Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort

This was my third time visiting the ranch and the second time visiting with my family. For starters, the grounds are spectacular. The ranch is really the main attraction. Right away, our family was able to actually relax from our hectic schedules. My teens utilized the pool, the hot tub, the basketball court, the air rifles, archery, the game room, and the petting zoo. It was nice to turn them loose and have them enjoy themselves without screens. Dinner and breakfast are included. The breakfast was so large, we didn’t need lunch. Horse rides are extra but well worth the cost. All the staff from the barn to housekeeping are extremely accommodating and welcoming. The property is five mins from the cute shops in Solvang. Our family of five enjoyed our time here and will return.

My wife and I spent two nights at the Alisal this past weekend. This was our 4th stay with them and the experience was first class. Everyone was very attentive to our smallest of needs. Of special note were our servers, Maria K., and Juan, as well as Veronica V. at Reception. All of them gave us very special attention and made us feel as if we were the only ones at the Ranch. Hats off as well to everyone at the stables. We took our Saturday morning horseback ride up to the original adobe house for breakfast. It's always a special treat and this year we were rewarded with close encounters of flocks of wild turkey and small herds of deer--quite magical. We will certainly be back next year and look forward to seeing everyone. Gordon and Heidi.

We recently held our third Annual Sales Meeting at Alisal. This is an incredible place whether business, couple or family. The accommodations are amazing as is the food and incredible list of activities. Highly recommend Alisal if you are looking to get away for some r&r, romantic weekend, family outdoor activities or just about any occassion.

I had really high hopes for this place so we decided to spend our Christmas holiday there. The area is beautiful and the people who work there wonderful, but I wish I knew the below: 1. The rooms are dated. Old carpet, dusty drapes, dated bathrooms like a 3 star room at best with a 5 star price. My kids have terrible allergies to dust and the the rooms were super dusty (older carpet and drapes are dust magnets) and they had a rough stay as a result (even with claritin). House keeping was just ok. They did not replen our drinks and we had dirty cups around for days. I do like things clean, so that was hard for me. 2. Our kiddos are teens, so all the activities for their age group cost extra. It was our choice to do them, but I didn't realize how expensive they would be. For example, we did an ebike mountain tour and it was $195 per person and didn't even last 2 hours. The free things are perfect for smaller children (petting farm, crafts, kids club). We loved the rifles, but again that is $100 per person. Ouch. 3. Dinners were great. Wonderful service and great food. This part was worth it for sure. I am all about "was this trip worth the money paid?" and the answer is definitely not.

Get ready for a gorgeous property, warm & friendly staff, a variety of activities and the most delicious food. This is a first class ranch experience that is family friendly and where wonderful memories will be created! We want to return again & again!