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Historic Santa Maria Inn

3.5 star property
A garden retreat in the heart of the city where travelers can relax in the outdoor pool, enjoy quality dining, and find convenient amenities

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The Historic Santa Maria Inn sits in the city center with a peaceful garden and outdoor pool for relaxation. Guests consistently praise the dining options. After swimming, visitors can enjoy the spa tub or visit the hair salon while the attentive staff takes care of their needs.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(87 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(156 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room dining

Grand Suite. 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 84 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Corner Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

Corner Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 83 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Master Suite

Master Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Santa Maria, Historic Santa Maria Inn is in the city centre. Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Natural History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum and Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX. Santa Maria Fairpark and Rancho Bowl are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Santa Maria travel guide
Map
801 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93454

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Fairpark
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Maria Valley Historical Society
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Simas Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Marian Regional Medical Center
    5 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Maria Station
    8 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Subway
    11 min walk
  • Hot Dog on a Stick
    17 min walk
  • Woodys Yogurt Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    1 min walk
  • Shaw's Steakhouse
    2 min walk

About this property

Historic Santa Maria Inn

Hotel in the city centre
A terrace, a garden and a hair salon are just a few of the amenities provided at Historic Santa Maria Inn. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A lift, a gift shop and 8 meeting rooms
  • A computer station, luggage storage and a ballroom
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options and helpful staff
Room features
All 164 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, size rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (2,850 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1917
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50, per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or on-site payments
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Historic Inn Santa Maria
Historic Santa Maria
Historic Santa Maria Inn
Santa Maria Historic Inn
Historic Santa Maria Inn Hotel
Historic Santa Maria Inn Santa Maria
Historic Santa Maria Inn Hotel Santa Maria

Frequently asked questions

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

As of 21 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Santa Maria Inn on 23 Jan 2026 start from NZ$163.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Historic Santa Maria Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay and a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Historic Santa Maria Inn located?

Located in the heart of Santa Maria, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum. Santa Maria Fairpark and Simas Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Historic Santa Maria Inn Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1079 out of 1898 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 418 out of 1898 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 201 out of 1898 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 107 out of 1898 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 93 out of 1898 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and early check-in made the visit excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Raffy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay the staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was outstanding and so helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind. Also, the place is very cool. If you like historical locations that have lots of neat little spaces to explore, I would definitely consider booking here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Espie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and kind. Check in and check out was easy. Thank you,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Casey Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique hotel, decorated with antique items. We took the midnight tour, very fun. Staff is very friendly and helpful. I would love to come back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large, modern suite with windows looking south and west. Pleasant, helpful staff. Huge, beautiful lobby. staffPleasant, hestaff
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Wendy

I stayed 3 out of 7 days because the smell was getting into my clothes. They had a wonderful breakfast buffet for Christmas. They have newer rooms in the tower, just fyi.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Historic hotel with big bay windows in the rooms looking over the city.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was awesome, the check in was quick and easy, the bar was open later and we had a great time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, fine dining and bar, very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this historic hotel. Well maintained, clean and lots of charm. Great food and drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, comfy room, cool atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly, clean, well kept
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room, nice check in and check out. I stayed there years ago and it seeemed old and worn down, much better this time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nostalgic atmosphere, and bed is so comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jung-A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean and quickly fixed the toilet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, comfortable bed and nice room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cool hotel. Staff were beyond awesome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness
The initial room I was placed in smelled of stale cigarette smoke. The staff was quick to assign me a new room which ended up being very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is huge, clean, and quiet. They have a heated pool and a jacuzzi, even in November, you can enjoy. I wish the hotel provided a microwave because my kid is very picky, and he only eats pizza. We enjoyed the hotel a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice historic inn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time we've stayed here and I have no complaints. The staff was friendly, the rooms are cozy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for years. It’s nice, quiet and a good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanenne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and my stay was very pleasant. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025