Sideways Inn

Property class: 3

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A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a windmill, and a building with a tiled roof.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a ceiling light.
A windmill with a white facade and a blue door, adjacent to a building with a sign reading "Lobby Check In."
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a wall with framed pictures.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $126
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

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114 E Highway 246, Buellton, CA, 93427
  • Place, Mendenhall's Museum of Gasoline Pumps & Petroliana
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Valley Holistic Healing Center
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, OstrichLand USA
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(55 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Second Floor

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Queen Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Courtyard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Sideways Inn

3-star Buellton hotel steps from Santa Ynez Valley
An outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a bar/lounge are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 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 bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the 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 a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.
In addition to an outdoor pool, Sideways Inn provides a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This business-friendly hotel also offers multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and a garden. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Sideways Inn has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck 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

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 elevator
  • 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 washroom

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

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 available

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 50
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Buellton Days Inn
Days Inn Buellton
Days Inn Buellton Windmill
Days Inn Windmill
Days Inn Windmill Buellton
Days Inn Windmill Hotel
Days Inn Windmill Hotel Buellton
Windmill Buellton
Windmill Days Inn Buellton
Days Inn Buellton Windmill Hotel
Sideways Inn Buellton
Sideways Buellton
Sideways Inn A Cruise Inn Hotel
Days Inn Buellton at the Windmill
Sideways Inn Hotel
Sideways Inn Buellton
Sideways Inn Hotel Buellton

Sideways Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1186 out of 1793 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 377 out of 1793 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1793 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1793 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1793 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this place and will return. The staff was very friendly and helpful, the amenities are great, and the location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property with helpful staff and great food options all around you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a nice stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, location, warm pool,and fresh doughnuts and Santa Barbara Coffee served in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, parking access was easy, the room was very clean, we had food and drinks at the lounge, it was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, Very helpful and friendly staff,
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff really kind & helpful Lots of cool features (e.g., lounge, firepit, pool) and in a good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so friendly and helpful!! Bar was nice and property is in a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, excellent hospitality, fun restaurant/bar, ample parking, clean room rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming inn near eateries and tasting rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at the sideways check in was so easy and the staff made the stay very welcoming and easy to get to my room very beautiful hotel will most definitely be booking again in August
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean in the atmosphere was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and property.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was fantastic as per usual.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good place to go
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My partner and I had an incredible stay at the sideways Inn for three nights. Even though the hot tub wasn’t working the first evening, they had it fixed by the next morning. It’s a lovely place for a quick getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, affordable, and staff was very courteous.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel, clean spacious rooms , checkin staff helpful, donuts for breakfast :-) We did not get to enjoy the other amenities like fire pit, pool, gym, or the on-site restaurant, but it all looked well maintained and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms super clean and beds comfy !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travels with our rv family and it was nice to be close by them
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A decent vibe and nice recognition of the local history that gave you a sense of place. But a little pricey for me for a fairly basic experience, with only donuts as the breakfast highlight.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Actually a super cute stay! Rooms were so nice and staff was extremely welcoming and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026