. Not sure about another review regarding alcohol, but in my little booklet, it mentioned "drink wine under the stars." And we did!! The pool is heated, making it comfortable even during February! The bikes and bocci ball court were great ...even gave the kids something to do. And there's TV and Wi-Fi. The market and lounge were very nice amenities. We used their BBQ's one evening for grill dinner - using the 2 large dining tables and could comfortably serve dinner for the whole group. The continental breakfast was generous - cereal, rolls, quiche, juice, hot beverages, jam, bars, fruit, yogurt and more. Plus you could eat in the breakfast room or use the provided trays to eat on the deck, or your porch or room. And they treated us like very welcome guest! I recommend Hotel Ynez - for a romantic couples get-a-way or all the way up to booking the entire venue and having it be your location for an outdoor wedding or event.

Hotel Ynez provides a wonderful mix if 1950s retro, Moroccan, and desert chic. Our king-size bedded room was beautifully appointed and although we were able to stay only one night, we felt we'd truly 'gotten away.' That said, there's always room for improvement (I'm listing all of this in the hope that the owners will read it and make the place even better): The front desk help was not as knowledgable as one should be able to expect in an establishment at this price point. Maybe hire someone with a little more hospitality experience? The constant doodling over the outdoor speakers gets annoying after a while. The pool is pint-size and towels are hard to come by. The bikes are a nice touch, but you have to risk your life to cross the busy highway just to ride up on down the street for a couple of miles. Breakfast is disappointing, but perhaps a leftover from the Covid era? Also, before you book, be aware that Hotel Ynez caters to well-to-do millenials. So think babies, small dogs, and lots of folks working on their laptops when they should be enjoying the place. OK Boomer!

Just back from spending 2 nights at Hotel Ynez. A+ on every level! The grounds are stunning! The atmosphere forces you to relax and refresh! The rooms are spacious and have everything you need for a relaxing stay. Comfortable bed, Little refrigerator in room ,Air conditioning, 65 inch tv with cable and Net Flix. Fire pits with plenty of seating! Great shampoo, conditioner and lotion. I loved the lotion so much I bought some at the gift shop. Courtesy staff! We brought our Golden Retriever, Gilbert who was welcomed and enjoyed his stay here! Don't miss out on this fabulous hotel. You know the owners must care about your stay with the wonderful attention to detail!

Had a wonderful stay, enjoyed the seats by the pool and by the fire pit. The breakfast was good. Every hotel employee was so welcoming and friendly, the ones who stick out are Patricia and Velvet. They were so lovely! I will definitely come back, but do hope they have better beds and cleaner showers (mold on tiles).

Had the most amazing weekend here with our dog. The deluxe room was amazing and had everything we needed. The bed was soooo comfortable and the staff were super responsive when we texted for anything. The wet bar was great to have and the room was a great size. Our large dog had plenty of space. We will be coming back, what a slice of heaven!

This place is amazing,clean and there is absolutely nothing I would change about it and I've traveled to a lot of different states and countries.People saying negative stuff need to get a life.Everytime we are checking out ,we book our next trip .

Don't get me started about the room rates, but at this rate you better serve a breakfast that's at least edible, at least the level of a common $79 motel room! Where's your shame?! That said, hotel staff were very nice.

This place is a little gem! So cute and quaint, super clean, very pet friendly, quiet, and fantastic service. They're complimentary breakfast was really lovely as well.... The beds are comfortable, rooms are spacious, and bathrooms impeccably clean. The bonus is the pool ... big enough to cool down and lay out for some sun, nice landscape with hammock in every front yard. This place is a lovely boutique hotel with a great relaxing atmosphere. This a great location just a few miles from all the restraunts and wineries and the other way is Solvang . Can't wait to come back ! Thanks hotel Ynez for a great birthday weekend

We were incredibly impressed with the renovations, staff, and beautiful trees and garden. I would highly recommend for any family or guest looking to relax and enjoy peace and quiet. Nice decor with vintage touch. Nice gift shop, will definitely be coming back. Management was very kind and professional