Historic Hotels & Resorts in Santa Maria from NZ$162

Travellers love the fascinating historical sites they discover on a trip to Santa Maria. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here. You can also discover the live music during your holiday to this family-friendly area.

Based on our travel expertise, Historic Santa Maria Inn is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your stay is Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria.

In Santa Maria, you’ll find 42 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Santa Maria Fairpark, Presqu’ile Winery and Demetria Estate Winery. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Los Padres National Forest and Santa Maria Valley Historical Society.

Guests who book a historic hotel can stay someplace that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Santa Maria, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Santa Maria, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.