Historic Santa Maria Inn is a haven in the city center, offering an inviting garden and refreshing outdoor pool. Unwind with a coffee or indulge in dining options that have impressed previous guests. The spa tub, hair salon, and helpful staff ensure every moment of your stay is relaxing.
Santa Maria Valley Historical Society - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Marian Regional Medical Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Santa Maria Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Boomers! Santa Maria - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 11 min drive
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) - 42 min drive
Santa Ynez, CA (SQA) - 44 min drive
Santa Maria Station - 8 min drive
Guadalupe Station - 14 min drive
Grover Beach Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 11 min walk
Wienerschnitzel - 17 min walk
Woody’s 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
Enjoy your visit to Santa Maria with a stay at Historic Santa Maria Inn. After visiting the 24-hour fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. An outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a terrace are other highlights at this Victorian hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.
Languages
English, German, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
164 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Up to 4 children (17 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Off-leash area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–1:00 PM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Golfing nearby
Working away
8 meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (2850 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1917
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Braille signage
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 25 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche
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.
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
Does Historic Santa Maria Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Historic Santa Maria Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of USD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Historic Santa Maria Inn?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Historic Santa Maria Inn and nearby?
Historic Santa Maria Inn has 2 bars, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a hot tub and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Historic Santa Maria Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Historic Santa Maria Inn have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a jetted bathtub.
What's the area around Historic Santa Maria Inn like?
Historic Santa Maria Inn is in the heart of Santa Maria, a short 7-minute walk from Santa Maria Fairpark and 4 minutes' walk from Santa Maria Valley Historical Society. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Historic Santa Maria Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.4
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The pool area was clean, enjoyable, and a great place for families to have fun. (22 reviews)
The on-site restaurant served wonderful food and offered a great dining experience. (18 reviews)
The property offers convenient and ample parking options, including a parking structure and plenty of space in front of the property. (13 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 24, 2025
santa maria Inn
great pool! stayed in bob hopes room!
christina
christina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2025
Staff is amazing old world charm
Byron
Byron, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 18, 2025
Staff was amazing at check-in!
Gabriela
Gabriela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2025
It was an amazing stay. The stagf was super friendly. I loved the room and we really enjoyed the pool.
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
A neat place to stay
Recommend the haunted tour. It lasts about an hour. It's quaint and has a lot of charm. There are some areas that have that old musty odor but that adds to the charm.
LILIA
LILIA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
A great stay a
Santa Maria Inn is one of our favorites. Well maintained historical property, akways clean and comfortable.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2025
Very interesting hotel with lots of history
Mitzi
Mitzi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 30, 2025
Great customer service and Emma , personnel, was very helpful.
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
One Night Stay for AAU Basketball Tourney
Plenty of parking. Friendly and helpful staff. Our room was spacious and clean. Everything worked fine. Restaurant and bar on site. Overall great stay.
Manuel
Manuel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Comfy and clean
Love staying here. It is clean and the food is always good!
Ryan
Ryan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 14, 2025
Great place!
Amy Jo
Amy Jo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
Nice place to stay
octaviano
octaviano, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
Excellent hotel and everything nice, spacious room and quiet place to rest
Claudia
Claudia, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 30, 2025
Going downhill?
Front desk and restaurant service was terrible. Restaurant food was ok. I have stayed at the Santa Maria Inn multiple times and this last stay was the worst. The hotel is clean and a lovely historic place but their service leaves something to be desired. They also had room service in the past but not anymore! Maybe it’s going downhill which is sad.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Awesome Stay
Have been staying at the old side of the Santa Maria Inn a few times now. We love the nostalgic feel from back in the day. Very well preserved. Clean vintage rooms. We had asked for a room with a view of their beautiful garden and were placed in one that didn’t really accommodate that. But upon request we were very politely upgraded to one of their executive suites. That made our experience so much better. We appreciate the staff going above and beyond to meet our needs and requests. As always be polite to the staff and they will reciprocate back.
Edgar
Edgar, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2025
Loved the charming historic features of this property and the restaurant "The Pantry" across the street had the best Eggs Benedict I've ever had. Great stop when traveling in the area.
Lila
Lila, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2025
helpful staff, comfortable and clean rooms
Holly
Holly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
Great hotel and wonderful restaurant
Hotel is nice. The restaurant within the hotel has fantastic food.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2025
staff was very nice, facility was beautiful
Kathy
Kathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
I enjoy staying at this inn.
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 8, 2025
Friendly staff. Historic hotel could benefit from renovations to update. Musty smell in overall property, carrying over into room.
Bridget
Bridget, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2025
This hotel is steeped in history and is really one of a kind.
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 12, 2025
Loved the feel and architecture
pamela
pamela, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2025
Had a good time
Arcenio
Arcenio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 19, 2025
The Inn is always a pleasure - the rooms are spacious and pleasant, and the hotel is an architectural marvel.