Santa Ynez Inn

Nested in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country, is our luxurious AAA-four star rated inn. With Victorian grace and warm hospitality, we offer a place or tranquility while you escape the frenetic pace of city life.

Enjoy a sumptuous full gourmet breakfast, evening wine and hors d'oeuvres, and nightly desserts all included with your stay.  Sit back and relax while the front desk staff arranges your dinner reservations, winery tours, and spa treatment appointments.

Relax and rejuvenate in 20 beautifully-decorated guestrooms and 3 lavish suites with unique circa 1900s antiques and furnishings, plush queen or king-sized beds with luxury European linens, working fireplaces, balconies, and patios overlooking our tranquil gardens and flowing fountains.

Accommodations feature unique antiques, luxury linens, gas fireplaces and whirlpool tubs in deluxe marble baths. Most rooms offer a private balcony or patio to savor the beauty and serenity of the Santa Ynez Valley. The Inn also provides a fitness room including 2 spa treatment, a dry sauna, and in room massages.

From winery suggestions to helping plan your special occasion, please let us know how we can enhance your visit to the Santa Ynez Valley!

Concierge Services

Embrace a lifestyle of luxury, elegance and grace. Whatever you desire in Santa Ynez, our 24-hour concierge team is eager to assist you If you have something else in mind, please let us know!  Whether you wish to arrange a wine tasting tour, or glider rides our concierge is happy to make arrangements for you.

Santa Ynez Healthy Retreat

Energize your body and spirit in our state-of-the-art Fitness Suite, featuring a dry sauna, locker and shower facilities and exercise equipment, including an elliptical trainer, treadmill, Cybex cycle, and free weights. Our Health Club is open daily from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. on the Lower Level of the Inn.

Santa Ynez Inn Spa

Enjoy health, wellness and personal pampering with a rejuvenating spa treatment or soothing massage in our private spa treatment rooms. Indulge your senses, soothe your soul and refresh your body with a relaxing spa ritual or massage that promotes balance, well-being and positive energy. Massage and body and beauty treatments are available the Lower Level or in your private room or suite - from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.  

Enjoy a delicious, home-cooked gourmet breakfast each morning. The Santa Ynez Inn only serves breakfast to our guests, the breakfast ambiance is always peaceful, intimate and quiet for comfortable meals and friendly conversation.

Private In Room Breakfast.
While the dining room is elegant, warm and welcoming, guests may enjoy breakfast in the private elegance of their room. Breakfast is served 7 days a week, from 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Santa Ynez Valley Dining & Wining.
The Santa Ynez Valley is a culinary adventure. Our complimentary concierge is happy to make reservations at the wonderful restaurants and wineries throughout the Valley. Visit our site for a full list of culinary establishments.

Nearby Santa Ynez Valley Wineries.
Stop by local wineries - just minutes from the Santa Ynez Inn - and experience a taste of the Santa Barbara Wine Country. Visit our site for a full list of wineries.

The charming Santa Ynez Inn is a romantic and relaxing destination for your wedding receptions and ceremonies, as well as elegant banquets and affairs. Our venues can accomodate a variety of guest counts, from 10 to 125. For guests of the Inn, we host wedding ceremonies, bridal showers, receptions, cocktail parties, luncheons and dinners in a variety of charming indoor and outdoor settings amid the beauty and historic charm of Santa Ynez.

Catering/Food and Beverages
We offer a full-service catering kitchen on-site. Our executive chef will provide custom menus and quotes for all your wedding celebrations and special events. All beverages (beer, liquor and sodas) must be provided by the Inn and paid for (hosted) by a registered guest of the Inn. The Inn does offer a banquet wine list but should you choose to bring in your special bottle of wine a corkage fee will be assessed. Please contact us directly with your request for food and beverage services.

Wedding Service Arrangements
The Santa Ynez Inn works closely with an amazing group of vendors, agencies, officants, and wedding cake master that we can recommend to you from the Santa Barbara area. Please inform of us your needs, we are more than happy to help you with your arrangements.

Santa Ynez Inn is the perfect destination for your next event and can accommodate special events from 10 to 125 people. Host your business meeting, corporate retreats, conferences, special events, wedding celebration, honeymoon, anniversary, or a relaxing group getaway. cocktail parties, dinners, wine tasting events, luncheons, receptions, and family reunions.

Santa Ynez Inn Catering
Our gourmet kitchen provides comprehensive catering and beverage service to complement any theme or style event - from elegant sit-down banquets to playful garden soirees. Our talented executive chef can create custom catering menus and culinary delights that enhance your event and impress your guests.

Meeting & Event Facilities

• The Parlour: accommodates up to 50 guests (banquet style) and 60 guests (reception style)
• The Library: 12-person capacity
• Lawn & Gardens: accomodates 125 seated guests
• Coach House: 40 guests in conference style seating; 100 guests for a banquet; and 125 people for theatre style seating.

Planning Your Santa Ynez Events & Meetings.
The creative events team at the Santa Ynez Inn can transform our event rooms and outdoor spaces into the festivity you envision. Let us assist you will all the arrangements and special touches. Contact us directly for space availability, room reservations, deposits, and to coordinate the details - from catering to decorations. We look forward to hosting your next meeting or event, and ensuring it will be an unforgettable success. Please contact Bethany Endy at specialevents@santaynezinn.com or 805.688.5588.