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A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

1. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,666 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay, excellent location, nice rooms, clean… great staff"
United States
Christian
The price is £225
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
An indoor swimming pool area with lounge chairs and a view of a mountain landscape through large windows.

2. Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
4.0 star property
Heavenly Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4,384 reviews)
"Overall a great family friendly place to stay"
United States
Vishal
The price is £124
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and beach.

3. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,887 reviews)
"Great Stay!"
United States
Adarsh
The price is £218
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
A poolside view with a lounge chair, a towel, a tray with a drink and a coconut, and a pool with palm trees in the background.

4. San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,621 reviews)
"Everything was excellent!"
United States
Evangeline
The price is £253
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of mountains.

5. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Palm Desert
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,225 reviews)
"Amazing place"
United States
Rafael
The price is £275
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
A resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and ocean views.

6. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Ellwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
julie
The price is £697
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
An aerial view of a lodge surrounded by dense forest, with multiple buildings and a parking area.

7. Tenaya at Yosemite

Tenaya at Yosemite
4.0 star property
Fish Camp
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,705 reviews)
"Great place to stay while adventuring in Yosemite"
United States
Jon-Paul
The price is £251
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tenaya at Yosemite
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

8. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,865 reviews)
"Great relaxing getaway !"
United States
Tracy
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Lakehouse Resort
A water park with multiple slides and pools.

9. Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
5.0 star property
Montelena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,180 reviews)
"Clean room, awesome for families"
United States
Fernando
The price is £295
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is £170
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A pool area with a rock formation, a water slide, and a building with a tiled roof.

11. Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,135 reviews)
"Great place to stay with kids."
United States
Kimberly
The price is £213
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
A dining area with a view of palm trees and the ocean, furnished with round tables and chairs.

12. Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Historic Downtown Coronado
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,072 reviews)
"Had a great stay here. Place was beautiful."
United States
Marianne
The price is £463
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a pool, and palm trees.

13. The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel

The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel
4.0 star property
Huntington Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,195 reviews)
"Lovely view of the beach and the staff is top notch!!!"
United States
William
The price is £244
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

14. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,737 reviews)
"atmosphere was very friendly and the staff was great."
United States
Melvinj
The price is £235
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A resort pool area with palm trees, a pool, and a building with a thatched roof.

15. Indian Wells Resort Hotel

Indian Wells Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Montelena
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (4,025 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay"
United States
erick
The price is £76
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and hanging light fixtures.

16. Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Ynez
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,362 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Richard
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Chumash Casino Resort
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

17. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,418 reviews)
"We loved our stay something to do for everyone, my family loves this resort."
United States
María
The price is £192
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Bahia Resort Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and palm trees.

18. The Saguaro Palm Springs

The Saguaro Palm Springs
3.5 star property
Sonora Sunrise
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,502 reviews)
"Great customer service and amazing location for a great price"
United States
Leon
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Saguaro Palm Springs
A well-lit courtyard with palm trees, a fountain, and a building with a tower.

19. The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park

The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park
2.5 star property
Death Valley
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (3,405 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and grounds. Restaurants were very good."
United States
Thomas
The price is £174
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

20. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,689 reviews)
"Very clean property and great location!"
United States
Kristine
The price is £286
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Stopped by for a show at intuit done and stayed nearby here, excellent location friendly staff clean rooms, the shower water pressure fantastic. Would definitely recommend."
francisco 2-night trip
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Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

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California Resorts information

Number of reviews
16,838
Accommodation
886 Resorts
Lowest Price
£68
Highest Price
£697

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How much do resorts in California cost?
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