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Sideways Inn
3 stars

Sideways Inn

114 East Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427, United States
Buellton, CA
See location+1 805 688 8448Official website
From
C$ 145
Cheapest

rate per night

8.4
Very good
based on 2669 reviews
2,669 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
C$ 145
King room
C$ 152
Superior Room
C$ 174

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Overview

Looking for the ideal place to spend a vacation in California’s revered wine country? Sideways Inn is the place to be. With an endless list of fine amenities and facilities offered to guests, there is no better place to sit back and relax with a glass of California’s finest.

Newly renovated rooms are decorated in a way that captures the unique surroundings of Santa Ynez Valley and California coastline. King and queen rooms are available, with the option of a balcony or patio. All rooms are pet friendly and are equipped with cable television, Wifi, a mini-fridge, microwave, and include a free continental breakfast each morning.

Guests are welcome to cool off in the outdoor pool, or warm up in the heated spa. All guests have access to the amenities offered at Sideways Inn’s sister location, Flying Flags Resort & Campground located right next door, which has a pool, bocce ball courts, a dog park, and more.

Enjoy food and drinks at the onsite Sideways Lounge, which serves up delicious wines, craft beers, and innovative cocktails. A menu of impressive dishes are available here.

A plethora of adventures await in wine country. Some nearby activities include indulging in classic comfort cuisine at Campfire cafe, feeding an ostrich at Ostrichland USA, sampling the wines at Alma Rosa Winery (among other countless nearby wineries), or floating across the sky in a hot air balloon.

Special packages are available for destination weddings, corporate events, family reunions and more. Sideways Inn is the perfect location and venue space to create memories of a lifetime.

Latest deals for Sideways Inn

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Double room
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C$ 200
/ night
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bed type unknown
C$ 207
/ night
King room
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1 king bed
C$ 152
/ night
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1 king bed
C$ 156
/ night
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1 king bed
C$ 167
/ night
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bed type unknown
C$ 186
/ night
Superior Room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 174
/ night
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1 queen bed
C$ 240
/ night
No inclusions
2 queen beds
C$ 262
/ night
No inclusions
1 queen bed
C$ 363
/ night
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 145
/ night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 149
/ night
No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 156
/ night
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 173
/ night
Classic room
No inclusions
1 king bed
C$ 336
/ night
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1 king bed
C$ 381
/ night
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1 king bed
C$ 426
/ night
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1 king bed
C$ 474
/ night
Deluxe room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
C$ 261
/ night
Queen room
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C$ 271
/ night
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2 queen beds
C$ 274
/ night
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C$ 278
/ night
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2 queen beds
C$ 348
/ night
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Sideways Inn

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled Access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Shower chair
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

General

  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Telephone
  • Pool view

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Casino
  • Golf

Services and conveniences

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • EV charging station
  • Free parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Complimentary breakfast

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Sideways Inn

8.4
Very good
2669 verified ratings
Wonderful
1601
Very good
476
Good
302
Okay
117
Fair
88
Mediocre
38
Poor
47

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location, cleanliness, and amenities like breakfast delivery and pools. However, many expressed concerns about the noise levels, outdated rooms, and perceived lack of value for the price paid.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Amenities8 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
Value for Price2.5 out of 10
Noise Level2.5 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
Aalia, May 2024
This is my second time staying here. The first time was great and we had a balcony overlooking the pool. The second time we got a room facing an RV park and we could hear people walk by and people tal...
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10
Wonderful
Aileen, Dec 2022
Staff was gracious.
10
Wonderful
Felix, Feb 2020
Pros (+) Close to Solvang, renovated and updated rooms that feel like home, bonfires every night, pool with Jacuzzi and a great gym. What is there not to like? And breakfast delivered to your front door in the...
Cons (-) Wanted to stay here longer.
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9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2019
Pros (+) Can’t beat location for price. Very clean. Update and modern.
Cons (-) Hard time sleeping with freeway noise. Should’ve ask for room further away from freeway.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2019
Pros (+) Room, ambience, breakfast system
Cons (-) List of tv channels. Offer cream for coffee with the room service breakfast
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2017
Pros (+) Recently renovated room was very comfortable. First time had a separate freezer with the refrigerator. Artwork and furniture were very comfortable and made for very relaxing. Very nice location very q...
Cons (-) Electrical outlets were hard to get to by the bed, but USB ports were abundant. Shower was a little awkward as there was no door or curtain, just half glass that came out. Liked the open feeling, but ...
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7.4
Good
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Cons (-) The new remodeled doors do not block out the light and are poorly design. The blinds do not block out the light also. The lighting was poor in the room Also
6.8
Okay
Scott, Sep 2016
Pros (+) Staff and location.
Cons (-) Dirty, dated bathroom.
8.5
Very good
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) easy access to wine country
Cons (-) no comment
4.2
Mediocre
janiceharington, Aug 2015
Pros (+) We arrived after check in time...around 4:30 or so- we were given keys and went to our room- which was quite a trek from the parking lot-where there were VERY limited parking spaces....our room was no...
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Location

114 East Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427

What's nearby

  • Valley Holistic Healing Center0.4 km
  • Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.1 km
  • Ostrichland USA1.5 km
  • Andre Organic Lavender2.5 km
  • Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards6 km
  • Lafond Winery7.5 km
  • Foley Estates Vineyard and Winery11.1 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at Sideways Inn

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Sideways Inn

  • How long should you stay at Sideways Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Sideways Inn

  • How do I get to Sideways Inn from the airport?

    If you’re coming to the city via Santa Barbra Airport (SBA), the most convenient way to get to the hotel would be by taking a taxi or rental car. Taxis are available in abundance outside the arrivals area, and you can have your pick from a range of rental cars at the rental car center. Thrifty, Enterprise, Hertz, and Dollar all have a desk at the airport, so you are almost guaranteed to get whichever type of rental car you want. If you want a more budget-friendly option, the bus is worth considering. They can be boarded from the bus stop on Moffett Road across from the Airline Terminal.

  • Does Sideways Inn have any amenities for guests with reduced mobility?

    Sideways Inn has a variety of accessibility services suited for all guests with reduced mobility. For starters, there is an entire unit on the ground floor that is easily accessible by a wheelchair. In addition, you can get a shower chair installed in your room upon request. Other than the shower chair, the bathrooms have a roll-in shower, adapted bath, lowered sink, and toilet with grab rails to make them accessible for people on wheelchairs.

  • Which types of rooms are available at Sideways Inn?

    You can choose from a wide range of rooms at the Sideways Inn. There are standard rooms, superior rooms, deluxe rooms, premium rooms, and classic rooms. The standard rooms feature only one king-size bed, while superior rooms can have one or two queen-size beds and a pool view. The premium rooms and deluxe rooms also have one king-size bed but are bigger, have more space, and you get a balcony. Classic rooms are also significantly bigger and come with either a garden view or a pool view.

  • Does Sideways Inn have any kid-friendly amenities for anyone traveling with the family?

    When traveling with the kids, you want to book a hotel that has all the right amenities for them to have a good time. The Sideways Inn has spacious family rooms and interconnected rooms as well in case you want to be sleeping close to them, and the rooms have a TV complete with satellite or cable channels for their entertainment. There is also a pool where they can go swimming on a hot day and, most importantly, a kid’s menu on the breakfast options.

  • Are there any highly rated attractions located near Sideways Inn?

    If you’re coming to Santa Barbra for tourism, then staying at the Sideways Inn will put you within proximity of a host of top-rated attractions in the city. If you’re a wine enthusiast and enjoy sampling different wines and touring vineyards, there are three vineyards within ten minutes of the hotel. There is the Alma Rosa Winery and Vineyards, 4 miles away, Foley Estates Vineyard and Winery, six miles away, and Lafond Winery, five miles away. You can also check out Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co and Ostrichland USA, both of which are not too far away.

  • Where is Sideways Inn located?

    Sideways Inn is located at 114 East Highway 246, 0.3 km from the centre of Buellton. Valley Holistic Healing Center is the closest landmark to Sideways Inn.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Sideways Inn?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Sideways Inn.

  • Does Sideways Inn offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Sideways Inn offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Sideways Inn offer free parking?

    Yes, Sideways Inn offers free parking.

  • How far is Sideways Inn from the airport?

    Sideways Inn is 38.1 km from Santa Barbara. Sideways Inn is 40.2 km from Santa Maria Public.

  • Does Sideways Inn have a pool?

    Yes, Sideways Inn has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Sideways Inn hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Sideways Inn in Buellton and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Sideways Inn and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Sideways Inn.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.4

Distance to downtown

0.3 km

Nearest Airport

Santa Barbara

Distance to airport

38.1 km