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

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

A spacious living area with a grand piano, a chandelier, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

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

1. Best Western Plus Big America

2.4 km from Natural History Museum

Edward

S$158

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 modern living room with a grey sofa, a blue chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

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

2. Hotel Avanti

1.7 km from Natural History Museum

Vanessa

S$108

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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.

3. Solaire Inn & Suites

2.8 km from Natural History Museum

Eduardo

S$85

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a bedroom.

A kitchenette with shelves stocked with snacks, beverages, and a coffee machine.

A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance with a blue awning labeled "CANDLEWOOD SUITES".

A covered outdoor patio with two barbecue grills, a concrete floor, and a metal fence.

4. Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG

3.2 km from Natural History Museum

Leighanna

S$158

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A hotel with a parking lot, electric vehicle charging stations, and a covered entrance.

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

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria

3.1 km from Natural History Museum

Zenny

S$162

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs and floral centerpieces.

A restaurant with a long, curved seating area featuring cushioned booths and tables set for dining.

6. Historic Santa Maria Inn

0.6 km from Natural History Museum

Britney

S$155

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

A reception area with a wooden counter, a bulletin board, and a door leading outside.

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

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

7. Villa Motel

1.1 km from Natural History Museum

Tina

S$86

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 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 living room with a beige wall, a ceiling fan, a black refrigerator, a brown sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a window with blinds.

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

8. Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria

1.8 km from Natural History Museum

michael

S$149

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 Days Inn hotel with a sunny sign, palm trees, and a two-story building.

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

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

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria

1.1 km from Natural History Museum

David

S$103

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with curtains, and a radiator.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, a computer, and a vase of flowers.

A Colonial Motel sign with a fountain and flower beds in front.

A motel with multiple-story buildings, a parking lot, and several cars parked in front.

10. Colonial Motel

2.5 km from Natural History Museum

Darren

S$92

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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.

11. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South

1.4 km from Natural History Museum

Chrisj

S$128

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 modern lounge area with a wine rack, comfortable seating, and a TV displaying golf.

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.

12. Wine Stone Inn

9.4 km from Natural History Museum

DALLAS Cooper

S$232

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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.

A Hampton Inn & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a stone facade and a welcoming entrance.

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

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

3.5 km from Natural History Museum

Susan

S$188

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.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple bottles, glasses, and two large screens.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a coffee machine.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a kitchenette.

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

3.4 km from Natural History Museum

Katrina

S$214

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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 vending machine with snacks and Coca-Cola bottles.

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.

15. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

3.4 km from Natural History Museum

Tracy

S$86

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a sliding glass door to a balcony, a wall-mounted artwork, and a bedside table with a lamp.

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

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

16. Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

6 km from Natural History Museum

Teresa

S$219

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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 479 reviews	View
Solaire Inn & Suites	8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria	8.6 Excellent 812 reviews	View

Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Cottage Inn By The Sea

8/10 Good

"It is a beautiful place to be; right on the bluff! I like the fact that you can walk along the bluff and go down to the beach via stairs. The stairs are pretty easy to maneuver so need for worry there. The pier was within walking distance as well. There were some really good restaurants in Pismo Beach. We recommend the Italian restaurant for sure. the name is Guiseppes (not sure on the spelling). And you have to have one of the cinnamon rolls at The Old West Cinnamon place. Delicious!! It's very relaxing place and that's what we went for. I would stay there again. I recommend a first floor room as the fire pits are outside your room and you can hear the waves all night."

Edgewater Inn And Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was well maintained. Staff was friendly. I left an expensive item in the room. I received a phone call. I was very glad for that phone call. I got my property. It could have been really bad. Very pleased."

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

8/10 Good

"Breakfast was mediocre, the women’s sauna wasn’t working. Pool and spa was nice, rooms were clean staff was friendly. Afternoon cookies weren’t great, hard dry packaged cookies: for the price of the hotel it wasn’t a bad stay and I’d be back."

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The room was great, the staff were awesome, to purchase drinks and breakfast was very expensive, better variety on the menu would be good also ."

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Solid breakfast! Right off the freeway but don’t hear it. The bar and a drink voucher was great daily!"

Hampton Inn & Suites Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach Area, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean room and friendly staff."

Aloha Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean"

Hotel Avanti

8/10 Good

"Everything is great, except for the hanging barn doors. It feels really weird to use the bathroom with door gaps both sides!"

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Simas Park

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Santa Maria Valley Historical Society

8.8/10 (11 reviews)

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Children's Resource & Referral (CRR) Discovery Museum

9.2/10 (7 reviews)

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Santa Maria Fairpark

8.0/10 (105 reviews)

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Pacific Conservatory Theatre

6.0/10 (1 review)

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Santa Maria Civic Theatre

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

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Sunset Ridge Golf Center

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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.

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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. Candlewood Suites Santa Maria by IHG

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Maria

6. Historic Santa Maria Inn

7. Villa Motel

8. Quality Inn & Suites Santa Maria

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Santa Maria

10. Colonial Motel

11. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - South

12. Wine Stone Inn

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria

14. Homewood Suites by Hilton Santa Maria

15. Motel 6 Santa Maria, CA - North

16. Radisson Hotel Santa Maria

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Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Cottage Inn By The Sea

Edgewater Inn And Suites

Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach Area, CA

Aloha Inn

Hotel Avanti

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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