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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 AU$152
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 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, (518 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful hotel."
United States
Samantha
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 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, (1,000 reviews)
"great place"
United States
Russel
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Solaire Inn & Suites
A modern hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria
3.0 star property
3.2 km from Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (828 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, would stay there again!"
United States
Jim
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria
A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.

5. 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, (2,409 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay here"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a painting of a landscape, and a bookshelf with magazines.

6. ECONOMY INN

ECONOMY INN
2.5 star property
1.1 km from Natural History Museum
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (110 reviews)
"Clean room lovely staff "
United States
Salina
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
ECONOMY INN
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden dresser, a desk with a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

7. Villa Motel

Villa Motel
2.0 star property
1.1 km from Natural History Museum
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (490 reviews)
"Place was really nice"
United States
Ryan
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Villa Motel
A modern restaurant with wooden flooring, red seating, and a kitchen area with a counter and decorative items.

8. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Parking was close by and they had charging station ! Staff was amazing."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 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.

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff. Nice property."
United States
Megan
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

10. 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 AU$146
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Colonial Motel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a small building in the background.

11. 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, (624 reviews)
"Highly recommend very clean quite and friendly"
United States
Amy
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, a bottle of wine, and a glass of red wine.

12. Wine Stone Inn

Wine Stone Inn
5.0 star property
9.4 km from Natural History Museum
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (712 reviews)
"Great property, great location. Walked to dinner and breakfast. Wine was delicious"
United States
Kimberly
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Wine Stone Inn
A modern cafe with a central serving table, a kitchen area, and a wall with food-related decor.

13. 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 AU$180
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 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.

14. 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, (357 reviews)
"spacious clean rooms - open kitchenette, save money & prepare meals - wonderful breakfast offered & Happy Hour!"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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.

15. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good kitchenette, free laundry services shower curtain rod was a little off center and internet can be a little slow but overall great stay"
United States
Jeremy
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG
A house with a porch, steps, and a fence.

16. Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens

Kaleidoscope Inn & Gardens
2.5 star property
11.1 km from Natural History Museum
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (224 reviews)
"Plusses: pet-friendly, ni"
United States
Gigi
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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'.

17. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North
2.0 star property
3.4 km from Natural History Museum
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,242 reviews)
"Friendly front desk guy, clean room, decent bed, quiet…couldn’t have been better."
United States
Jake
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North
A dining area with a round table, four white chairs, and a yellow bowl.

18. Retro cottage on Private Rd near park

Retro cottage on Private Rd near park
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Natural History Museum
The price is AU$325
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Retro cottage on Private Rd near park
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.

19. MCM 2 bed/1 bath on Private Rd near park

MCM 2 bed/1 bath on Private Rd near park
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Natural History Museum
The price is AU$389
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
MCM 2 bed/1 bath on Private Rd near park
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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
518 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
1,000 reviews
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A modern hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, multiple bar stools, and pendant lighting.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
828 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
2,409 reviews
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Other attractions near Natural History Museum

Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX

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Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a glass-top fire feature, and a view of a building with balconies.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
Santa Maria

10/10 Excellent

overall good like this small town
Australia
Juanyun
Reviewed August 9, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

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.