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A beachside patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the ocean and pier.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, ottomans, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A pool area with a view of the ocean, lounge chairs, and a small deck.
A modern dining area with a central seating arrangement, a kitchen in the background, and a chandelier overhead.

1. Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Pismo Beach
United States
Steven
CA $167
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Cottage Inn By The Sea
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door leading to a balcony with greenery.
A cozy outdoor seating area with a fireplace, tables, and chairs, surrounded by a brick floor and wooden beams.
A traditional European-style building with a clock tower, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and potted plants.
A restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, outdoor seating with umbrellas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

2. Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn
Downtown Solvang
United States
Alisha
CA $188
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Wine Valley Inn
A courtyard with a fountain, palm trees, and string lights.
A bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple stools, and a brick wall backdrop.
A restaurant with a long, curved seating area featuring cushioned booths and tables set for dining.
An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs and floral centerpieces.

3. Historic Santa Maria Inn

Historic Santa Maria Inn
Santa Maria
United States
Yajnaseni
CA $121
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Historic Santa Maria Inn
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A view from a balcony overlooking a pier extending into the ocean, with a clear sky and distant mountains.
A resort with a pool area, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and palm trees.

4. SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Pismo Beach
United States
Lori
CA $256
CA $294 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
A bar with a high ceiling, exposed beams, and a chandelier. There are two blue chairs and a small table in the center.
A cozy lounge area with a sofa, a potted orchid, and a wooden coffee table.
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a windmill, and a building with a tiled roof.
A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple bar stools, and a unique antler chandelier.

5. Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn
Buellton
United States
Michael
CA $121
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Sideways Inn
A coastal hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and large windows.
A coastal landscape with a beach, cliffs, and a pier extending into the water.
A modern living room with a large window, a staircase, and a view of the sea.

6. Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort
Pismo Beach
United States
Andrew
CA $187
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Pacific Point Resort
A traditional Tudor-style building with a conical roof, a sign reading "VINLAND," and a garden with various flowers in the foreground.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees.
A spacious lobby with a round wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a large mirror.
Two lounge chairs with a wooden frame and a dark cushion, positioned under a black umbrella.

7. Vinland Hotel and Lounge

Vinland Hotel and Lounge
Downtown Solvang
United States
Willy
CA $146
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Vinland Hotel and Lounge
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.
A coastal hotel with a paved walkway along the beach, a view of the ocean, and a hillside with vegetation.
A landscaped garden with palm trees, a pathway, and a view of the ocean.
A terrace with outdoor seating overlooking a beach and ocean.

8. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
Pismo Beach
United States
Margarito
CA $180
CA $206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Spyglass Inn
A modern lounge with a fireplace, leather chairs, and large windows overlooking the beach.
A beachfront property with a wooden boardwalk, palm trees, and a sandy beach.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a wall decorated with photos. There is a wooden shelf with decorative items and a hanging light fixture.
A balcony with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a beach with a pier and mountains in the distance.

9. Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Downtown Pismo Beach
United States
Natalee
CA $95
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
A courtyard with a small pond, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on a dresser, and a view of greenery through the window.
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel with a bell tower, palm trees, and arched walkways.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast
Lompoc
United States
Sobia
CA $237
CA $268 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Embassy Suites by Hilton Lompoc Central Coast
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a large hanging light fixture.
A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a view of the building's interior balconies.
A spacious indoor dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and potted plants.

11. Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo
United States
Robin
CA $160
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Luis Obispo
An outdoor seating area with modern furniture, a glass-top fire feature, and a view of a building with balconies.
Breakfast area
Restaurant
Living area

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
Santa Maria
United States
leobardo
CA $177
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, waves crashing onto a sandy beach, and a seagull flying in the sky.
A residential area with multiple houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a road.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel with multiple balconies, a landscaped garden, and a hilly backdrop.

13. Inn at the Cove

Inn at the Cove
Pismo Beach
United States
Isela
CA $272
CA $312 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Inn at the Cove
A well-lit outdoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area, surrounded by a landscaped garden and a building with a flat roof.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a stone wall.
A silver recreational vehicle with a patio area featuring outdoor furniture and planters.
A spacious restaurant with wooden ceiling beams, multiple dining areas, and a variety of seating options including booths and tables.

14. Village Inn

Village Inn
Lompoc
Canada
Lindsay
CA $189
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Village Inn
An outdoor seating area with wicker chairs, a round table, and a potted plant.
A staircase with patterned tiles and a potted plant.
A restaurant with wooden tables, cushioned seating, pendant lighting, and a patterned wall.
A building with a white facade, a red-tiled roof, and a sign reading "the Landsby."

15. The Landsby

The Landsby
Downtown Solvang
United States
Nichoals
CA $297
CA $343 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The Landsby
A white pergola with columns, a well-maintained lawn, and a view of a body of water with a pier in the distance.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a swimming pool, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a neatly arranged dining table, a bed with a headboard, and a bedside lamp.
A gym with various exercise equipment, a fan, and a view of outdoor seating.

16. Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach

Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach
Avila Beach
United States
Trisha
CA $177
CA $247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach
A spacious lobby with a central fireplace, multiple seating areas, and a staircase connecting different levels.
A building with a wooden front porch, a stone pillar, and a sign that reads "Avila Village Inn."
A multi-story residential building with a balcony on the second floor, a driveway, and a landscaped front yard.
A spacious lobby with a curved staircase, a leather armchair, a sofa, and a coffee table with books and a vase of flowers.

17. Avila Village Inn

Avila Village Inn
Avila Beach
United States
Ken
CA $203
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Avila Village Inn
A modern apartment with a living area, a dining space, and a kitchen.
Private kitchen
A lounge area with a checkered floor, a pink sofa, two wooden chairs, a wooden coffee table with a plant, striped awnings, and a large window with a view of the street.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a large island with a sink.

18. Pismo Beach Club

Pismo Beach Club
Downtown Pismo Beach
United States
Ali
CA $171
CA $196 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Pismo Beach Club
A traditional building with a balcony, a windmill, and a sign for 'Krodershof Inn & Wine Center'.
A room with a bed, a sofa, a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A dining area with a marble floor, a chandelier, and large windows with a view.
A hotel room with a bed, a leather sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a dining area with a chair and table.

19. Kronborg Inn

Kronborg Inn
Downtown Solvang
United States
Mariela
CA $125
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Kronborg Inn
An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a table with wine glasses and a bottle, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A row of single-story cabins with white railings and a covered porch, labeled "AMERICAN PAINT."
A compact kitchen with modern appliances, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and a book.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a large window.

20. Flying Flags RV Resort & Campground

Flying Flags RV Resort & Campground
Buellton
United States
Laura
CA $134
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Flying Flags RV Resort & Campground
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Top Santa Maria Hotel Reviews

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Cottage Inn By The Sea

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was very helpful; parking close to our room. The room was beautiful and very comfortable."
Kathleen 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Central location, clean, good value. Always enjoy my stay here, will keep coming back. Thanks!"
Kathleen 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Sideways Inn
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was super clean, well maintained and easily accessible. 10/10."
Ashley 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria
Pacific Point Resort

Pacific Point Resort

8/10 Good
"This is the first time back at this hotel since the remodel. The rooms were very clean, comfortable beds and the bathroom was nice with two sinks and a nice shower. Our room was by the pool which at times can be a bit noisy with kids. This hotel use to offer breakfast with the reservation; it no longer does but now offers it for $25 per person.....that seems a bit ridiculous as there are several places within walking distance that have breakfast for much less. As always though....the ocean view is fabulous."
Judy 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Pacific Point Resort

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