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# Santa Ynez Valley

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## Visit Santa Ynez Valley

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#### Wine, history and outdoor recreation come together for a great holiday in the friendly communities in this southern California region.

Come to the six communities of the Santa Ynez Valley to enjoy a California holiday away from big city bustle and crowds. Sample wine, craft beer and delicious food on leisurely tours of the area. Explore the countryside by bicycle or play golf at a different course each day.

The Santa Ynez Valley, where *Sideways* was filmed, has over 120 wineries in the heart of Santa Barbara County’s wine country. Chat with winemakers at boutique vineyards as you sip chardonnay, pinot noir, syrah,sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio, cabernet sauvignon and viognier. Select your favourites and have a case or two shipped home.

Drive or bike along the Santa Barbara VintnersWine Trail. Watch horses galloping over the rolling hills in the pretty countryside. Travel a bit south to Kashtayit State Marine Conservation Area for views of the ocean.

You may think you’re in Northern Europe when you visit Solvang with its iconic windmills and Danish bakeries. Nearby Buellton has wineries and craft breweries. Select from several golf courses or hike, take a hot air balloon or glider ride or rent a trike for three-wheeled exercise.

In the tiny town of Ballard, see the Little Red Schoolhouse still providing excellent education. Several towns have maintained the appearance and character of their Old West heritage. Visit the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Society Museum in Santa Ynez to learn about the area’s history. September’s Los Alamos Valley Old Days celebration brings the past alive. Los Olivos has many buildings over 100 years old. Enjoy its wine-centred and other exciting events every weekend.

Throughout the valley, find quaint and welcoming accommodation and exceptional one-of-a-kind culinary experiences. Enjoy the best of California’s fresh produce prepared by skilled chefs, sign up for cooking classes or learn how to pair wine with food selections.

The Santa Ynez Valley is 30 miles (50 kilometres) northwest of [Santa Barbara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.d602277.Holidays-City-Breaks). Drive here or use a bus connection to Solvang from Amtrak train stops in several California cities.

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### Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

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£710

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London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,622 reviews)

Even though they say 24x7 check in, the front desk is closed for hours at a time everyday. I travelled for 6 hours and met someone else who had travelled for 14 hours and both of us had to wait for an hour to check in. The front desk was also closed the next morning when I had a question to ask

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London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Nice room. Helpful staff

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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

The accessible room was well designed, spacious, and grab bars in good locations. The shower and tub configuration was perfect. Much like a Japanese style bath done American-style. Very comfortable bed and pillows. Handicap parking was very convenient to accessible rooms. The Club also convenient. Appreciated having NHK-World TV on the offerings.

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### Popular places to visit

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#### Kalyra Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Kalyra Winery during your travels to Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and wineries in this walkable area. 

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#### Old Mission Santa Ines

Find out about the history of Solvang with a stop at Old Mission Santa Ines. Visit the wineries or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. 

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#### Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House in Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. 

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#### Chumash Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Chumash Casino during your visit to Santa Ynez? Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. 

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#### Gainey Vineyard

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gainey Vineyard during your travels to Santa Ynez. Visit the casinos and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area. 

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#### Brave & Maiden Estate

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Brave & Maiden Estate during your travels to Solvang. Visit the shops and wineries in this walkable area. 

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