Frequently Asked Questions

The registered guest must be 21 or older and present a government-issued photo ID that matches the name on the reservation. A credit or debit card from a major banking institution in that same name is also required. The card must have enough available funds to cover the room charges and authorization hold. Cash deposits are not accepted.

Check-in begins at 3:00 p.m. and checkout is at 11:00 a.m.

Early check-in and late checkout may be available for a $50 fee, subject to availability. Contact Sideways Inn on your scheduled arrival or departure date to ask about availability.

Under the standard cancellation policy, cancel at least 72 hours before your scheduled 3:00 p.m. check-in time to receive a refund of your deposit, less a $20 processing fee. Cancellations made with less than 72 hours' notice forfeit the deposit. Third-party reservations, promotional rates and group bookings may have different terms; the policy provided with your reservation applies.

Yes. A $50 authorization hold is placed on the card at check-in and released following the date of checkout. The time it takes for the funds to become available again depends on the guest's bank.

Rooms are not assigned before arrival. You may add a location or floor request in the notes section of your reservation or contact Sideways Inn directly. Requests are considered, but room placement is not guaranteed until check-in.

Rates vary by season and availability and are guaranteed only at the time of booking. Use the Book Now button or call Sideways Inn at 805-688-8448 for current rates.

Complimentary parking for standard-sized vehicles is available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of one vehicle per guest room. Parking is not guaranteed. Oversized vehicles may require alternative off-site parking. Vehicle maintenance is not permitted onsite.

Unless otherwise stated, each room rate includes two adults. Additional guests are $10 per person, per night; children under age 6 stay free. Unless a room's booking details state otherwise, the maximum occupancy is four guests, including children. Additional visitors must register with the lobby.

No. Sideways Inn is a two-story, exterior-entry property, and second-floor rooms are accessible by stairs only. King Premium rooms are on the second floor. Only rooms identified as accessible are guaranteed to be on the ground floor; all other floor requests are subject to availability.

Property features include accessible parking near guest rooms, the hotel lobby and Sideways Lounge, as well as an accessible pool lift. Select accessible rooms include sufficient door width for a wheelchair or walker, grab bars near the toilet and in the shower, a shower seat, a roll-in shower, a raised toilet, a roll-under sink with wrapped pipes and lowered guest-room amenities. Accessible room availability is limited and may be reserved online or by phone when available.

The lobby is open 24 hours a day. The fitness center is also open 24 hours a day for registered guests age 18 and older. Personal speakers and pets are prohibited, proper gym attire is required and guests should wipe down equipment after use.

Yes. A filtered water refill station is located in the fitness center and is available to registered guests 24 hours a day.

Daily housekeeping is not available. Guests staying more than three nights may request a full cleaning service at least one day in advance, subject to availability. Replacement towels and amenities are available on request from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; additional amenities are available in the lobby after hours.

Yes. Registered guests of Sideways Inn and Flying Flags may use designated amenities at the sister property. Visit the applicable property's front desk for current availability, access and amenity details.

Yes. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the property on a public network. Some devices may need to reconnect after 24 hours.

Sideways Lounge serves cocktails, craft beer and wine, while Fry Society offers food onsite. Visit the Sideways Lounge page for the current menu and hours.

Sideways Inn welcomes up to two well-behaved domestic dogs per room, each weighing 50 pounds or less. Dogs must be registered at the lobby upon arrival. A one-time, non-refundable $50 pet cleaning fee applies. Dogs must remain on a leash no longer than 6 feet, stay under their owner's care and may not be left unattended. Guests must clean up and properly dispose of pet waste. Dogs are not permitted in shared buildings or amenity areas. Noisy, vicious or uncontrolled animals are not allowed. Proof of current vaccinations should be available. Cats and exotic pets are not permitted.

Yes. Service animals individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability are welcome and are not charged the pet fee. Guests remain responsible for damage caused by a service animal.

Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Loud or amplified music, objectionable noise, violence, profanity directed at others or staff and property damage are not permitted. Guests who do not comply may be asked to leave and may be subject to noise-violation fees.

Smoking is prohibited in all guest rooms and within 25 feet of any building or entrance. Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor locations. Violations may result in a fine of up to $250.

Alcohol may be consumed in your guest room, at Sideways Lounge or in the pool area. Beverages in the pool area must be in plastic containers; glass is not allowed. Outside beverages are not permitted at Sideways Lounge.

Report lost or stolen items to the lobby as soon as possible. Guests are encouraged to secure valuables during their stay; management is not responsible for lost or stolen items.