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A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs and floral centerpieces.
A restaurant with a long, curved seating area featuring cushioned booths and tables set for dining.
A bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple stools, and a brick wall backdrop.

1. Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
Santa Maria
United States
Monique
$101 nightly
$114 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.
A modern dining area with a central seating arrangement, a kitchen in the background, and a chandelier overhead.
A window with a view of the ocean and a pier.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, ottomans, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.

2. Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Pismo Beach
United States
Renatta
$144 nightly
$165 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Cottage Inn By The Sea
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door leading to a balcony with greenery.
A traditional European-style building with a clock tower, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and potted plants.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A traditional Tudor-style house with a small pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone pathway.

3. Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn
Downtown Solvang
United States
Alisha
$139 nightly
$162 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Wine Valley Inn
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A sunset view from a patio with chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A view from a balcony overlooking a pier extending into the ocean, with a clear sky and distant mountains.

4. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Pismo Beach
United States
Anesh
$197 nightly
$226 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A bar with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a chandelier. There are two blue chairs and a small table in the center.
A restaurant with outdoor seating, a sign indicating it serves cocktails, beer, and wine, and a decorative shield emblem.
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a windmill, and a building with a tiled roof.
A cozy lounge area with a sofa, a potted orchid, and a wooden coffee table.

5. Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn
Buellton
United States
Matthew
$97 nightly
$113 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
Sideways Inn
A traditional Tudor-style building with a conical roof, a sign reading "VINLAND," and a garden with various flowers in the foreground.
A spacious lobby with a round wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a large mirror.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.
A hotel room with two beds, a large wall mural, and a nightstand with lamps.

6. Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Downtown Solvang
United States
Harrell
$97 nightly
$113 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.
A landscaped garden with palm trees, a pathway, and a view of the ocean.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and artwork on the walls.
A terrace with outdoor seating overlooking a beach and ocean.

7. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
Pismo Beach
United States
David
$143 nightly
$165 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Spyglass Inn
A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.
A coastal hotel with a view of the ocean, a landscaped garden, and a patio area.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and large windows.

8. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
Pismo Beach
United States
Andrew
$202 nightly
$231 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Point Resort
A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.
A modern building with a sign reading "sandcastle" and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wall decorated with photos. There is a wooden shelf with decorative items and a hanging light fixture.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, a sandy beach, and palm trees.

9. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Downtown Pismo Beach
United States
Cynthia
$177 nightly
$203 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.
A hotel with multiple balconies, a landscaped garden, and a hilly backdrop.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the ocean.
A terrace with two chairs, a table with two glasses of wine, a bottle of champagne, and a view of the ocean and rocky coastline.

10. Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
Pismo Beach
United States
Julie
$224 nightly
$257 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Inn at the Cove
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of white wine, and a bar area in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a kitchenette.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bottles, glasses, and two large screens.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a coffee machine.

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
Santa Maria
United States
Erwin
$118 nightly
$133 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a large hanging light fixture.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a view of the building's interior balconies.
A spacious indoor dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and potted plants.

12. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
United States
Robin
$114 nightly
$130 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
A spacious lobby with a central fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a staircase connecting different levels.
A couple sitting on a sandy beach with bicycles leaning against a wooden structure.
A building with a wooden front porch, a stone pillar, and a sign that reads "Avila Village Inn."
A multi-story residential building with a balcony on the second floor, a driveway, and a landscaped front yard.

13. Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn
Avila Beach
United States
Ken
$173 nightly
$195 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Avila Village Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a potted plant.
A building with a white facade, a red-tiled roof, and a sign reading "the Landsby."
A restaurant with wooden tables, cushioned seating, pendant lighting, and a patterned wall.
A well-lit living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf. Large windows allow natural light to fill the space.

14. The Landsby

The Landsby
Downtown Solvang
United States
Nichoals
$203 nightly
$235 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Landsby
A modern apartment with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a sofa, a small table, and a desk.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a large island with a sink.
Private kitchen

15. Pismo Beach Club

Pismo Beach Club
Downtown Pismo Beach
United States
Ali
$154 nightly
$176 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Pismo Beach Club
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a central bar.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding glass door to a balcony, a wall-mounted artwork, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A hotel pool area with multiple levels of balconies, lounge chairs, and a clear blue pool.
A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a high ceiling with exposed beams, and a modern design.

16. Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

Radisson Hotel Santa Maria
Santa Maria
United States
Trinh
$161 nightly
$181 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Radisson Hotel Santa Maria
A traditional building with a balcony, a windmill, and a sign for 'Krodershof Inn & Wine Center'.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a leather sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a dining area with a chair and table.
A dining area with a marble floor, a chandelier, and large windows with a view.

17. Kronborg Inn

Kronborg Inn
Downtown Solvang
United States
Mariela
$91 nightly
$106 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Kronborg Inn
A spacious bar area with a curved counter, seating arrangements, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
Three people sitting on beach chairs facing the ocean, with a wooden pier and mountains in the background.
A coastal town at dusk with a prominent hotel featuring a rooftop terrace and a view of the beach and mountains.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

18. SeaVenture Beach Hotel

SeaVenture Beach Hotel
Downtown Pismo Beach
United States
Andres
$189 nightly
$217 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
SeaVenture Beach Hotel
A fire pit surrounded by outdoor seating, a pool, and a building with balconies.
A multi-story hotel with a covered courtyard, palm trees, and a sign reading 'Courtyard by Marriott.'
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with balconies.
A modern living room with sofas, a glass coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a bar area with stools.

19. Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
United States
Randi
$125 nightly
$142 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo
A wooden house with a glass door and a balcony overlooking a landscape.
A spacious living area with a high wooden ceiling, large windows offering a view of the hills, a fireplace, and a mix of modern and rustic furniture.
A modern building with a covered patio area, surrounded by various plants and cacti.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a countertop with bar tools, and pendant lights.

20. Skyview Hotel - 21 & Over Pool

Skyview Hotel - 21 & Over Pool
Los Alamos
United States
Caitlin
$179 nightly
$207 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Skyview Hotel - 21 & Over Pool
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Vineyards and strawberry fields surround this Central Coast town where Santa Maria-style barbecue draws serious food lovers. Hike the nearby dunes at Guadalupe Beach in the morning when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.

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Top Santa Maria Hotel Reviews

Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed our stay. Staff just wasn’t as informative with things around the hotel as I wish they would’ve been was never told where the breakfast buffet was or how to get into the store for the coffee and snacks. We figured it out on our own, but it was still a lovely place to stay. Would I go back again or suggest to my friends to go there I would."
Tina 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Pacific Point Resort

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Santa Maria

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Santa Maria, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Santa Maria, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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From business trips to family getaways, the Santa Maria 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Santa Maria?
Historic Santa Maria Inn, around 1 mi south of downtown Santa Maria, is an Expedia guest favorite. A terrace and a cafe are among its many amenities. Holiday Inn & Suites Santa Maria, an IHG Hotel is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travelers. It features pool sun loungers and hypo-allergenic bedding, and is about 3 mi north of the center.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Santa Maria?
Relaxation is easy in 3-star hotels in Santa Maria. Besides pleasant surroundings, these more economical stays come with an array of welcome amenities like free WiFi, in-room coffee maker and a gym. A 4-star hotel offers a more sophisticated experience with upgraded features such as a day spa, pool and bigger rooms. No matter your desired hotel category or what you want to spend, Expedia has the perfect match for you.

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