Best Western Plus Big America

2.5 star property
Hotel in Santa Maria with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Restaurant
Lobby
Exterior
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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1725 N Broadway, Santa Maria, CA, 93454
  • Boomers! Santa Maria
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Marian Regional Medical Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Santa Maria Fairpark
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (Oversized Room;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - double
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Oversized Room;with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed - queen
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Maria

Best Western Plus Big America puts you in the heart of Santa Maria, within just a 10-minute stroll of Santa Maria Civic Theatre and Rancho Bowl. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. 560 square feet (52 square metres) of event facilities include conference space, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this Santa Maria hotel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Boomers! Santa Maria and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Regal Edwards Santa Maria & RPX.

What's nearby

  • Rancho Bowl - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Boomers! Santa Maria - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marian Regional Medical Center - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Santa Maria Valley Historical Society - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Santa Maria Fairpark - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Santa Maria Station - 8 min drive
  • Santa Maria, CA (SMX-Santa Maria Public) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Picosita Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Swiss - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Santa Maria Elks Lodge No. 1538 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Big America

Hotel in Santa Maria with free breakfast and fitness centre
Best Western Plus Big America offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. Free breakfast is served daily. Event space at this hotel measures 560 square feet (52 square metres) and includes conference space. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Big America. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Maria hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 106 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 560 sq ft of conference space
  • 52 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Big America offers 106 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features free newspapers and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 560 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Portable shower seat
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 7.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 7.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Plus Big America?

Yep, Best Western Plus Big America has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Big America?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Big America on 28 Sept 2025 start from AU$211.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Big America have a pool?

Best Western Plus Big America has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

What makes Best Western Plus Big America a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Best Western Plus Big America.

Does Best Western Plus Big America serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Big America?

No, Best Western Plus Big America does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Big America?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Big America Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 628 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gross dirty extremely rude pm staff water instead of juice.cracks in tile and elevator floor. I have pictures of all this, expedia...the below photo drop is not allowing me to upload photos
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tehmina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff . Clean rooms. Only concern check on the freshness of cooked items please.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subhdeep

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sixto

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackquelin

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Fridge didnt not work in either room i rented. Other than that it was a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie

The property was good close to some convenient stores but they did have a lot of cats on the property that they leave food for in case any one has any allergies
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dawn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Subhdeep

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khyati

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like this place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PERLA

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was just great. friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location & room with friendly staff. Breakfast included with stay had many options and breakfast area had many tables in a large room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esperanza

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jianning

Liked: Cleanliness
The frond desk lady not very nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yanping

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valiree

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing from the begining of checking in until we checked out. Beds were super comfy. Area qas quiet. Breakfast was great. Even had Bistro coffee machine in dinning area. Will be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Janet

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Room smelled, we left door open to air out and other guests were drinking and partying in the parking lot until 2 am! Why was this not addressed? No parking because of all the trailers from the car show.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becky

Excellent front staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They helped with an early check-in and were super nice. This is an excellent choice in this price range. Clean, quiet, decent mini-breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Maricela

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The place was clean but outdated. Very noisy at night because its next to a restaurant that has loud music.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kenyetta

Stayed 1 night in May 2025