A coastal town with a pier extending into turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a backdrop of buildings.

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Aug 7 - Aug 9
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Aug 14 - Aug 16

Our top choices for Santa Maria beach hotels

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1. Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach

Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
Arroyo Grande
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,161 reviews)
The price is ￥11,857
￥15,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Days Inn by Wyndham Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach
Lobby

2. Best Western Casa Grande Inn

Best Western Casa Grande Inn
2.5 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,439 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Relax at a sun-soaked getaway with beach access, outdoor pool, and soothing hot tub.
The price is ￥15,469
￥17,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Best Western Casa Grande Inn
King Room with Futon non smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

3. American Inn Grover Beach

American Inn Grover Beach
2.0 star property
Grover Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (841 reviews)
The price is ￥11,352
￥12,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
American Inn Grover Beach
Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4. Arroyo Village Inn

Arroyo Village Inn
2.0 star property
Arroyo Grande
7.4 out of 10, Good, (811 reviews)
The price is ￥11,037
￥13,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Arroyo Village Inn
Terrace/patio

5. Ocean Palms Motel

Ocean Palms Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown Pismo Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Escape to sun-kissed shores with a 7-minute walk to Pismo Beach Pier, where coastal charm meets refreshing ocean breezes.
The price is ￥13,087
￥18,628 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Ocean Palms Motel
Free daily buffet breakfast

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach Area, CA
2.5 star property
Arroyo Grande
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,007 reviews)
The price is ￥17,971
￥20,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hampton Inn & Suites Arroyo Grande/Pismo Beach Area, CA
Shower, towels

7. Motel 6 Pismo Beach, CA

Motel 6 Pismo Beach, CA
2.0 star property
855634304
5.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
The price is ￥9,739
￥11,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Motel 6 Pismo Beach, CA
Restaurant

8. Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
2.5 star property
855634304
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,039 reviews)
The price is ￥16,886
￥21,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Economy Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

9. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.0 star property
Grover Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (612 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unwind near the California shore with free WiFi and parking, just steps from Pismo State Beach at this cozy Pacific motel.
The price is ￥11,998
￥13,619 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Pacific Inn
Beach

10. Holiday Inn Express Grover Beach-Pismo Beach Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Grover Beach-Pismo Beach Area by IHG
2.5 star property
Grover Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
The price is ￥18,456
￥20,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Holiday Inn Express Grover Beach-Pismo Beach Area by IHG
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Top Santa Maria Hotel Reviews

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

8/10 Good
"We had a great time during our Sunday to Tuesday stay. Would definitely come back!"
Annette 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Maria like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its live music and historical sites, Santa Maria offers a lot for the traveler booking a vacation.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Maria?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at weather throughout the year in Santa Maria: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 54°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Maria is 14 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Maria?
After arriving and checking into your hotel, you'll probably want to explore your surroundings. Beach lovers can spend some quality time by the water at Point Sal State Beach. Experience the area's live music and historical sites, and make time for local attractions like Santa Maria Fairpark and Vandenberg Space Force Base. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Los Padres National Forest or Santa Maria Valley Historical Society.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Maria?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Maria with ease. To get to Santa Maria, book a flight to Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public), the closest major airport, which is located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the city center. If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Santa Maria Station.