Best Western Plus Big America

2.5 star property
Hotel in Santa Maria with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Exterior
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Lobby

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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

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Room options

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Maria

Located within a 5-minute walk of Santa Maria Civic Theatre, Best Western Plus Big America is within a 15-minute stroll of Rancho Bowl. This 106-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

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
  • ‪Tom's Take Out - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wienerschnitzel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Picosita Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Big America

Hotel in Santa Maria with free breakfast and a fitness center
Guests of Best Western Plus Big America have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the area. Additional amenities include a hot tub, conference space, and a 24-hour business center.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Sitting areas, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

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
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • A Mi Manera

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 560 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

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

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 7.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel 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.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • 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

What is there to do close to Best Western Plus Big America?

Guests enjoy the hotel's location in Santa Maria based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Rancho Bowl and Santa Maria Civic Theatre. You'll also find Boomers! Santa Maria and Santa Maria Fairpark within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Best Western Plus Big America?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Best Western Plus Big America have a casino at the property?

No, Best Western Plus Big America doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Best Western Plus Big America?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 11:00 PM.

Is Best Western Plus Big America a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Best Western Plus Big America?

Yes, this hotel has a spa tub.

Does Best Western Plus Big America have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Plus Big America serves free buffet breakfast at A Mi Manera each morning.

Does Best Western Plus Big America allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Best Western Plus Big America.

Does Best Western Plus Big America have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Best Western Plus Big America?

The closest major airport to Best Western Plus Big America is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is 6 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is located 24.5 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Best Western Plus Big America?

No, at Best Western Plus Big America, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Best Western Plus Big America Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 619 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1004 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

Tracie

The property was good close to some convenient stores but they did have a lot of cats on the property that they leave food for in case any one has any allergies
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PERLA

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was just great. friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They helped with an early check-in and were super nice. This is an excellent choice in this price range. Clean, quiet, decent mini-breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good overall stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good overall stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff does/did the best with what they have to work with. It’s an old hotel that needs updates, but the room smelled and seemed very clean, and the staff was helpful and nice. Coffee was good, breakfast was standard but warm, and the Employee who worked the breakfast (by herself) really cared about what she did.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khara

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast options. Quiet and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess, Santa Paula

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and quiet. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jose

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service
I get vandalized my truck on the parking lot they don’t do anything about it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Contractors' Choice

Good rates, good breakfast, lots of parking. Good stop for those working out of town and just need a rest.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

robin, Corvallis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

First stop over

Surprisingly quiet, quite comfortable, lots of room, and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast very good! Lots clean towels in room!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Prasanna Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast served is hot and good. Plenty of parking. Shops near by and easy travel to Solvang and Pismo.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Serina

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Benitt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was clean, bed was comfortable, communication from Reception was great. Room just had a ugly smell, every time we would walk back into room it just had a smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good price and good hot breakfast included.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Naomi

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024