Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Maria, Santa Maria (Santa Barbara County) (CA) - Deals & Reviews

The Queen Room with Two Queen Beds was spacious and had a cozy layout, making it perfect for families. The impressive water pressure in the bathroom shower really hit the spot after a long day.

However, the pool area was disturbingly slippery, posing safety concerns, especially for kids. Breakfast was a bit underwhelming, with limited options that could have benefited from some variety, like bacon, and the traffic flow around the toaster and waffle station could definitely use some rethinking to avoid bottlenecks. Noise insulation also needs a solid upgrade. the sounds from nearby rooms and staff chatter in the morning were disruptive. The breakfast hours ending at 9 AM can be inconvenient for late risers, and it would be good to get to-go bags for those arriving late. Overall, there are certainly areas to improve upon for a better experience.

My room was spacious, boasting two queen beds and a cozy sofa bed, perfect for a family of four. The bathroom had all the essentials, including wall-mounted shampoo and body wash, a tub, and a shower head you could adjust to your liking! Sure, a second chair or ottoman would have been nice, and there was a pesky green night light that shone brighter than a lighthouse, but honestly, that was a minor hiccup in an otherwise fantastic stay. The pool was a delightful bonus, though it was on the smaller side, and the staff was attentive enough to keep my spirits buoyed, even in the water! Some breakfast pastries could have used a little more pep in their step, but overall, it was splendid.

Green night light was too bright.

The indoor pool is a nice perk if you're looking to reel in some relaxation time. It appears well-maintained and has fast check-in and check-out to make life easier, especially after a long day of travel.

However, noise insulation between rooms is a serious issue—got kept awake by shouting and loud discussions from cleaning staff around 8 AM. Plus, there’s no safe in the room and just paper coffee cups, which feels a bit cheap for a multi-night stay. The breakfast options could use more variety, as well as longer hours. it wraps up by 9 AM, which isn’t great for late risers. Some amenities were lacking, like towel racks in the bathrooms and certain breakfast items running out during busy hours. Overall, there's room for improvement.