Santa Maria Travel Guide
Los Angeles
Visit Santa Maria
Popular places to visit
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 great live music 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Santa Monica Beach
Located just west of downtown Los Angeles, this iconic southern California beach is a haven for swimmers, surfers, beachcombers and fitness enthusiasts.
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
City Sightseeing LA & Hollywood: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - 4 Routes
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
San Pedro: West Harbor LA Dolphin & Whale Watching Cruise
Universal Studios Hollywood Express Tickets
Top hotels in Santa Maria
Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
Breakfast was good and served fresh
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hilton Los Angeles Airport
Everyone was very nice and helpful. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Loews Hollywood Hotel
The location is good but the room which was a Hollywood sign view room isn’t quite what I expected with the view overlooking mainly the exterior of other buildings with the sign barely visible. The room was very basic but clean and spacious. The bathroom was shower only but again clean and tidy. ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport by IHG
It honestly wasnt that bad but there was a roach in our room. They gave us a new room but I can't give them more then I did because of the roach.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Hotel Burbank
staff was really nice and helpful we loved the food at the cafe , definitely recommended we stay for our trip to universal studios and was convenience really close .
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Maria
Westwood
Museums, bars and art galleries highlight some of the noteworthy features of Westwood. Make a stop by Westwood Village or UCLA Athletics Hall of Fame 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.
