THE HAMLET INN, Solvang

The Hamlet Inn - A Danish-modern Solvang hotel with bocce ball court and complimentary bikes

Located on Mission Drive in downtown Solvang, this 2-star Solvang hotel features 15 air-conditioned rooms designed with Danish modern decor and Gopherwood Design platform beds. The Hamlet Inn rooms include flat-screen TVs with cable channels, iPod docking stations, mini-fridges, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. A bocce ball court and outdoor gazebo with lounge chairs occupy the grounds, while free WiFi extends throughout the property. Guests receive vouchers for continental breakfast at a local bakery, and the staff arranges winery tours upon request. The property sits within 0.5 miles of Thomas Kinkade Gallery, Bethania Lutheran Church, and the Elverhoj Museum. Wildling Museum of Art and Nature stands 0.3 miles away, while Chumash Casino and Los Padres National Forest are within a 10-minute drive.

Pros

Staff arranges local winery tours and area activities

Free bicycle rentals for exploring the village

Walking distance to multiple wine tasting rooms and Danish bakeries

Danish-themed architecture with evening roofline lighting

Cons

Most rooms open directly onto the parking lot

Some rooms are positioned upstairs with no elevator access