The Landsby is a 41-room boutique hotel right in the heart of Solvang’s Danish-style downtown, about 35 miles northwest of Santa Barbara. The town itself is worth understanding before you arrive—it was founded in 1911 by Danish settlers looking to escape brutal Midwestern winters, and the name literally means “sunny fields.” Walking around Solvang with your dog, you’ll notice the intentional architecture and design; it really does feel like a small Danish village, complete with bakeries, wine-tasting rooms, art galleries, and restaurants lining the streets.

The Landsby fits naturally into this setting. The hotel acknowledges that travelers increasingly need dog-friendly places to stay, and they’ve made room for dogs in a limited number of their guest rooms. It’s worth noting this isn’t a free-for-all situation—they have specific pet rooms and not many of them, so availability matters. When you’re ready to book, you’ll need to call the hotel directly to confirm they have dog accommodations open for your dates rather than booking online and hoping for the best.

The hotel itself offers refined, stylish rooms and the kind of warm service you’d expect from a smaller property that isn’t trying to be everything to everyone. Service animals are always welcome without any of the usual restrictions that sometimes apply to regular dogs.

The location is genuinely convenient if you want to explore Solvang proper. You can walk your dog through the town’s pedestrian areas, pop into shops, grab coffee, and check out galleries without having to drive everywhere. The Santa Ynez Valley wine region is nearby if you want to do some tasting while someone stays with your dog at the hotel, and the landscape around Solvang offers plenty of hiking options if you’re willing to drive a short distance.