Santa Maria Travel Guide
Los Angeles
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Popular places to visit
Old Pasadena
The historic center of Pasadena in Los Angeles County offers alfresco dining, farmers markets, shopping and arts and crafts events.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Get ready for the ultimate Hollywood experience!
Dodger Stadium
Catch an event at Dodger Stadium during your trip to Los Angeles. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Los Angeles Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Los Angeles Convention Center, a top convention centre in Los Angeles. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Crypto.com Arena
This multipurpose sports arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest musical acts and is home to two National Basketball Association teams.
Six Flags Magic Mountain
Enjoy the excitement at Six Flags Magic Mountain and find out why this is a popular theme park in Stevenson Ranch. Attend a sporting event or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Universal Studios Hollywood Tickets
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Hollywood & Beyond Helicopter Experience
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
Top hotels in Santa Maria
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
The room was beautiful, clean, and comfortable, and the restaurant was phenomenal. Thank you. It's so nice to be in sunny California with all the palm trees.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
I was disappointed that there was no breakfast other than the restaurant.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
It was a huge room, a suite with a living room
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Check in was easy. Bernadette was friendly and helpful. Room was spacious and clean. Bed was surprisingly comfortable. I love the shower doors as they kept water from getting on the floor while showering. The only downside to the location is all the air traffic which is to be expected since your ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place LAX/Century Blvd
Clean room
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The LINE Hotel
Staff service is incredibly and helpful with care, thoughtfulness and resourceful. The pool amenity and restaurant on the second floor is beautiful. The room could have been cleaner, other than that overall I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame or Westwood Village while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Santa Monica
While you're in Downtown Santa Monica, take in top sights like Santa Monica Beach and jump on the metro at Downtown Santa Monica Station to see more of the city.
West Los Angeles
Travellers choose West Los Angeles for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Expo/Sepulved Station or Expo/Bundy Station and check out top sights like Laemmle Theatres Royal.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Venice Beach and Santa Monica Beach.
Century City
Shopping, restaurants and beaches highlight some of the noteworthy features of Century City. Make a stop by Westfield Century City or 20th Century Fox Studios while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Mar Vista
While visiting Mar Vista, you might make a stop by sights like Lucky Strike Mar Vista and Airport Park.
