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Historic Santa Maria Inn

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

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Exterior
Reception
Restaurant
Lobby
Fountain

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, Natural History Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Tower | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(92 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(166 reviews)
  • 419 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite

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

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

Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 900 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A kitchen with a double sink, granite countertop, and white cabinetry.

Grand Suite. 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 900 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Corner Grand Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Corner Grand Suite, 1 King Bed

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

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Master Suite | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Master Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
  • Simas Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Woodys Yogurt Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog on a Stick - ‬17 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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 Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Santa Maria Inn on Apr 22, 2026 start from $123, 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.

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. 1162 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 432 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 114 out of 2037 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 105 out of 2037 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I celebrated New Year’s with other guests in the Bar. Beautiful atmosphere, I had the Edna Valley suite overlooking the Main Street. Chinese food, Mexican and Hamburger joint all nearby and all were good. Would love to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check In was smooth and lobby was beautiful. Room was especially clean even though the furniture seemed dated. Only thing missing was any kind of guide / booklet with tv channel guide, checkout times, room service options, local guides ect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gene W

Liked: Amenities
This is an old hotel that has not been renovated. But it’s got a beautiful pool and dog exercise patio and a great brunch and the ambience of an old hotel. The reception could’ve been a little bit more friendly but other than that everything was OK. the parking is free and plenty. There is a Jack in the Box and pantry right across the street for late night food there’s no room service. And of our closes a little too early at 9:30 but they did have a wonderful Yamaha piano and I played it and that was nice. My dogs enjoyed that patio so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary Lee Matlock

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with partner
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

Crystal

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Wendy, Shoreline

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

6/10 Okay

Kristin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geronimo

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice people...friendly...attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Espie

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Lauren

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

octaviano

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Cecilia

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Okay I know this is an old hotel but peeeeeyew it’s stinky ! Could use major upgrades AND better service. Pick a struggle.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brook

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay here! Read mixed reviews about the rooms. Personally, i didnt have a problem with them. They are definitely original and outdated, but not in a bad way. Reminded me of a an old studio apartment. Spacious room, walk in closet and very high ceilings. The hotel itself has a lot to see! From their lounge area to the courtyard outside. I was their during holiday season. Lots of beautiful decorations! Its definitely a must see.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

HAROLD, Patterson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025