You know what’s funny? When my editor reached out and asked if I wanted to put together a guide to the best hotels in Solvang, I was having breakfast at Solvang Restaurant, dining on Aebleskiver, and preparing for a day of wandering around one of my favorite towns in California. Naturally, I jumped at the chance to write a guide for accommodations in this fairytale-like town.
Visiting Solvang feels like traveling to Denmark without the 16-or-more-hour flight. This charming town is famous for its Danish architecture, with thatched roofs lining the streets and a windmill beckoning you forward, inviting you in with a friendly atmosphere that’s just as welcoming as the people of the town.
My partner and I love stopping by Solvang on our journey home to the Central Coast during our Los Angeles visits, but we also enjoy spending a leisurely three-day weekend here when we want a relaxing mini-vacation.
Planning your own trip to Solvang? We’ve put together a list of the best hotels in Solvang, featuring Danish-inspired boutique hotels galore! Pick your favorite hotel from this list, and you’re bound to have a fantastic stay in this one-of-a-kind gem of a town.
- Short on time and don’t want to read the whole article? Here are my top 3 picks!
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Where to Stay in Solvang
Solvang is a pedestrian-friendly village, but if you want to be near many of the main attractions of the town, you likely want to stay near Mission Drive, often considered the main street of Solvang. You can also stay near Copenhagen Drive, literally Solvang’s Main Street before it was renamed to reflect the town’s Danish roots.
The streets are lined with mouthwatering bakeries that are filled with treats that hail from the Nordic countries, wine-tasting rooms that are particularly great for relaxing on a hot summer day, and buildings sporting Danish architecture.
The 10 Best Boutique Hotels in Solvang, CA
1. Hotel Corque
Located just a five-minute walk from Old Mission Santa Inés and the Elverhøj Museum of History & Art, Hotel Corque is the perfect pick when it comes to boutique hotels in Solvang. On the outside, this hotel fits right in with the traditional Danish architecture of the town, but on the inside, it has modern, upscale decor with a vibrant yet soothing color palette and custom-designed furnishings.
Rooms boast coffee makers, mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Upgraded rooms add patios or balconies, as well as views of Solvang or the Santa Ynez Hills. Also on-site are a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub. The hotel also features a complimentary shuttle to the nearby Chumash Casino, which is an added perk!
2. WorldMark Solvang
Featuring all-suite accommodations located just a short stroll from downtown, WorldMark Solvang is a unique hotel in Solvang that feels like your home away from home. On-site amenities include a children’s pool, an outdoor pool, hot tubs, a fitness center, and a lounge with fun activities.
Studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom suites are available. Suites come with kitchens, laundry facilities, flat-screen TVs, balconies or patios, fireplaces, and free Wi-Fi access. Some suites offer additional features, like jetted tubs.
3. Hotel Ynez
If you’re looking to feel surrounded by nature in a quiet place that’s off the beaten path, Hotel Ynez is one of the most luxurious hotels in Solvang. Built upon two lovely acres, this casual hotel is set around a tree-shaded courtyard and features a heated pool for just those over 21, classic and electric bikes to get around town, complimentary breakfast, lush gardens, and a marketplace.
Inside the earth-toned guest rooms, you’ll find smart TVs, Italian linens, a curated minibar, a Nespresso coffee maker, free Wi-Fi, an outdoor space with a hammock, and air conditioning. Some units come with additional features, like firepits, outdoor soaking tubs, full kitchens, or pull-out sofas.
4. The Landsby
Found just a four-minute walk from the Solvang Festival Theater, The Landsby, with its Scandinavian-inspired design, is another great choice when it comes to luxury hotels in Solvang. This hotel features on-site drinking and dining options and a tranquil courtyard.
Guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi, custom furnishings, original artwork from local artists, mini-fridges, HDTVs, easy-to-access charging ports, and Keurig coffee makers. Upgraded rooms offer additional amenities, like private balconies or soaking tubs.
5. New Haven Inn
One of the most charming hotels in Solvang, New Haven Inn welcomes you with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Easily accessible from Solvang’s downtown but off the beaten path enough to provide a quiet stay, this unique hotel offers guests complimentary bicycles to get around town.
Tastefully decorated rooms come equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, coffee makers, mini-fridges, microwaves, and air conditioning. Some rooms come with additional features, like living rooms with sofa beds or private patios with firepits.
6. The Winston Solvang
Featuring colorful, artistic decor on the inside and beautiful red brick and a clock tower on the outside, The Winston Solvang is one of the coolest boutique hotels in Solvang. Located just across the street from Solvang Park, this unique Solvang hotel features distinctive touches, like an “honor bar” stocked with locally-made libations, charged based on what you report drinking.
Rooms feature complimentary Wi-Fi, USB outlets, Bluetooth speakers, seasonal robes and slippers, Nespresso coffee makers, electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and spa-inspired bathrooms. Upgraded rooms and suites come with additional features like balconies.
7. The Hadsten Solvang
Located just across the street from the Hans Christian Andersen Park, The Hadsten Solvang, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, is one of the best hotels in Solvang for its prime location and budget-friendly accommodations. Fitting right in with the Scandinavian design of the town, this cool Solvang hotel features on-site dining options, a fitness center, and a lovely courtyard.
Contemporary guest rooms offer free Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, coffee makers, LCD TVs, and seating areas. Upgraded rooms add additional touches, like sofa beds and balconies, while suites provide a separate living room area.
8. The Hamlet Inn
Boasting a bright, Danish-themed color scheme and design, The Hamlet Inn is a convenient hotel in Solvang if you’re looking for easy access to the town’s downtown. This unique hotel is easily one of the best in terms of location, and they make it even easier to get around with complimentary bikes.
Vibrant, modern hotel rooms offer air conditioning, desks, sitting areas, mini-fridges, coffee makers, complimentary bottled water, free Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs.
9. Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Overlooking Hans Christian Andersen Park, Vinland Hotel and Lounge is a great place to stay thanks to its prime location and unfussy atmosphere. This boutique hotel boasts on-site dining, a free breakfast bar, and an outdoor pool.
Rooms provide guests with free Wi-Fi, coffee makers, microwaves, mini-fridges, workspaces, flat-screen TVs, and temperature controls. Some rooms add either city or valley views, as well as additional touches like patios.
10. Mirabelle Inn & Restaurant
Just a short stroll from downtown Solvang is the Mirabelle Inn & Restaurant, one of the very best luxury hotels in Solvang. This hotel goes above and beyond with touches like afternoon wine and evening tea, as well as an upscale on-site restaurant.
This place features individually decorated rooms with antique furnishings, air conditioning, coffee makers, complimentary bottled water, free Wi-Fi, and smart TVs. Some rooms offer additional amenities, like four-poster beds, fireplaces, or balconies!
