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SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 star property
Pismo Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,739 reviews)
"First time staying here we loved it. "
United States
Robin
$221 nightly
The price is $254
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,541 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Judy
$166 nightly
The price is $191
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total with taxes and fees
Spyglass Inn

Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn
3.0 star property
Buellton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,598 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Charles
$131 nightly
The price is $153
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Sideways Inn

Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
3.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,230 reviews)
"Very clean comfortable beds and friendly staff Happy hour was a bonus "
United Kingdom
Julie
$138 nightly
The price is $160
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
3.5 star property
Santa Maria
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2,047 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Miguel
$111 nightly
The price is $125
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Santa Maria Inn

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,621 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, we had a very nice stay."
United States
John
$230 nightly
The price is $264
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Total with taxes and fees
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,411 reviews)
"This place is Great! We really enjoyed our stay and it was very pleasant."
United States
Marilyn
$164 nightly
The price is $190
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Wine Valley Inn

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,310 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable accommodations."
United States
Kylie
$186 nightly
The price is $213
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Cottage Inn By The Sea

Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
3.5 star property
Pismo Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,715 reviews)
"Access to the ocean is what makes this place worth staying!"
United States
Jose
$243 nightly
The price is $279
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Inn at the Cove

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
3.5 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,342 reviews)
"We had a great stay! "
United States
Rosa
$139 nightly
The price is $158
May 13 - May 14
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast
3.5 star property
Lompoc
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was nice and clean"
United States
Flor
$132 nightly
The price is $150
May 15 - May 16
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast

Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. Great room"
United States
Jamie
$126 nightly
The price is $143
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott San Luis Obispo

Kronborg Inn

Kronborg Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,374 reviews)
"Hotel was good nice location"
United States
Linda
$99 nightly
The price is $116
May 5 - May 6
Total with taxes and fees
Kronborg Inn

Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn
3.5 star property
Avila Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay close to the beach. Definitely enjoy a nice bike ride would highly recommend."
United States
Eulalio
$209 nightly
The price is $236
May 5 - May 6
Total with taxes and fees
Avila Village Inn

The Landsby

The Landsby
3.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (899 reviews)
"Always a great stay!"
United States
Karin
$181 nightly
The price is $210
May 12 - May 13
Total with taxes and fees
The Landsby

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
3.0 star property
Santa Maria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"Breakfast was fantastic. "
Canada
Samantha
$155 nightly
The price is $175
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

Radisson Hotel Santa Maria
3.5 star property
Santa Maria
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,316 reviews)
"Always a pleasure staying here"
United States
DALLAS
$105 nightly
The price is $119
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach
3.0 star property
Pismo Oaks
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Our room was in excellent condition, the breakfast and staff were very helpful and the food was excellent. The hotel staff were kind, helpfull and knowledgeable about events and restaurants about the town. we enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Bennie
$118 nightly
The price is $136
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn San Luis Obispo/Pismo Beach

TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! The hotel was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was great! "
United States
Andrea
$127 nightly
The price is $144
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
TownePlace Suites San Luis Obispo

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo

SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo
3.0 star property
San Luis Obispo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff. "
United States
John L.
$156 nightly
The price is $177
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Luis Obispo
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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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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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