Maricopa accommodation from NZ$138

No-one in their right mind would take a trip to Maricopa without catching the Mission Santa Barbara. The Sandpiper Lodge and Best Western Plus Encina Lodge & Suites are good options for those staying in the area as they are within a 100 metres radius of Mission Santa Barbara.

The Motel 8 is 25 kilometres away from the heart of Maricopa.

But wait, there's more! Central California has many other great places to check out! Take a gander at the lighthouses in Central California. Those who love the great outdoors can also take the time to admire its valleys and rolling hills. Or join the locals snowboarding while you are here.

Everyone knows New Zealanders just love to relax, so consider staying a little longer and check out the Mission San Buenaventura, Ventura Harbor and Ventura Pier, in Ventura, 60 kilometres to the south of Maricopa. If you'd like to spend a night or two in Ventura, be sure to check out the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach and Country Inn & Suites By Carlson Ventura. Or, you could stay in Bakersfield, 70 kilometres to the northeast of Maricopa, where you'll find the Sleep Inn & Suites and Quality Inn & Suites Bakersfield. The Bakersfield College, Fox Theater and Buck Owens Crystal Palace are amongst the more popular places to experience in Bakersfield.

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is the easiest gateway to Maricopa. Nearby hotels include the Best Western Plus South Coast Inn and the Hampton Inn Goleta.