A large red arch with the word "CALIFORNIA" in white letters.

Find California motels from $75

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
Sep 4 - Sep 6
In two weeks
Sep 11 - Sep 13
In one month
Sep 25 - Sep 27
In two months
Oct 23 - Oct 25

Our top choices for California motels

Exterior

1. Travelodge by Wyndham Jefferson City

Travelodge by Wyndham Jefferson City
2.0 star property
Jefferson City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (618 reviews)
"Friendly , helpful staff"
Canada
Sheryl
$69 nightly
The price is $79
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Travelodge by Wyndham Jefferson City
Coffee service

2. Eldon Inn

Eldon Inn
2.0 star property
Eldon
7.0 out of 10, Good, (281 reviews)
"It is very quiet"
United States
Robert Woodson
$69 nightly
The price is $75
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Eldon Inn
Basic Double Room

3. Western Hills Motel

Western Hills Motel
2.0 star property
Versailles
7.2 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful made sure my friend and I had everything we needed…room was clean and in good shape conveniently located to dining, gas stations and where I needed to be for the business I was I town for I’ll definitely stay there again "
United States
Howard
$82 nightly
The price is $90
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Western Hills Motel
Room

4. Budget Inn

Budget Inn
2.0 star property
Jefferson City
6.0 out of 10, (148 reviews)
"Great value for the money. Owners were very attentive and responsive. We’ve stayed a couple times already and will do so again."
United States
Joshua
$65 nightly
The price is $75
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Budget Inn
Room

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Boonville

Super 8 by Wyndham Boonville
2.5 star property
Boonville
6.4 out of 10, (668 reviews)
"Still my favorite place to stay. Close to highway, gas, fast food, and easy access to town if needed. Quiet location."
United States
Eric
$71 nightly
The price is $81
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Boonville
Reception

6. Midway Budget Inn

Midway Budget Inn
2.5 star property
Columbia
6.0 out of 10, (133 reviews)
"Friendly staff great service."
United States
Ernest
$86 nightly
The price is $91
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Midway Budget Inn
Exterior

7. Rockwood Resort Motel

Rockwood Resort Motel
2.5 star property
Lake Ozark
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (64 reviews)
"A perfect stay"
United States
Karen
$78 nightly
The price is $85
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Rockwood Resort Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top California Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Columbia South

Tru By Hilton Columbia South

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice, highly recommend."
christy 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Tru By Hilton Columbia South

Find out more about California

California Motels information

Number of reviews
1,631
Accommodation
8 Motels
Lowest Price
$75
Highest Price
$91

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in California?
You can find a great deal from $75 on California motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on California motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a California motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia