Specials & Packages

Starting at $295

There is a chill in the air and the leaves are turning. Join us as we welcome autumn in the Santa Ynez Valley. Our fall special is valid Sunday - Thursday with discounted rates starting at $295 (not including state and local taxes or 10% service charge). Offer expires Dec. 23rd.

Starting at $770

We are thrilled to partner with Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling Tours to bring you our newest and most exciting package. What better way to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Santa Ynez Valley Wine country than on a bicycle. Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling Tours delivers the best bicycling in California. With over seven years of experience, they are able to customize all of their tours to riders’ abilities and interests. Their passion is good cycling, good wine, and good food! 

Starting at $540

Explore Santa Barbara County's Santa Ynez Valley with an exceptional 5 hour wine tasting excursion! Stagecoach Co. Wine Tours pride themselves in offering safe, fun and comfortable tours of our surrounding wine country. Sit back, relax and enjoy yourselves! Your wine tour includes transportation to/from the Ballard Inn, tasting fees at four beautiful area wineries and/or tasting rooms, a delicious lunch and accommodations for one night. 

Valid Sunday – Thursday ONLY

Starting at $329

The River Course at the Alisal presents golfers with breathtaking panoramas of the brilliant hues of the foothills and the Santa Ynez Mountains and Valley. The Course features four lakes and often follows the meandering path of the Santa Ynez River. Gentle mounds define the manicured fairways and bentgrass greens accented by mature live oaks, native sycamores and elderberry trees, creating a "must play" golf experience for all. At 6,830 yards, the Par 72 layout is challenging but not punishing. The strategic placement of a variety of hazards rewards length & accuracy without severely penalizing recreational golfers. The moderate central California climate and meticulous golf course maintenance provide excellent year-round playing conditions. The fairways appear wide, but mounding along the sides requires accuracy to avoid sidehill lies. Elevated tees offer sweeping vistas of the fairways below, while the greens are large with moderate undulations that roll consistent and true. Receive a discounted room rate and a round of golf for two, not including cart or rentals.

$375

You don’t want to miss dining in our acclaimed 4-diamond restaurant right here at The Ballard Inn! Stay in one of our gorgeously appointed Classic King rooms and receive a $100 dinner voucher towards for The Gathering Table Restaurant (must be used at the time of your stay).

Valid Sun, Wed & Thurs only

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Experience the beauty and serenity of the Santa Ynez Valley on horseback. Vino Vaqueros is fortunate enough to have access to the most breathtaking ranches and vineyards in the region. Each of our PRIVATE rides is led by one of our knowledgeable guides, who will ensure your safety as well as your enjoyment. After the ride, relax and enjoy the pond and vineyard views while you sample two local wines and then enjoy a glass of your choice.   Saddle up with Vino Vaqueros for an experience you will never forget!

$50

Your choice of six different gourmet box lunches, with favorites such as: Toasted whole wheat bread, roasted red bell peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuce, sprouts, aged yellow cheddar, Bermuda onions, roasted garlic mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. Served with Roasted corn salad, fresh fruit salad, French roll with butter, homemade lemon crisp cookie.

$75

Proclaim your love with this lovely add-on to any room – At bed turn-down, we will sprinkle your room with gorgeous rose petals, add a bottle of acclaimed Gerard Betrand Brut Cuvee, leave scrumptious chocolates on the pillows, lower the lights, and set the mood with soft music. A perfect recipe for romance...

$225

Pay for two nights at full price, and add the third night for only $225. 

Always includes a full cooked to order breakfast, wine and hors d’oeuvres, and bed turndown service with homemade cookies.

Valid Thursday and Sunday

$125 per person

Relax with a 50 minute in-room Swedish Massage which increases circulation, relieves muscle strain, stress and tension while promoting full body relaxation.