You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and a bar at The Genevieve. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Victor, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
Located in Santa Ynez, The Genevieve is in a rural area and near the beach. Old Mission Santa Ines and Solvang Windmill are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santa Ynez Valley and Sunny Fields Park. Global Gardens and Apple Lane Solvang are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santa Ynez travel guide
Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Chumash Casino
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Old Mission Santa Ines
8 min drive - 5.9 km
Gainey Vineyard
4 min drive - 2.2 km
Solvang Brewing Company
9 min drive - 7.0 km
Getting around
Goleta Station
40 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA)
4 min drive
Restaurants
Chumash Casino Resort
13 min walk
Chumash Cafe
13 min walk
Highway Tacos
2 min drive
The Willows
11 min walk
The Coffee House
6 min drive
About this property
The Genevieve
Upscale bed & breakfast in a rural location
Consider a stay at The Genevieve and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and a bar. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, The Victor, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi and conference space are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
A front-desk safe, coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
Smoke-free premises, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Genevieve boast perks such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations
Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Restaurants on site
The Victor
Things to do
Hot tub
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Wedding services
Business services
1,500 square feet of conference space
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Fireplace
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 20 lbs per pet
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 47.88 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 100 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property is also known as
Inn Luxury Boutique Hotel
Santa Ynez Inn Luxury Boutique Hotel
Santa Ynez Luxury Boutique
The Genevieve Santa Ynez
The Genevieve Bed & breakfast
Santa Ynez Inn Luxury Boutique Hotel
The Genevieve Bed & breakfast Santa Ynez
Frequently asked questions
Is The Genevieve pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Genevieve?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at The Genevieve?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Genevieve located?
Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is steps from Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum and Janeway-Parks Carriage House. Chumash Casino and Gainey Vineyard are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
The Genevieve Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Great stay in Santa Ynez. Large room and baths. Great outdoor social section for large or smal groups. Enjoyed their wine and dessert hour. New restaurant opened with very delicious menu.
Great guest room and bathroom.
Very helpful staff
Nice happy hour.
Terrific Breakfast.
Easy walk to fine dining restaurants.
Stephen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kate E
Dec 7, 2025
Beautiful big room with timed fireplace! The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom huge. Public spaces including the restaurant and library were beautiful. So we’re the entry space with staircase and outdoor garden. The staff were very nice. Would definitely stay there again.
Quite an excellent hotel with old world mansion-like structure but updated to todays standards. Some staff very warm and others just doing their job...highly recommend it for overall review
gerry
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect. The room, was large, clean, had a comfy bed, and had all the comforts you could ask for. The staff was amazing. The property was lovely, very quaint and extremely quiet and relaxing. We really enjoyed the breakfast they served. I would def. recommend this hotel.
Michael
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Lynne
Dec 6, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast and wine and cheese for happy hour were lovely. The only thing I thought was lacking was the staff. They didn’t seem very friendly or attentive.
Liked room and amenities. TV difficult to use...some instructions would help. Very nice breakfast and gracious server. Good location within walking distance to shops. Easy parking.
Agood overnight choice.
Joyce
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Richard
May 14, 2025
Liked: Amenities
Our room was very spacious and filled with wonderful amenities. A very luxurious stay!
The hotel's ambience greeted us! From the warm French musical tones to the soft smell of vanilla, we felt a sense of relaxation which lasted during our stay.
The music "followed" us into our room and set the mood as we cozied up to the fireplace, released stress in the steam shower, and while the beds were softer than ours at home, we slept well.
The in-house services of breakfast of both continental and freshly prepared to order items, wine hour including a charcutier board, and the dessert hour gave us the opportunity to meet our fellow guests in the lovely parlor. All were unrushed and cozy. Attentive and friendly staff!
Dinner at The Victor was excellent! We shared the fresh greens and beet salad with a delicious vinaigrette dressing, but we each had an excellently cooked hamburger. The duck-fat-fried French fries were outstanding! Highly recommend; after all, we were on vacation!
The hotel is conveniently located to local wineries, other small towns, and the SY Chumash Museum. There are a number of restaurants within walking distance and the SY Historical Society's Museum is across the street.
We will be back!
The Genevieve is a wonderful hotel in San Ynez. Walking distance to some great restaurants & shops. The rooms are large and comfortable with big bathrooms. In the evening they offer wine and desserts. Breakfast is included with two choices daily.
Wonderful property. Incredible stay, great service, very elegant room and the breakfast was very delicious. Close to wineries and great places to eat. Highly recommend this boutique bed and breakfast.
This was our first time staying at The Genevieve. We were very pleased with our room and appreciated having two valets to use! Bathroom was spacious (though could have used more lighting) and nice having a balcony. Breakfast was included and bikes were available for use. Location was perfect as we were attending an event at Gainey Winery, which was just down the street.
Love that you can play the music in each individual room and control the volume. The bathtub is so fun and the shower has a steamer function. Breakfast was decent and the fireplaces around the property are a nice touch.
Wish the front desk staff had been a little more friendly however. They were nice, but cordial. They didn’t acknowledge our anniversary at any point also even though I put it on our reservation which I though was odd. Even just a nice note in the room would have been a nice touch but they didn’t do that. They also basically just handed me a paper with all the amenities rather than explaining everything to us at check in. So in general, I wish the front desk staff were more friendly.
Rachel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
jill
Sep 20, 2023
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and cozy. The hotel was well located.
The area was conveniently located to shops, restaurants and various wineries. Our room was quiet, didn't hear traffic noise but landscaping work could have been done a bit later in the day. The daily breakfast were delicious with varied menu. The happy hour was also good with white and red wine and excellent charcuterie. All the staff were very friendly and accommodating.