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A culinary and viticultural destination

Santa Maria has earned recognition as the Barbecue Capital of the World, where a distinct regional cooking style—red oak-grilled tri-tip served with pinquito beans and salsa—has been trademarked and celebrated since the 1800s. The Hitching Post, featured in "Sideways," exemplifies this tradition with exceptional Santa Maria-style barbecue and estate wines. The Santa Maria Valley AVA, California's second-oldest wine appellation, produces acclaimed cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay across 34 tasting rooms that offer an unpretentious alternative to crowded wine regions.

Historic charm meets wine country ease

Downtown showcases early 20th-century architecture, including the landmark Santa Maria Inn, welcoming guests since 1917. Old Town Orcutt provides a walkable district with wine bars and boutiques capturing the valley's relaxed sophistication. The Foxen Canyon Wine Trail winds through 30 miles of rolling vineyards, connecting estate wineries where you can meet winemakers and experience the region's agricultural heritage.

Practical considerations

A rental car proves essential for exploring the valley's spread-out attractions. Santa Maria Public Airport offers connections through Phoenix, while Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo airports provide gateway options within an hour's drive. The central location makes it an excellent base for day trips to Pismo Beach, Solvang, and Santa Barbara.

Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Maria

Can I book hotels in Santa Maria on Delta Stays using miles?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Santa Maria hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Santa Maria?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To receive your miles, make sure to log in to your SkyMiles account or provide your SkyMiles number during checkout when making a cash payment. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies differ depending on the property you choose. We recommend reviewing the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates may be refundable, while others may be non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card provides you with additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 that you can apply toward prepaid hotels or vacation rentals when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Terms apply to these offers. For an overview of all advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

From time to time, Delta Stays may present special opportunities for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on their hotel and vacation rental bookings made through Delta Stays. We recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. As a SkyMiles Member, you will receive 2 miles per $1 spent through Delta Cars and Stays (not including taxes and other charges). Joining the SkyMiles program is entirely free. Register today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Yes, in addition to traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your vacation. You can browse through a variety of homes, condos, and unique lodging options powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Santa Maria?

In Santa Maria, you’ll find 18 hotels to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Historic Santa Maria Inn has a guest rating of 8.4 out of 10, and features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Another top-rated inn is Wine Stone Inn and guests enjoy its comfortable guestrooms.

What's a good time of year to visit Santa Maria?

To experience Santa Maria during great weather, consider a visit in September when the temperature averages in the mid-70s and the skies are clear with no rainfall. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during April when temperatures reach the mid-60s with mostly sunny skies and lower visitor numbers.

What hotels in Santa Maria are located near Santa Maria Fairpark?

This sprawling venue hosts Santa Barbara County's beloved annual fair and Strawberry Festival, featuring agricultural exhibitions, live entertainment, and local food vendors across indoor and outdoor spaces. Popular hotels include Wine Stone Inn which is a short drive away.

What hotels in Santa Maria are located closest to Santa Maria Country Club?

This exclusive club winds through pine and cypress trees with an 18-hole course, tennis courts, and refined dining. Members enjoy a serene California setting beyond the greens. One popular hotel is Wine Stone Inn which is a short drive away.

What hotels in Santa Maria are located closest to Presqu'ile Winery?

Perched on a Santa Maria Valley hilltop, Presqu'ile Winery crafts exceptional cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with panoramic ocean views from the terrace. Wine Stone Inn is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away.

Are there any luxury 4-star and 5-star hotels in Santa Maria?

Santa Maria offers these exceptional luxury hotels. At Wine Stone Inn, guests love the comfortable rooms and location. To explore luxury stays in other destinations, visit the Luxury Stays page.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar