Sideways Inn

Hotels
8.5 (2137 reviews)
114 East Highway 246 , Buellton , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Strong amenities
Cons:
Uncomfortable beds
Issues with room amenities
Breakfast options could improve

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Most reviews mention clean rooms, but a few complaints about room issues suggest some room for improvement.
Service
9.25
Exceptional service mentioned in multiple reviews, with staff being described as super friendly.
Location
9.25
Convenient location noted in various reviews, close to restaurants and attractions.
Room Quality
7.75
Some complaints about uncomfortable beds and issues with room amenities, lowering this score.
Amenities
8.75
Variety of amenities highlighted positively, including fitness room and hot tub.
Value for Money
8.25
Perceived as a bit expensive for the location, but positive comments on weekday pricing balance this.
Food and Beverage
7.75
Mixed reviews on coffee and breakfast options, with suggestions for improvement.
Overall Experience
8.75
Most guests express enjoyment and a desire to return, indicating a strong overall experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 14:39

Property Description

Wine Country Retreat

Nestled in the heart of the Santa Ynez wine region, Sideways Inn in Buellton offers a serene escape just off Highway 101.

Relaxation Oasis

Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and spa, perfect for unwinding after a day of wine tasting at Rideau Vineyard. Free WiFi and a coffee machine in every room ensure a comfortable stay.

Explore and Indulge

Start your day with a continental breakfast before exploring nearby attractions like Old Mission Santa Inés and Gaviota State Park. End your evenings in the charming town of Solvang, just a short drive away.

Book your stay at Sideways Inn now for a delightful wine country getaway!

Important information:

This property charges a first night's deposit after booking.

No more than 2 dogs allowed in a room & not weighing more than 50lbs each.

A deep cleaning fee of $50.00 (nonrefundable) will be applied at check-in. This includes emotional support, & therapy dogs.

Dogs must not be left unattended in room.

Dogs are not allowed in the pool area or inside the lounge.

Dogs must be kept on a leash in common areas.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SBA

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2137 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 7.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.25
Food and Beverage: 7.75
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Daniele couple it
10
Motel fantastico
Pros:

Condizioni , servizi , spazi

Cons:

Tutto perfetto

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Tamar family_with_children il
9
מלון מקסים
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Maria Estela solo_traveller us
9
2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Danielle family_with_children us
10
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Marylynne couple us
8
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Francisca couple us
8
2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Rodriguez couple us
10
I love staying at the property.
Pros:

The rooms are nice.

Cons:

Everything was good.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Rachel couple us
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Christina couple us
10
Relaxing and enjoyable vacation stay.
Pros:

Location and how well kept the facility is in and out.

Cons:

There wasn’t anything negative about staying here.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Alan couple us
9
Pros:

Location is great 👍
Very close to where we wanna go.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Alan solo_traveller nz
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Adam solo_traveller us
8
Great check in, clean. Glass on door of the room and no curtains let a lot of light in at sunrise. Suggest creating a da
Pros:

Nice boutique quite a place on a old hotel property

Cons:

Bed was big but not comfortable. A hard mattress

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Kenneth solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Fredrick solo_traveller us
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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joann solo_traveller us
8
Good spot to stay in Santa Unez Valley with very goodvalue
Pros:

Surprised by the quality of this place-comfy bed, big rooms , nice shower, quiet, good vibe all for Avery reasonable price. Lighting could be better, inside room and the security light by my door was very bright which did light up the room-easy fix: smaller wattage bulb or turn the light upwards

Cons:

Lighting-inside too dim and outside too bright. My Nespresso machine in 244 needs attention -just keeps running

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Franck solo_traveller fr
8
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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BackPacker792553 NONE
8
Mostly enjoyed our stay.
Pros:

Nice big clean rooms with a mini fridge with a little freezer. The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. We were upstairs and our only issues were people were noisy past midnight and our room shook a bit when people walked by. There is an air conditioner in the room so we slept with the fan on to drown out the noise. Also the tv had terrible reception and pixelated every few minutes. But the price was very reasonable!

2026-07-15 via Tripadvisor
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Kay solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

Great location and view

Cons:

Great for the value

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Soychiquis NONE Chico, California
10
Great place!
Pros:

We stopped here for the night and enjoyed our stay. The bed was comfortable and the area is very quiet considering the freeway is nearby. The hotel itself is very clean, so was our room. Highly recommend it!

2026-07-14 via Tripadvisor
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Timothy family_with_children us
8
2026-07-14 via Nuitee