Best Western Plus Big America, Santa MariaBest Western Plus Big America in Santa Maria, United States has a corrected score of 3.4 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 11 of 27 hotels we score in Santa Maria. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.5 before correction: Booking.com 3.4, Tripadvisor 3.7.Located on North Broadway in central Santa Maria, this smoke-free hotel serves travellers looking for practical amenities near the Santa Maria Civic Theatre. The property features renovated guest rooms with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Guests can access an outdoor heated swimming pool, a hot tub, and a fitness centre. On-site dining is available alongside a complimentary breakfast that includes waffles and fruit. An airport shuttle operates between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. While the hotel offers useful facilities for business travellers, the 1986 construction means some areas may feel dated despite the 2016 updates.What stands out

Heated outdoor pool and hot tub

Complimentary breakfast included

Free on-site parking

Airport shuttle service

Watch out for

Original 1986 construction

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