Sideways Inn

3.0 star property
VIP Access

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Lobby lounge
Lobby sitting area
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free pool cabanas
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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114 E Highway 246, Buellton, CA, 93427
  • Place, Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Valley Holistic Healing Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, OstrichLand USA
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪37 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(51 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio or Balcony, Pool view

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Second Floor

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Patio or Balcony, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Courtyard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Sideways Inn

Hotel in Buellton with 24-hour fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include Access to hot tub, a meeting room and laundry facilities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Sideways Inn offers 112 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre.
Sideways Inn's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Ynez Valley. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Amenities include a meeting room, convenience store and a gift shop
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • Steps from Santa Ynez Valley and 6 minutes on foot from Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Sideways Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Sideways Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Buellton hotel.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay plus a one-off USD 50 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Sideways Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 992 out of 1531 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1531 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1531 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1531 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1531 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

BABET

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
*
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here whenever we are in solvang area. They are consistent. My only feedback is that they don’t have any high chairs on the whole property; get a few for us parents!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome stay

Excellent experience on every aspect of our stay. Spacious rooms, practical amenities ( microwave, fridge, etc) , furnished balcony, large bathroom with eco friendly toiletries, very comfortable bed, plenty easy parking on premises. Nothing but praise for everybody at this hotel for professionalism, friendliness and for showing what hospitality should look like. Highly recommend this place for everything it offers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room. Well appointed. They no longer offer the breakfast option that was left on your door each morning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staff was friendly and attentive to requests. In regard to VIP bonuses-- the lounge credit wasn't helpful, as we had family dinner functions, so no need for evening food/drink.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
quick stay, but was very clean. The Tv has terrible connection. coffee and donuts in the morning
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathy

Liked: Staff & service
Place is just okay. There’s no wow factor. We went to the bar to have a drink and the bartender seemed like he was in a bad mood, didn’t make us feel welcomed. The power went out when I was blow drying my hair. We had to wait for someone to reset the breaker. For some he price we paid to stay I feel like it’s over priced. I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharifa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay here! The inn was quaint, clean, and offered easy access from the freeway. Despite the convenient location, it was quiet and peaceful. The service was excellent—friendly and attentive. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

colette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute and clean facility with spa and firepits
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kaley

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Dan

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I was not happy that I paid extra for a pool view when there was no view at all. Room was very dark, poor lighting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in great shape and was much better than the price would suggest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUAN

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Youstina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Garden Grove

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025