The Winston Solvang

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Solvang Festival Theater

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King Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
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Lobby lounge
Library
King Suite with Balcony | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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486-C 1st street Solvang, Solvang, CA, 93463
  • Place, Solvang Festival Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Mission Santa Ines
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Solvang Brewing Company
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

King Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Suite with Sitting Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two King Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Queen Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Suite with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible King Suite with Sitting Room

  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Clocktower Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Solvang

Located in Downtown Solvang, The Winston Solvang is within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Solvang Festival Theater and Old Mission Santa Ines. This 14-room, 3.5-star hotel has a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Solvang Windmill - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Solvang Festival Theater - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Mission Santa Ines - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Solvang Brewing Company - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Solvang Vintage Motorcycle Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brekkies By Chomp - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Birkholm's Solvang Bakery & Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Solvang Bakery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Solvang Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Copenhagen Sausage Garden - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Winston Solvang

Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Solvang Festival Theater
Renovated in 2020, The Winston Solvang offers free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and express check-in. There's free parking if you drive. Additional amenities include express check-out, a terrace, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Minibars, espresso makers, and safes are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - August 2020
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

The Winston Solvang Hotel
The Winston Solvang Solvang
The Winston Solvang Hotel Solvang

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Winston Solvang?

The Winston Solvang provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around The Winston Solvang?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Solvang, just steps from Santa Ynez Valley and Solvang Windmill, and within a short walk of Solvang Festival Theater. You'll also find Old Mission Santa Ines and Solvang Brewing Company less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Winston Solvang?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Does The Winston Solvang include a casino at the property?

No, The Winston Solvang doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Winston Solvang?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Winston Solvang a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including Champagne service as well as a bar and proposal/romance packages.

Are there hot tubs at The Winston Solvang?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Winston Solvang have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, The Winston Solvang doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Winston Solvang allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Winston Solvang for a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Winston Solvang?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from The Winston Solvang?

The closest major airport to The Winston Solvang is Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), which is 4.9 mi away (9 minutes by car). Another top airport is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), which is around 20.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Winston Solvang?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Winston Solvang offer a balcony.

The Winston Solvang Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 418 out of 557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 557 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

The room was spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, whole facility clean and very vibrant interior, building and room access very easy to use, staff available only when needed was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tomasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beatiful rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tigran

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, not enough parking, noise, old.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Winston was great, we booked a second night. Rooms are amazing. Such beautiful work went into the design of each room. Will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brien

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding! Perfect in every way!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark, Manhattan Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I did not like spending too much time trying to figure out their entry process. I want a person on site.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Young

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
First impression was good, though I did think to myself that this was more of a motel setup than a hotel. I was given a room on 2nd flr, across the small bridge from the main building where the conference room and other suites were. It was very spacious, decor is quite modern and nice. Craftmanship with bathroom was subpar at best, but overall ambience was good and had the luxury vibe. The highlight here was the shower, awesome water pressure. Two things that did bother me, and are key factors in my return here. One, when I got there, I got a text saying that I can text/call them for assistance with anything. Cool. It just so happens that our TV cable stopped working (was not late, maybe 8pm). I texted and called the number that welcomed me. Absolute silence, no response at all. I did get a text message back the next morning, though they completely ignored my message, and asked me to rate my first night experience from 1-10. It was quite ironic. I assume there was a technical issue, I don't imagine hotel like this would ignore me, but nevertheless I never was able to get any help from staff. Two, as I mentioned earlier, this room, along with 2 others which seem to have decent looking balconies overlooking the main street, are on a separate building, with the room door exposed to the catwalk. I.e. motel set up. It also happens that these rooms are right above the Fitzgerald's. Loud music (until 9pm) and you can hear the machines (kitchen - fridge, etc.) when trying to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherwin

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hot Room and No AC Here!

Checking in was fine and the room was quiet. When we came back from a warm day of sightseeing the AC did not work. I texted the number I was given and was told the hotel was aware and would have it fixed that night. We asked to move to another room but were discouraged to do so because it is supposed to be noisy. We left for dinner, and the room was still hot and requested to move. The new code did not work and maintenance had to let us in. The new room was quiet. Why did the hotel not want us to move? If the hotel knew about the AC problem, why didn't they work on it before we complained? The woman that we texted with said the hotel would contact us about compensation for the trouble we had. No person from The Winston has contacted us. I advise staying at a different hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harout

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located in the heart of shopping, dining, and all downtown… even the Wednesday Farmer’s Market! Room was cozy, spacious and many special touches. The no staffed lobby code entry, Honor system, and overall uniqueness made this a great stay! Across the street is a great coffee shop open later than others and endless bakery options close by. Highly recommend !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a relaxing weekend. Property was very peaceful and had a eelaxing vibe. Super convenient for walkability to all of Solvang down town areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marian

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

10/10 Excellent

Angeli

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Large room and shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jimmy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Room was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ROCCO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was a great experience.. Staff wonderful. great room and center of everything. Only thing I didn't like was the terrible water pressure, it sucked.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Lovely room...but if I'd known it was an "invisible service" hotel, I wouldn't have booked it! Invisible service=no service! Hard to find hotel entrance, hard to figure out keypad entry, and when I call the phone number to ask for help, they put me on hold for several minutes! Our ADA room was not practical...low furniture I couldn't get out of if Isat down in it, a slanting floor up to the bathroom that almost caused me to fall several times! Very disappointing. Would never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025