Santa Maria motels

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Buckboard Motel - Santa Maria - Bedroom
Buckboard Motel
Santa Maria, CA
5.6Fair(80)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$115+
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Motel 6 Santa Maria - South - Santa Maria - Pool
Motel 6 Santa Maria - South
Santa Maria, CA
5.8Fair(460)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$106+
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Motel 6 Santa Maria - Santa Maria - Bedroom
Motel 6 Santa Maria
Santa Maria, CA
6.6Okay(1277)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$95+
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Colonial Motel - Santa Maria - Bedroom
Colonial Motel
Santa Maria, CA
5.6Fair(159)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$95+
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Economy Inn - Santa Maria - Bedroom
Economy Inn
Santa Maria, CA
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$508+
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Villa Motel - Santa Maria
Villa Motel
Santa Maria, CA
6.8Okay(22)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$86+
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Town and Country Inn - Santa Maria
Town and Country Inn
Santa Maria, CA
5.3Fair(377)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$118+
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Holiday Motel - Santa Maria - Santa Maria
Holiday Motel - Santa Maria
Santa Maria, CA
4.5Mediocre(227)
Free Wi-Fi
$90+
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KAYAK’s insights for motels in Santa Maria

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Santa Maria with confidence.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a motel in Santa Maria?

Thursday offers the lowest rates in Santa Maria, with an average nightly price of $72. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at $166.
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April
September
$100
$150
Cheapest month to stay with an average 21% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 203% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Santa Maria motel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap motel in Santa Maria, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced motels in Santa Maria in April and August.
  • Motel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best motel deals in Santa Maria if you stay on a Thursday. The most expensive day for motel bookings is Saturday.

FAQs when booking a motel in Santa Maria

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a motel than in a hotel in Santa Maria?

    The average price for a night in a motel in Santa Maria is $95 compared to $143 for a night in a hotel.

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