Historic Santa Maria Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Santa Maria

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Exterior
Fountain
Reception
Lobby
Restaurant

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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801 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
  • Place, Santa Maria Fairpark
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Maria Valley Historical Society
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(88 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(161 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 900 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Suite. 2 Queen Beds

  • 900 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Corner Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 898 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Master Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Maria

Heart of Santa Maria.Within a 5-minute walk of this Santa Maria hotel, you'll find Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum. Santa Maria Fairpark and Simas Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Fairpark - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Maria Valley Historical Society - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Marian Regional Medical Center - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles

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
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Historic Santa Maria Inn

3.5-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Santa Maria
Historic Santa Maria Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 2850 square feet (265 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly Historic Santa Maria Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Santa Maria hotel.

  • 164 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • 2850 sq ft of conference space
  • 265 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1917
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Historic Santa Maria Inn offers 164 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

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
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • 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 age 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: USD 50 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • 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

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, 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

How close is Historic Santa Maria Inn to the airport?

Historic Santa Maria Inn is 4.1 mi (11-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 Historic Santa Maria Inn?

As of Feb 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Santa Maria Inn on Feb 24, 2026 start from $99.0, 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 Historic Santa Maria Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Historic Santa Maria Inn.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn offer free breakfast?

Historic Santa Maria Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have a pool?

Historic Santa Maria Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Historic Santa Maria Inn to downtown Santa Maria?

Historic Santa Maria Inn is 0.6 mi away from Santa Maria.

Historic Santa Maria Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1105 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 421 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1951 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 99 out of 1951 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I’m in my third room because the first one had no working phone and no working tv. The room was still in the process of being remodeled. It had the carpeting removed and thrown out the window in the rain. The second room had no working tv and again was in the process of being remodeled. The third room has a smaller bed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is great, with their own restaurant and bar.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Stayed 1 night in Nov 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

8/10 Good

Melvin

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The place was spacious and full of surprises at every corner. There are so many events that are put on at this place, options for places to get good spirits (drinks), great historic items there and the staff are amazing. Thank you Dennis and Jimmy for a great experience, your professionalism and fun conversations. Only thing we found that needed attention was our room door was not in a good condition. Next year our car group (SoCal Celicas) will definitely try to host our event at this gorgeous place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean with good employee attitudes - the shampoo etc was not remarkable but available. Room info said all rooms had bathtub stools - not so, only accessible noted rooms and additional dollars to reserve - why the penalty>
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

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
room very dated, needs new furniture and carpet.....
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elena

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was denied my stay and was denied my money back I had reservations for 3 nights and they placed me on a DNR list for no reason . I was unaware of this and they refuse to refund my money back and refuse to be professional and speak to me in the matter
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonnie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an excellent stay. The atmosphere was wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melody

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
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

Esteban

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DONNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The welcoming staff were very friendly and accommodating. The room was well maintained and clean. This was a great choice!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, nice restaurant.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Josiah

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Staff was ok. Put us in old part of hotel. Probably saving newer part for visitors not on hotels.com maybe paying more. Did not tell us where elevator was, only stairs. Needed elevator because of mobility issues. Needs new sheets. Very rough due to pilling on them.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. Easy /fast check in and check out . breakfast in res
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elena

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for 3 nights we checked out at one .kids go to a near by school we went to pick up kids but they had a minimum day .kids arrived to hotel we must of just passed each other and the staff instead of calling us the parents mind u we just checked out they call the police and cps and the school .as we were unaware of the minimum day but my husband ended up showing up 45 min later looking for our kids and walked up to all these problems it's unfortunate this was the approach they took not thinking to call the parents first kids are 11 and 10
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 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