Historic Santa Maria Inn

3.5 star property
Victorian hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Outdoor pool
Lobby
Exterior
Restaurant
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
801 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
  • Santa Maria Valley Historical Society
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Santa Maria Fairpark
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Marian Regional Medical Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite

  • 500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Tower

  • 419 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Santa Maria

Historic Santa Maria Inn places you within a 5-minute walk of Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum. This 3.5-star hotel has 164 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Santa Maria Valley Historical Society - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Maria Fairpark - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marian Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Boomers! Santa Maria - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wienerschnitzel - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Woodys 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

Victorian hotel with a 24-hour fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
At Historic Santa Maria Inn, guests enjoy features like an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Phones, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

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

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center (2,850 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1917
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Premium channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per stay, plus a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 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 are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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, 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Prepaid credit cards are not accepted for any bookings or onsite payments.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

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

Is a free cancellation option available at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

Historic Santa Maria Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

As of Mar 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Santa Maria Inn on Mar 27, 2025 start from $94.0, 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.

What can I see around Historic Santa Maria Inn?

Guests positively rate the hotel's location in Santa Maria, just steps from Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, and within a 10-minute walk of Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Santa Maria Fairpark. You'll also find Boomers! Santa Maria and Rancho Bowl within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

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

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn include a casino on the premises?

No, Historic Santa Maria Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Historic Santa Maria Inn 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.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Historic Santa Maria Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Historic Santa Maria Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Historic Santa Maria Inn for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area. A deposit of USD 50.00 per stay is collected.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Historic Santa Maria Inn?

The closest major airport to Historic Santa Maria Inn is Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), which is 4.1 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), which is located 28.2 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Historic Santa Maria Inn?

No, at Historic Santa Maria Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Historic Santa Maria Inn.

Historic Santa Maria Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 837 out of 1499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1499 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Ahmed

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs remodelling. Built in 1917. One of the worsts beds I ever slept in. Bathroom water has weak pressure. Noise. Heater is super loud
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Don't take room facing Broadway
First, you need to understand that Santa Maria is filled with immature "adults" with loud cars and loud mufflers for which there seems to be no enforcement. These autos run up and down Broadway and probably other streets showing off their noise-making features until 3 to 4 AM. If your room is facing Broadway, sleeping will be difficult if not impossible. The racket starts up again around 7 AM because these people go to work early. If you stay at SM Inn, insist on a room facing the back of the building, and you may be fine. Otherwise, stay at a place away from the main streets if you want some sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Bernice

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Historical Santa Maria Inn. Very charming and a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter A

Traveled with family
Should be updated, staffing could improve very slow not enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT HISTORIC PLACE TO STAY AND ENJOY SANTA MARIA.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Anup

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was generally nice, but providing a lower rating for the following reasons: TV not working Tiny hot tub with barely warm water Carpet in the room looked dirty
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

April C.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A shadow of its former self
I so wanted to LOVE staying here. This history, the mystery is just so charming. I was put in the Jimmy Stewart room in the old wing for my first shorter visit which was fun in concept but the room was major, meh. Kind of dingy and worn out. The second time I stayed in the tower room, "the newer side." It SCREAMS 80's. The room, a "suite" was large on a higher floor with a huge corner window but otherwise, again, the room was worn and dingy. For some reason there was no sheer on the window, just the blackouts which meant I was sitting in the dark or blasted by sunlight. And sadly, what was once a property surrounded by the beautiful valley is now on a very busy street. It was loud. The bathroom door basically opened into the toilet. The shower curtain was falling off, the towels were thin. I ended up leaving a day early. I love the bar and will be back for brunch, but IDT I will ever stay here again. I so wanted to love it, but it needs a major facelift and I don't see that happening. The team on the ground was good. Bar staff great. Worth a drink and a meal but don't recommend staying.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly recommend for you to stay here. I love the suite.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisa

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at this hotel! Staff are amazing and always decorate beautifully.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chang Y

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it and it was beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a great high quality hotel .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SooJung

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed at this hotel just before the Thanksgiving holiday. The toilet did not flush properly, so they had to move us to a new room. After that the rest of the hotel stay was great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for romantic getaway! Everyone was very friendly and professional, exceptional service at every turn!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024