The Best Hotels Closest to Natural History Museum in Santa Maria for 2026

Our top choices for Natural History Museum hotels

2 Queen Designer | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Hotel Avanti

1.7 km from Natural History Museum

John

SAR 356 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Historic Santa Maria Inn

0.6 km from Natural History Museum

Kaia

SAR 405 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Jun - 11 Jun

Best Western Plus Big America

2.4 km from Natural History Museum

Daniel

SAR 481 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 Queen Bed) | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG

3.2 km from Natural History Museum

serenity

SAR 435 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Villa Motel

1.1 km from Natural History Museum

Mario

SAR 288 total

includes taxes & fees

21 May - 22 May

Solaire Inn & Suites

2.8 km from Natural History Museum

Ana

SAR 266 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria

1.8 km from Natural History Museum

Diana

SAR 437 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria

1.1 km from Natural History Museum

Jesus

SAR 291 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Colonial Motel

2.5 km from Natural History Museum

Ana

SAR 378 total

includes taxes & fees

21 May - 22 May

Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South

1.4 km from Natural History Museum

Erick

SAR 352 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Jun - 12 Jun

Wine Stone Inn

9.4 km from Natural History Museum

Ken

SAR 760 total

includes taxes & fees

24 May - 25 May

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

3.5 km from Natural History Museum

Patte

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

3.4 km from Natural History Museum

Samantha

SAR 619 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens

11.1 km from Natural History Museum

Armando

SAR 791 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

3.4 km from Natural History Museum

aron

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

6 km from Natural History Museum

VERONICA

SAR 481 total

includes taxes & fees

28 May - 29 May

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Avanti	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 358 reviews	View
Historic Santa Maria Inn	3.5 star property	8.4 Very Good 2,078 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Big America	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG	2.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Villa Motel	2.0 star property	8.0 Very Good 289 reviews	View

Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very well decorated and clean, inside and outside, made the stay very enjoyable."

Edgewater Inn And Suites

8/10 Good

"Pros: Check in was quick and painless. Rooms, pool & spa very clean. Staff very helpful and friendly. Loved the variety of fresh items for breakfast. Very clean area also. We loved how our room had front parking and very close to pool, spa and walk to beach. The outer grass areas (cigarettes everywhere), garbage cans overflowing), guests were loud and people drilling outside at 12 am-2 . And although beds were very clean, they were very uncomfortable . Back was killing us in the morning. Cracks and building structure seemed outdated and in need of work. Very concerning for property Oceanside. "

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The Sandcastle is a beautiful place. The beach is right out the front door and downtown is just a few minutes walk. The rooms and facilities were spotless and comfortable and the staff were exceptional. Our only issue was paying $30/day for parking. They have a parking lot, we paid for the room so we felt like paying extra for parking was unacceptable. Also, if your room is located near the deck and common area, don't expect quiet. It's a bar/gathering place not just for guests but for the public and was quite noisy."

Historic Santa Maria Inn

6/10 Okay

"The room was large and looked out on a lovely backyard. But, the room was a bit rough. There were lots of scuffs on the walls, fixtures/furniture were old/worn, and there was a strange, large open space that looked like it once held a couch. The hotel itself has some beautiful old common rooms/spaces. We came to town for a graduation and thought it would be fun to stay someplace more unique. We arrived at the hotel around 2:15 and were told that check-in was at 3pm, unless we wanted to pay a fee. So, we waited…as did other people who began showing up. Consequently, then, right at 3, there was a very long line of people that had to wait for one of the two clerks. The opposite of good customer service, in my opinion. The first room we were assigned smelled like cigarette smoke. So, then we had to take our luggage cart back downstairs and wait in the long line to be assigned an alternate room. No real apologies - and no dispensation. The location is convenient. But, stay in one of the newer hotels in town and go there to check out the cool rooms and stained glass."

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Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX

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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 7 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. Other good choices within a few miles include Solaire Inn & Suites and Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria.

How many hotels are there near Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 7 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.

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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 Santa Maria Valley 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

Hotel Avanti

Historic Santa Maria Inn

Best Western Plus Big America

Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG

Villa Motel

Solaire Inn & Suites

Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria

Colonial Motel

Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South

Wine Stone Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens

Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

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Best Western Casa Grande Inn

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