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Best Western Plus Big America

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring Santa Maria

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1725 N Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
  • Place, Boomers! Santa Maria
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Marian Regional Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Maria Fairpark
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Oversized Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Oversized Room;with Sofabed)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Maria

Heart of Santa Maria.Your stay at this Santa Maria hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Santa Maria Civic Theatre and Rancho Bowl. Boomers! Santa Maria and Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rancho Bowl - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Boomers! Santa Maria - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Marian Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Santa Maria Valley Historical Society - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Santa Maria Fairpark - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Maria Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Swiss - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪King Falafel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪La Picosita Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Big America

Hotel perfectly located for exploring Santa Maria
Best Western Plus Big America offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business center. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 560 square feet (52 square meters) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Big America. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Maria hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 560 sq ft of conference space
  • 52 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Big America offers 106 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary newspapers and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 7.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 7.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Big America to the airport?

Best Western Plus Big America is 6 mi (16-min drive) away from the Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Big America?

As of Oct 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Big America on Oct 26, 2025 start from $109.0, excluding 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.

Does Best Western Plus Big America have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Big America.

Does Best Western Plus Big America offer free breakfast?

Best Western Plus Big America offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Big America?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Big America?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Big America?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Plus Big America have a pool?

Best Western Plus Big America features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Best Western Plus Big America have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Big America to downtown Santa Maria?

Best Western Plus Big America is 1.2 mi away from Santa Maria.

Best Western Plus Big America Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1006 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose Antonio

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice pplace to stay for bussines

nice room with a small living room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

This hotel was great. Room was wonderful and the breakfast huge. Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MELQUEADES

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maria, Winter Haven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room clean but smelled of cleaning solution. Outside area smelled rotten eggs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. My kids loved the heated pool and the fact that we could just walk to buy food. The receptionist were great. Our check in was fast and easy. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean cleaning staff was on point room was very comfortable we will stay here again excellent continental breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
People who work there were very friendly and very assisted. The stay was very very nice 👍 I will definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff friendly helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rekha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Definitely an older hotel but very convenient, staff was friendly. Breakfast was standard
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benito

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great facility! We stayed for the 4th of July and well, the entire city was celebrating but that’s something that the hotel couldn’t control. Great stay, clean, comfortable beds. Will stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Fred

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property dated but well kept. July 4 holiday fireworks went on and on and was incredibly loud. Breakfast was very good and well stocked. Room clean but stains in the carpet. Staff are great service ,courteous and welcoming. Priced righ!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good service, breakfast too much options and fresh, rooms clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rhoda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people at the front desk were very nice. Breakfast was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice stay for one night. My kids enjoyed the pool. Plenty of places to eat around the area. Lobby and breakfast area was clean, staff were friendly. The beds were comfortable and the ac unit was cold!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean service ladies opened our door twice with out knocking the door
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a fantastic stay too to bottom. The staff were super friendly and helpful. The breakfast had many different options that even my picky kids found something they liked. The room was large and clean. The bathroom was the size of a small bedroom. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025