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A restaurant with long wooden tables and booths, hanging plants, and a decorative ceiling.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a coffee table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a framed picture on the wall, and a lamp on the nightstand.

1. Best Western Plus Big America

2.4 km from Natural History Museum

Edward

SAR 426

SAR 479 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bed.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a mirror.

A spacious living area with a kitchen, a dining area, and a seating area with a coffee table and sofas.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. Hotel Avanti

1.7 km from Natural History Museum

Vanessa

SAR 302

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A sign for Solaire Inn & Suites with a clear view of the surrounding palm trees and a street in the background.

A wall with framed certificates and a vase of white roses.

A kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, a chair, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A lobby with a reception desk, three black bar stools, an exit sign, framed artwork, and a magazine rack.

3. Solaire Inn & Suites

2.8 km from Natural History Museum

Scott

SAR 237

SAR 266 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.

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.

A courtyard with a stone fountain, palm trees, and a building with ivy-covered arches.

4. Historic Santa Maria Inn

0.6 km from Natural History Museum

Britney

SAR 393

SAR 443 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A lobby with a stone wall, a large painting, a beige sofa, and a wooden chair.

A reception area with wooden reception desks, a large decorative wall piece, and a seating area with a round table.

A rectangular indoor pool with clear blue water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a sunlit area with large windows.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria

3.1 km from Natural History Museum

Zenny

SAR 421

SAR 475 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a desk with a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and mirror.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and palm trees.

6. Villa Motel

1.1 km from Natural History Museum

John

SAR 223

SAR 251 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, TV, and ceiling fan.

A hotel lobby with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, a floral rug, a Monster energy drink fridge, and a kitchen area in the background.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a covered area with a vending machine.

A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a wooden island, a waffle station, and decorative wall art.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria

1.8 km from Natural History Museum

michael

SAR 353

SAR 397 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, wall-mounted lamps, and a window with blue curtains.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a coffee maker, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A clear swimming pool with a red border, surrounded by palm trees and a lounge area with chairs.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, shower, and towel rack.

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria

1.1 km from Natural History Museum

Edgar H

SAR 274

SAR 309 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a small building in the background.

A spacious lobby with a large clock, a fireplace, and a pool view.

A hotel room with a bed, a mirror, and a green wall.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, a clock, and a reception desk.

9. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South

1.4 km from Natural History Museum

Amy

SAR 334

SAR 376 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a bottle of wine, and a glass of red wine.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a wine display.

A two-story building with a sign reading "Wine Store Inn." It features a balcony on the upper floor and a covered outdoor seating area on the ground floor.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, wine bottles, and a decorative backsplash.

10. Wine Stone Inn

9.4 km from Natural History Museum

DALLAS Cooper

SAR 507

SAR 604 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern cafe with a central serving table, a kitchen area, and a wall with food-related decor.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a pink office chair, a flat-screen TV, and a small desk. There is a kitchen area with a sink and cabinets.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, a reception desk, a wall with a welcome sign, and a display case with snacks.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

3.5 km from Natural History Museum

Susan

SAR 488

SAR 550 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of white wine, and a bar area in the background.

An outdoor patio with a grill, seating, and a view of a building.

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.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

3.4 km from Natural History Museum

Erwin

SAR 443

SAR 499 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel reception area with a counter, a TV displaying news, framed pictures on the wall, and a sign indicating the hotel name 'motel 6'.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a bathroom, and a nightstand with a phone.

A row of white front-loading washing machines in a laundry room with a plain wall and a sloped ceiling.

A motel with a swimming pool, multiple rooms, and a parking area.

13. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

3.4 km from Natural History Museum

Tracy

SAR 255

SAR 287 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a central bar.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a high ceiling with exposed beams, and a modern design.

A hotel pool area with multiple levels of balconies, lounge chairs, and a clear blue pool.

A modern interior with seating areas, a high ceiling, and visible structural elements.

14. Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

6 km from Natural History Museum

Teresa

SAR 571

SAR 643 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Natural History Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Big America	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Hotel Avanti	8.6 Excellent 487 reviews	View
Solaire Inn & Suites	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Historic Santa Maria Inn	8.4 Very good 2,364 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria	8.6 Excellent 813 reviews	View

Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We used to have a breakfast at the restaurant At the property. It was a long time ago tough. Now they serve breakfast At the lobby. I wish the quality was better. The room was cleaned, but didn’t feel fresh. The shower could be cleaner."

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful birthday weekend! Very nice staff and amenities."

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent! Price, staff, location!"

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

8/10 Good

"We have stayed at Oxford Suites many times. It’s a nice hotel in a good location. However, we were a little disappointed on this trip. Our bed sheets were on sideways so the fitted sheet came off the mattress in the middle of the night. They did replace and fix the bedding the next morning. The mattress itself was the worst I’ve ever slept on. It was so old and sunk in the middle. We didn’t get much sleep the 3 nights we were there and had terrible back ache. The breakfast food is terrible. The staff are very nice and friendly. I’m not sure if we will return there on our annual visit to Pismo."

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

8/10 Good

"Checkin was easy and hotel has ample parking. Rooms are very large. Love the full kitchen and fridge. Our room had a weird odor in it when we arrived. Once I wiped down everything with disinfectant wipes, that seemed to help some. Beds were comfortable. Staff was very nice. Close to freeway and lots of places to eat nearby."

Edgewater Inn And Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Great service"

Cottage Inn By The Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Fast check in, room was very nice with great fire place and in room Starbucks coffee pods. Beautiful views from hotel grounds that are on the cliff. Views of the birds flying at eye level is amazing. Fire pit with views, pool and hot tub. If we come back to Pismo we will stay here again"

Hotel Avanti

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed my stay! Great room! Great, friendly service! Great rate!"

Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG

8/10 Good

"The suite was nice and cozy, but using usb-chargers was impossible. They didn't work. Our windows were to the street, so it was noizy if I wanted to get some fresh air at night time. Overall, it was good. Well equipped kitchen, so there's a possibility to bring something and cook/hear in the suite. Well working refrigerator. For us, it's a good option to stay in Santa Maria."

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Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX

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Simas Park

After visiting Simas Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Maria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Santa Maria Valley Historical Society

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Santa Maria Valley Historical Society during your travels in Santa Maria. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Children's Resource & Referral (CRR) Discovery Museum

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

You can take time to visit Children's Resource & Referral (CRR) Discovery Museum during your travels to Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Santa Maria Fairpark

8.0/10 (105 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Santa Maria Fairpark during your trip to Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Pacific Conservatory Theatre

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can get tickets for a performance at Pacific Conservatory Theatre during your stay in Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Santa Maria Civic Theatre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Santa Maria Civic Theatre during your stay in Santa Maria. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Sunset Ridge Golf Center

Enjoy a round of golf in Santa Maria at Sunset Ridge Golf Center. While in this romantic area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Natural History Museum?

Natural History Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Santa Maria known for its array of dining options and biking. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 12 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Natural History Museum?

Historic Santa Maria Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Natural History Museum. Another good choice is Villa Motel, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

How many hotels are there near Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Natural History Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Natural History Museum?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Natural History Museum, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Natural History Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Santa Maria Museum of Flight. You can enjoy live performances at Pacific Conservatory Theatre and Santa Maria Civic Theatre. Create some family memories at Children's Resource & Referral (CRR) Discovery Museum, Santa Maria Fairpark, and Rancho Bowl while you're exploring the area around Natural History Museum.

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Our top choices for Natural History Museum hotels

1. Best Western Plus Big America

2. Hotel Avanti

3. Solaire Inn & Suites

4. Historic Santa Maria Inn

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria

6. Villa Motel

7. Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria

8. Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria

9. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South

10. Wine Stone Inn

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

13. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

14. Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

Compare popular hotels close to Natural History Museum

Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Edgewater Inn And Suites

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Hotel Avanti

Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG

Other attractions near Natural History Museum

Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX

Simas Park

Santa Maria Valley Historical Society

Children's Resource & Referral (CRR) Discovery Museum

Santa Maria Fairpark

Pacific Conservatory Theatre

Santa Maria Civic Theatre

Sunset Ridge Golf Center

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