Solvang Santa Ynez Valley, California
Renovated
2015
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Social LocalOutside the door
Scandinavian wine-country lodgings
A contemporary Scandinavian lodge feel in central Solvang, centered around a leafy courtyard with fire pits and a buzzing lobby lounge.
“A mixture of warming blonde woods, white oak flooring and handcrafted furnishings are accented with brushed satin brass finishes…”
What it’s good at
Notable
Blonde wood furnishings, white oak floors, brushed brass fixtures, and custom woven wall tapestries.
Notable
A central lobby lounge pouring fruit-shrub cocktails alongside an open courtyard warmed by circular fire pits.
Listed
Danish-inspired lodging offering seasonal Central Coast dining and a curated Santa Ynez Valley winery guide.
What they say
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and Wallpaper*.
The 41 rooms follow a Scandinavian design philosophy… and the restaurant, Mad & Vin, will serve up a modern, California take on Danish cuisine.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on Mission Drive, steps lead to Danish pastry shops, tasting rooms, and windmills across downtown Solvang.
The rooms
Clean-lined guest rooms blend muted periwinkle and mustard accents with commissioned animal portraits by Rachel Brown and handcrafted furnishings.
Restaurant
Mad & Vin
Named after the Danish words for food and wine, the restaurant serves seasonal Central Coast dishes beside glowing candle sconces.
At the table
The lobby bar mixes craft cocktails and pours Santa Ynez Valley wines, carrying through to the outdoor garden patio.
How it began
Studio Collective reimagined the 1984 Petersen Village Inn in 2015, adopting the Danish word for village as its name.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.