Name: The Hamlet Inn
Address: 1532 Mission Drive, Downtown Solvang, Solvang, California, United States of America, Solvang, Santa Barbara County, US
Price range: US$78–US$186 per night
Rating: 8.83

What guests think

At The Hamlet Inn, travelers consistently praise the very walkable, central location and easy contactless check-in, along with generally clean, simple rooms and friendly service, while recurring drawbacks include thin walls, mixed mattress comfort, occasional maintenance lapses, and limited amenities.

Early check-in and quick responses by text are commonly reported. Overall, expect a straightforward, no-frills stay.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic; onsite parking is convenient but can be limited at busy times. Several reviews mention no pool or ice machine, and a few appreciated complimentary bikes.

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10

Lorenzo

31 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This was a short trip for my wife's birthday and the chance to see Solvang and Christmas decorations. The Inn is in an excellent location near most of the restaurants and shops. Also, it's at the entrance to Solvang which helps avoiding most of the traffic at the Mission Dr Street. Room was clean, spacious and as described on Hotels website. The room had a small refrigerator and a microwave. There is free on-site parking and WiFi. I'll stay here next time at Solvang.

10

Angela

19 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing location from all the shops & food/drinks. & free parking / bike rental!

10

Jacob

8 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

It would be beneficial to all if there were assigned parking spaces.

10

Edward

11 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not having to check-in was great - just used the door code an was in to the room! More hotels should have this. Location is great, parking was easy (got the last space available in the lot, whew)

10

Steve

24 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, spacious great location. Outdoor area nice. Great air conditioner. Great view. Easy walking to a beautiful place.

8

Deborah

26 May 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The property needs an ice maker. Also, each room should have a single serve coffee maker instead of instant coffee. Access to a microwave would be nice. We stayed four nights and had to ask the housekeepers for clean towels after two nights.

8

Thomas

26 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Had to park on the street not on the property after being told there were enough spots. Not too happy about that.

8

Suma

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Budget motel but clean and right in the heart of town. No breakfast, Lack of hotel staff due to automated check in, no pool. Pluses are convenient proximity in town, clean and satisfied with layout and size of room. Shower temperature and pressure were fine and nice body products. Thank you little motel :)

10

Vickie

8 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room clean, easy check in, friendly staff. There was a room above us, so a little noisy when people went up stairs and walking around. But they went to bed fairly early so it was not bothersome when we slept. Convenient parking.

10

Joshua

13 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We had 3 rooms, including the deluxe quadruple which was huge! It's right across from Paula's Pancakes and walking distance from everything. There was a problem with all the parking spots being taken up by people trying to go to the Tree Lighting at the park bit the employees were very helpful through all of that.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is praised in many reviews, but there are recurring reports of hairs, ants or bugs, and occasional stained linens or missed areas.

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MARIELA

8 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

My family and I really enjoyed the stayed , it was the easiest check in and check out process. Everyone was super friendly. Our room consisted of a king and full size bed the room was clean the ac was amazing.

10

Mimi

26 Nov 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is excellent. The staff are very friendly. The hotel is very cute. Unfortunately there are bugs on our beds and in the bathroom.

4

Gabe

17 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The bed was pretty comfortable and the sheets seemed clean. However, there were brown stains on the shower curtains and the towels provided. The bathtub drain was broken, so it couldn’t be plugged. Also, none of the electric outlets worked.

6

Rebekah

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Cute & kitschy, right next to main drag, but in need of a facelift. The room was fairly clean, but we ended up leaving after one night due to ants in the bed! The hotel was gracious about it and immediately sprayed/ changed the bedding. The hotel is a get what you paid for kind of place - not a 4 star, but also not terrible. Just have the right expectations!

10

Andrew

11 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was excellent. The room was clean and the accommodations were very comfortable. The staff were all very nice as well. We'll probably be back in the future.

6

Nancy

6 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The walls are thin therefore too loud. The place needs a deep clean as well. It was however convenient to shops and restaurants.

6

Evan

25 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check in for this property was fantastic. It was no contact, we were texted the code and didn’t have to wait. However, while the room seemed “clean”, the condition was poor. Looks like they just paint over issues. There was also hair on the bed and a several hairs in the toilet. If you’re used to staying in dirty motels and hostels you would probably be fine. But if you are used to staying in decent hotels, then you might not care for this place. And the bed was awful.

10

Jay

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, well designed room, super helpful staff, reliable wifi. Very satisfied

8

Hugo

1 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was great except for the fact that my bedroom wasn't clean at all. There were 3 dark long hairs in the shower, and the area under the bed and the bedside tables was dirty and hadn't been vacuumed in days. That was quite upsetting.

10

Herbert

15 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

very clean and neat

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Rooms

Rooms are simple with Scandinavian styling, often spacious, but noise from thin walls or nearby traffic is noted and mattress comfort is inconsistent. Some guests reported small rooms or issues with TVs, AC, hot water, or appliance noise.

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Agnes

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Centrally located to everything. Cute and modern styled but pretty dated.

8

Leah

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

great walkable location for exploring solvang, easy check-in with a passcode to enter your room, spacious, toiletries, heat and a/c, stocked coffee machine and fridge with ice already chilling in the freezer, tons of pillows to choose from for the perfect softness or sturdiness, very comfortable mattress. i’ve stayed in 6 different lodgings in the heart of solvang and this is my new favorite.

6

Tyler

16 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The location was excellent, downtown with everything walking distance! We had received our check in information ahead of time and used a keypad to enter the room, which is very convince so you don't have to worry about losing a key or card. The room was cute, minimal decorations. You are on the main street so can get a little loud, but nothing that was overwhelming. Unfortunately, the bed was absolutely awful. There are permanent indentations where people have slept, and we felt nothing but springs on our body. It felt like sleeping on cardboard or a box spring not an actual mattress. For paying almost $400 I would've hoped that the bed would be newer and comfortable.

8

Kevin

8 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super nice little hotel, conveniently right in downtown Solvang. My only complaint (and it did lose a star for this) is that the bed was extremely firm, kinda felt like a sheet of plywood. But otherwise great location and well kept hotel

6

Kate

6 Dec 2022

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Stayed 19,331 nights

I liked the no contact checkin, especially since I didn't arrive until late in the evening. However, I was told there would be wifi instructions in the room, and there wasn't. The biggest problem was how noisy the room was. There was some loud rumbling coming from the appliances that only stopped when I unplugged everything. The walls are so thin that I could hear every word of a conversation in the adjoining room that went on nonstop for hours.

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Nicole

19 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in and great location! Provided 2 complimentary bottles of water, and had a fridge and microwave in the room. However our room #3 was next to the stairs and you could hear every time people went up and down and hear them above the room. I imagine another room not next to the stairs or without a room above is better. The walls are also very thin.

10

Lori Jolene

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff. Allowed 2 hour early check in. Walking distance to shopping, eateries and brewery. Very clean rooms with comfortable bed and pillows. Great little spot with the exception of very thin walls…heard the couple next door yelling and arguing. Should have left their drama at home but other than that we enjoyed our stay.

6

Craig

18 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The place was cute and the location was great. Unfortunately the bed had a huge dip in it making it rather uncomfortable. After a long day in a tourist town a good nights sleep is important. We loved the town and plan to return but I would have to say it will be with different accommodations.

10

Nadia

28 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay, we booked for 1 night and the room was spacious and clean. Staff is very friendly and the location is great!

8

Dario

28 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Parking was tough, but that's expected in the area. Rooms were small but good enough

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Service

Contactless, code-based check-in is widely appreciated, with quick text responses and early check-ins frequently accommodated. A minority found the approach impersonal or cited communication lapses.

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Charmian

1 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had a great experience at the Hamlet Inn. I love the convenience of the contactless check-in (we were able to check-in a little earlier which was great after a 3.5 hour drive from San Francisco) and the location was perfect and walking distance to all restaurants, shops and other attractions. I would stay here again.

10

Doris

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

They were very accommodating, allowing us a early check in as requested.

4

Ana

19 Feb 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Bad communication

10

Carol

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in. Pleasant helpful staff. Walkable. Good restaurants nearby

10

Lauren

21 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in was completely contactless, and they even let us check in early when we arrived. Communication with Hamlet Inn was easy, and they were very quick to respond to messages and calls. The room was really nice, clean, and convenient - within walking distance of all the tastings rooms and shops downtown.

10

Barry

18 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice, quiet and peaceful! Friendly staff! Very courteous! Will definitely be back! Thank you for having us!

10

David

20 Feb 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

You can learn most about property management when things go wrong. Like most inns, walls can be a bit thin. Our neighbor\'s music and "outside" voice were keeping us up. Management was able to resolve the issue quickly. Upon returning home, we realized we had left a sentimental item. The hotel had it in lost and found and arranged its return quickly. The service and hospitality here are the best!!

10

Lori Jolene

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff. Allowed 2 hour early check in. Walking distance to shopping, eateries and brewery. Very clean rooms with comfortable bed and pillows. Great little spot with the exception of very thin walls…heard the couple next door yelling and arguing. Should have left their drama at home but other than that we enjoyed our stay.

8

Steven

18 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Totally hands off. No interaction with staff. Kinda felt impersonal . Clean room. Essentially as advertised. Good stay for single or couple

6

Nancy

2 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It seems like the owners changed. But it has been a minute since we’ve stayed there. They have a water pitcher that heats up water for coffee and it leaked. There is no microwave. We stayed in room 9. I love the decor and comfort of the bed and the towels. She allowed us to heat up some stuff in their microwave but she was super annoyed by it. The receptionist was very dry and short. The old owners asked us questions and had even left us a cute set up one year since we were celebrating our anniversary. This was definitely not the case. It felt like she couldn’t get people out of her lobby fast enough. Also when we got there she kept insisting why I didn’t respond to her txt msg and I hadn’t received one and she insisted again. She then figured out she never sent it. Didn’t say what the txt was about. She handed me a small paper with our code and she said the rest is in the room and walked back to her office.

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Location

Central and very walkable to restaurants, bakeries, tasting rooms, and shops. A few mention traffic noise due to the busy road.

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10

Helen

15 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location, walkable to so many restaurants, tasting rooms and shopping. Cute property

10

Eddie

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I loved that it was right on the main strip. Across the street from some good breakfast spots and shopping. So close to everything. Rooms were very spacious and only 16 rooms so not a lot of traffic.

8

Michael

14 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location. You can easily walk to everything in town.

10

Anna

5 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great and easy location for exploring Solvang. Massive and clean room- really good for our family to stay.

10

Lily

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Very easy check in. Cute and comfy room.

8

Thelma

26 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

In downtown area and close to everything

10

Michele

6 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice smaller motel. Close to everything. Affordable.

8

Dawn

14 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

On busy road which was unexpected …but all else great!

8

Manuel Joseph

1 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was in the center of town and close to all the shops and restaurants. Very convenient location for the price.

10

Francisco

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great roomy stay in the center of downtown

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Dining

No on-site breakfast or restaurant is noted, but the inn is steps from many dining options, including popular bakeries. In-room coffee is basic (often instant) and drew mixed feedback.

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william

15 May 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We liked that it was simple but comfortable and had everything we needed.. the only issue I had was there was only instant coffee offered and the hot pot for heating the water , the cord for was very short and I had to put the pot directly on the floor to plug it into the wall socket to heat the water for my tea

10

Jennifer

25 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The property was in the middle of everything. Walking distance

8

Scott

20 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Basic hotel but clean and close to shops and food. You get a code to enter your room. Did not see a staff member, but I did not need anything. Comfortable European style.

10

Joel

5 Sept 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy and convenient check-in and great walkability - directly across the street from a great bakery and a twinkle-lit street to walk and dine at night.

10

GREGORY

2 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Close to good restaurants

10

Lily

18 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. Very easy check in. Cute and comfy room.

10

Linda

23 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Had an amazing stay. Emma was very friendly and helpful when checking in. I really liked that they used a code instead of key cards to enter the room. The location is great, walking distance to just about everything. Paula's pancake house and solvang brewing company is right across the street. This was a perfect weekend getaway stay.. we were in town for the Danish days festival. Highly recommend this place.

8

Julie

12 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Cute property! Easy contactless check-in and out. Great restaurant, shops, and bars within walking distance.

8

Suma

17 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Budget motel but clean and right in the heart of town. No breakfast, Lack of hotel staff due to automated check in, no pool. Pluses are convenient proximity in town, clean and satisfied with layout and size of room. Shower temperature and pressure were fine and nice body products. Thank you little motel :)

8

Michael P

20 Dec 2022

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Stayed 1 night

This is our 3rd stay....we love Solvang and Paulas pancakes right across the street. The only problem we had with Hamlet is our hair dryer didnt work! Also we werent offered a free coffee and danish at Olsens like the last 2 times....otherwise Hamlet is perfect!

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Month	Average price
January	US$122
February	US$141
March	US$132
April	US$141
May	US$140
June	US$149
July	US$152
August	US$156
September	US$135
October	US$126
November	US$128
December	US$157

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $79	2 $179	3
4 $79	5 $108	6 $79	7 $79	8 $79	9	10
11 $86	12 $79	13 $79	14 $79	15 $79	16	17
18 $79	19 $78	20 $101	21	22	23 $186	24
25 $79	26 $79	27 $78	28 $78	29 $81	30	31

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10	11	12
13	14	15	16 $94	17	18	19
20	21 $85	22 $79	23 $79	24 $87	25	26
27 $86	28 $87	29 $78	30 $79

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Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed (Upstairs)

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Quadruple Room

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Quadruple Room

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