Red Roof Inn Lompoc
1020 E Ocean Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436, Lompoc, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.3 / 5
Overview
Red Roof Inn Lompoc is a budget, 2-star hotel set along CA-246 in Lompoc, California, geared toward travelers who want simple, no-frills lodging near the Santa Barbara County wine country. With a 3.3 rating from 724 reviews, it functions as an economical base rather than a full-service resort. Pets are welcome, making it a practical stop for road-trippers traveling with animals.
Rooms
Rooms are unfussy and feature wood flooring, complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV, minifridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, giving guests basic self-catering convenience. The style is functional rather than upscale, in keeping with the property's budget positioning.
Amenities & Services
On-site conveniences include complimentary parking and coin-operated laundry facilities, both useful for travelers passing through or staying multiple nights. Beyond in-room appliances like microwaves, minifridges, and coffeemakers, the hotel does not advertise additional resort-style amenities such as a pool, gym, or restaurant.
Location & Surroundings
The hotel sits about a mile from the Lompoc Museum and Beattie Park, and roughly three miles from La Purísima Mission State Historic Park. It's also within walking or short driving distance of several local wine-tasting rooms, including Montemar Wines, Longoria Winery, Ampelos Cellars, and Zotovich Vineyards, plus Ryon Memorial Park and the Lompoc Valley Historical Society. Wine estates farther afield, such as Sanford Winery, Babcock Winery & Vineyards, and Melville Vineyards & Winery, are a roughly 10-11 kilometer drive, while Jalama Beach County Park is about 15 kilometers away for those seeking the coast.
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-conscious road-trippers, wine-country visitors, and pet owners looking for an affordable, no-frills place to sleep. Its proximity to multiple Lompoc-area tasting rooms (Montemar Wines, Longoria Winery, Ampelos Cellars, Zotovich Vineyards) and historic sites like La Purísima Mission and the Lompoc Museum makes it a practical base for exploring the region without paying for upscale amenities.
Travel tips
Because the hotel sits along CA-246, a car is the most practical way to reach the many wineries and parks scattered across Lompoc Valley, some of which are 10+ kilometers away. Nearby attractions like the Lompoc Museum, Beattie Park, and several tasting rooms are close enough for a short walk or quick drive, so plan a loose itinerary around those clusters. Guests should confirm room condition expectations given the budget nature of the property, and pack accordingly since dining options on-site are limited to in-room microwave/coffeemaker setups.
What guests say
Guest feedback is mixed, with recurring mentions of clean, decently sized rooms, comfortable beds, and friendly, welcoming service at reasonable prices. At the same time, a notable share of reviewers describe cleanliness lapses such as dirty showers, stained bedspreads, and smoke odors, along with reports of burnt sheets and subpar housekeeping. Some guests also noted maintenance issues with televisions and door locks, suggesting inconsistency in room upkeep across stays.
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