Sideways Inn, Buellton

Sideways Inn - A Highway 246 Buellton hotel with pool, lounge, and contemporary Wild West design

Located along Highway 246, this modernized Buellton hotel features a distinctive windmill lobby blending contemporary design with Wild West elements. Sideways Inn offers rooms equipped with king or queen beds, mini-fridges, microwaves, cable TV, and Wi-Fi. The property includes a swimming pool, spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, and outdoor fire pits for evening gatherings. Dining options encompass the Sideways Lounge serving craft cocktails and local wines, plus the Santa Ynez Sausage Company's airstream offering handmade sausages and Belgian fries. A complimentary continental breakfast is provided daily. The hotel maintains a dog-friendly policy, allowing up to two pets under 50 pounds per room. Meeting spaces accommodate up to 60 guests with AV capabilities, while the lounge offers buyout options for up to 75 people. Located between a Shell station and an RV park, Sideways Inn sits 2.5 miles from the Wildling Museum of Art and Nature and 3 miles from Solvang Park.

Pros

ADA-compliant rooms feature roll-in showers, grab bars, and accessible amenities

Full and partial patio buyout options available for private events

Walking distance to Feather & Fire restaurant

Flexible meeting spaces with complete AV capabilities

Cons

Maximum occupancy of 4 guests per room

Pet policy limited to dogs under 50 pounds