Historic Santa Maria Inn is a haven in the city center, offering an inviting garden and refreshing outdoor pool. Unwind with a coffee or indulge in dining options that have impressed previous guests. The spa tub, hair salon, and helpful staff ensure every moment of your stay is relaxing.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Gym
Connecting rooms available
Bar
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Hot tub
Conference center
8 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
$87 nightly
The total price is $98
$98 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
Available filters for rooms
Showing 10 of 10 rooms
Grand Suite
Highlights
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
900 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds
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Traditional Suite
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Signature Suite
Highlights
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Flat-screen TV
898 sq ft
1 bedroom
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
7.07.0 out of 10
Good
36 reviews
(36 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
225 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed
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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
135 reviews
(135 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
419 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Junior Suite
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
18 reviews
(18 reviews)
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
500 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
2 King Beds OR 2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
33 reviews
(33 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
225 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Santa Maria Valley Historical Society - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Marian Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Santa Maria Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Boomers! Santa Maria - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 11 min drive
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 42 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 44 min drive
Santa Maria Station - 8 min drive
Guadalupe Station - 14 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 11 min walk
Wienerschnitzel - 17 min walk
Woody’s Boba Drinks - 12 min walk
North China Restaurant - 16 min walk
Hot Dog On A Stick - 17 min walk
About this property
Historic Santa Maria Inn
Enjoy your visit to Santa Maria with a stay at Historic Santa Maria Inn. After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. An outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a terrace are other highlights at this Victorian hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, German, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
164 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
8 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (2850 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1917
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Braille signage
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 25 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Policies
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.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Historic Santa Maria Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Historic Santa Maria Inn and nearby?
Historic Santa Maria Inn has 2 bars, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a hot tub and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a jetted bathtub.
What's the area around Historic Santa Maria Inn like?
Historic Santa Maria Inn is in the heart of Santa Maria, a short 7-minute walk from Santa Maria Fairpark and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Maria Valley Historical Society. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Historic Santa Maria Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Restaurant
Bed
Food
History
Bar
Lobby
Location
Ambience
What guests liked
The pool area was clean, enjoyable, and a great place for families to have fun. (22 reviews)
The on-site restaurant served wonderful food and offered a great dining experience. (18 reviews)
The property offers convenient and ample parking options, including a parking structure and plenty of space in front of the property. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Beautiful old hotel, nice staff, clean, beautiful grounds and pool area
Eliane J
Eliane J, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 2, 2025
Overall, we were happy with our stay in this hotel. My family and I are planning another trip soon, and we will definitely stay here again. We recommend this hotel to anyone.
Julio
Julio, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
Comfortable beds and average little gym overall good place to stay
Beni
Beni, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 18, 2025
Nice and clean hotel
karanbir
karanbir, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
Favorite place in town . Feels like home away from home ! Historic grounds and wonderful staff !
Kristina
Kristina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Absolutely loved how much history this inn had, so much to look at and take in and very clean for dated look it gives.
Ana
Ana, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 18, 2025
Staff was great and check in was fast! Our room was so spacious and the kids loved the pool
raven
raven, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
I loved the history & everything about this hotel. Rooms were clean & fun to learn who had stayed in them. Can’t wait to come back & learn more!
Kasey
Kasey, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Great location, great customer service.
mariana
mariana, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 27, 2025
Walking distance to restaurants. Very peaceful feels like you go back into time will definitely go back to that hotel in Santa Maria and pet friendly !!!
Maria
Maria, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 4, 2025
Great spot for the history, breakfast should be included for the price.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
We loved the location near restaurants, not far from the freeway. We have stayed there many times and never had a bad stay.
Jerry
Jerry, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
Beautiful place, just we had to park in the parking lot in the back because it was very busy… we checked in kind of late!
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
It was a great experience.
erika
erika, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 14, 2025
The haunted tour was fun
jason
jason, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 16, 2025
Overall, simple nice stay. Only negative was their restaurant was not open. Will stay thei again.
William
William, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 24, 2025
WE stayed in a room that Lee Marvin Stayed in. lots of ither rooms were visited by famous people, Bueatiful garden area next to pool.
kim
kim, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 31, 2025
Property was
Ricardo
Ricardo, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 26, 2025
I have stayed here before, it's a beautiful historic inn
SANDRA
SANDRA, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 29, 2025
Easy check-in, great happy hour.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 23, 2025
Very comfortable place
Claudia
Claudia, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2025
Great value for the price.
LEOPOLDO
LEOPOLDO, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 28, 2025
I love Santa Maria Inn but the older areas need some standard remodeling....also update website so we know refrigerator, microwaves are in older rooms.
Ellen
Ellen, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
Stay here was excellent, but I don’t recommend the restaurant. Food was inadequate drinks not mixed well. But staff friendly and courteous.
April
April, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 1, 2025
Hotel is very Historic! Although you could smell the gas of the hotel, I would definitely stay there again. It rather nostalgic.