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Sideways Inn

3.0 star property
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Lounge
Bar (on property)
Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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114 E Highway 246, Buellton, CA, 93427
  • OstrichLand USA
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Solvang Brewing Company
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Old Mission Santa Ines
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪49 min drive‬
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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View | View from room

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

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

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Courtyard Room, 1 King Bed | Coffee and/or coffee maker

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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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio or Balcony, Pool view | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway 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

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Second Floor | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway 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

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

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

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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King Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

King Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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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 Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana. 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 overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana and Ken Brown Wines
  • 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
  • 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

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).

Property is also known as

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Sideways Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 927 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1463 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1463 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, convenient, and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was okay. Cleaning service changed sheets, did not clean bathroom, did not provide coffee cups or bath tissue.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thuy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We found ourselves in Solvang in the evening after a long day of travel, and needed a place on short notice. The Sideways Inn was nearby and affordable, so we booked it. Plus, we like the movie! The motel is as clean and well furnished as any of the more expensive chains we stayed in. It's not fancy but it's a good deal and offers a nice and fun alternative for the night. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic stay at Sideways Inn! The location was incredibly convenient—right off the freeway and just a short drive to Los Olivos. The inn was peaceful, quiet, and perfect for relaxing. Everything was spotless, and the staff were genuinely kind and helpful. I’ll definitely be returning the next time I’m in the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tegan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

Very nice weekend stay!

Nicely upgraded since my last stay a couple of years ago! Felt safe and secure, clean and friendly. The donuts were amazing by the way, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay for 1 night. Clean room and friendly service. The Sideways Lounge was a nice stop for drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra, Reseda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the lounge, fresh coffee serve with donuts and Mimosas on Sunday. The pool and jacuzzi were great. Customer service was friendly and polite.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here several times now and it’s been wonderful every time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ellen, Dana Point

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall, I was happy with the stay but the darkness of my room due to lack of lighting made the stay average.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the fire pits pool easy parking proximity to Solvang and much more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Albert

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Amenities
Wonderful stay! Beautiful room! Loved the coffee a donuts in the lobby in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

K.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

angel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the couch is real outdated and worn out
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and great. Had a great time and would recommend it and we will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was an easy checkin and checkout. The room was clean. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They have firepits available and pool. Didn't like that they don't do daily cleaning service.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Ontario

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rinaldo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025