We spent three nights in early January 2012 here. It was wonderful. The rooms are large - with the biggest bathrooms ever. Loved the heated floor and steam room in the bathroom, as well as the fire place in the room.

The breakfast was delicious, and when we asked for simpler things like scrambled eggs for our 7 year old daughter the request was easily accommodated. Why, though, does everyone assume we eat Mexican breakfasts? I can't eat spicy foods due to a health issue but California in particular seems focused on food south of the border! That said as a general rather than specific comment, the drinks and nibbles every evening are a lovely touch - how about some tasting notes for the wine? Picking up a dessert on the way back from dinner was also special. This is a lovely place to visit, and the staff were helpful and efficient.

My husband and I were married at the Santa Ynez Inn. We live in Colorado so the logistics of planning was a little tough, however, Bethany and her entire staff at the Inn were so incredibly helpful, accmodating and professional due to the distance between us when it came to planning. The food was amazing and they were receptive to any changes/suggestions that we had with the menu. The Santa Ynez Inn is in perfect location to all the delicious wine you will be able to taste within the valley. It is also walking distance to Trattoria Grappolo one of the best Italian restaurants you will ever eat at! The rooms at the Santa Ynez Inn are enormous and will make you feel like royalty. The Inn is very charming, comfortable and full of class!

We stayed here over the holidays and were pleasantly surprised. The room was very comfortable and contained amenities that I would expect at a more expensive price (whirlpool tub, steam shower, balcony...). I enjoyed the hot tub and the breakfast was tasty but the best part were the Happy Hour and, later on, complimentary desserts. These brought people together. My husband and I aren't usually very social but really enjoyed the conversations by the fire with a glass of wine, some good cheese and very nice people. The hotel seemed to promote a warm friendly atmosphere. Very nice hotel that exceeded our expectations.

love my room..had a fireplace and great jetted tub. The room is freakin' huge! Had a great relaxing massage...