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Our top choices for Natural History Museum hotels

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

1. Best Western Plus Big America

Best Western Plus Big America
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Natural History Museum
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Rooms are very clean and outside area is well maintained. Pet friendly rooms at no charge, definitely a plus."
United States
G
The price is HK$828
HK$932 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Plus Big America
A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bed.

2. Hotel Avanti

Hotel Avanti
2.5 star property
1.7 km from Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (509 reviews)
"Clean rooms, cool staff, nice shower, comfortable bed"
United States
CATYA
The price is HK$635
HK$714 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Avanti
A sign for Solaire Inn & Suites with a clear view of the surrounding palm trees and a street in the background.

3. Solaire Inn & Suites

Solaire Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"great location, safe and affordable prices, highly recommended, and I will not hesitate to stay here on future visits."
United States
Eric
The price is HK$588
HK$662 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Solaire Inn & Suites
A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.

4. Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
3.5 star property
0.6 km from Natural History Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,408 reviews)
"Clean rooms, helpful staff, and an attached bar and restaurant—convenient on long road trips."
United States
Yajnaseni
The price is HK$737
HK$829 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a desk with a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

5. Villa Motel

Villa Motel
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Natural History Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (480 reviews)
"Comfortable beds and great water pressure in the showers"
United States
John
The price is HK$477
HK$536 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Villa Motel
A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, red seating, and a kitchen area with a counter and decorative items.

6. Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria
2.0 star property
1.8 km from Natural History Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Parking was close by and they had charging station ! Staff was amazing."
United States
Jennifer
The price is HK$738
HK$830 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, wall-mounted lamps, and a window with blue curtains.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria

Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Natural History Museum
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice stay in a safe area. Great value motel."
United Kingdom
David
The price is HK$553
HK$623 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

8. Colonial Motel

Colonial Motel
2.0 star property
2.5 km from Natural History Museum
6.6 out of 10, (234 reviews)
"Clean rooms, smaller well kept motel in a good location. "
United States
Darren
The price is HK$706
HK$794 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Colonial Motel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a small building in the background.

9. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South

Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South
2.0 star property
1.4 km from Natural History Museum
6.2 out of 10, (621 reviews)
"Highly recommend very clean quite and friendly"
United States
Amy
The price is HK$699
HK$786 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a bottle of wine, and a glass of red wine.

10. Wine Stone Inn

Wine Stone Inn
5.0 star property
9.4 km from Natural History Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (710 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, great location"
United States
DALLAS Cooper
The price is HK$1,060
HK$1,262 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wine Stone Inn
A modern cafe with a central serving table, a kitchen area, and a wall with food-related decor.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
2.5 star property
3.5 km from Natural History Museum
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Suites were clean and spacious"
United States
Yesenia
The price is HK$927
HK$1,045 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a glass-top fire feature, and a view of a building with balconies.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
3.0 star property
3.4 km from Natural History Museum
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (347 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and service was awesome, also located in a great area!!"
United States
leobardo
The price is HK$994
HK$1,120 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a TV.

13. Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG

Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was as expected. Good price for a nice place to stay."
United States
John
The price is HK$808
HK$909 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG
A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and a white picket fence.

14. Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens

Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens
2.5 star property
11.1 km from Natural History Museum
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (223 reviews)
"Plusses: pet-friendly, ni"
United States
Gigi
The price is HK$1,023
HK$1,151 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens
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'.

15. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Natural History Museum
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,226 reviews)
"This was a great stay"
United States
Tracy
The price is HK$466
HK$525 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North
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Compare popular hotels close to Natural History Museum

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A restaurant with long wooden tables and booths, hanging plants, and a decorative ceiling.
Best Western Plus Big America
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a bed.
Hotel Avanti
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
509 reviews
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A sign for Solaire Inn & Suites with a clear view of the surrounding palm trees and a street in the background.
Solaire Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,009 reviews
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A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.
Historic Santa Maria Inn
3.5 star property
8.4
Very good
2,408 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a desk with a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.
Villa Motel
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
480 reviews
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Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great atmosphere, great decor with an old- fashioned charm; the room was very comfortable as well, this was my second stay here and as I expect to be back in this area fairly soon I will definitely be returning here."
Lester 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Historic Santa Maria Inn

Other attractions near Natural History Museum

Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX

You can take time to visit Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX during your travels to Santa Maria. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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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 cycling. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 12 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Natural History Museum?
Historic Santa Maria Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 will I find near Natural History Museum?
Expedia has 12 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Natural History Museum.
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.