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1. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,782 reviews)
"great location and great dining options"
United States
Beatrice A
$285 nightly
The price is $328
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

2. 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, (1,015 reviews)
"Came here for an overnight weekend stay with my family, was the perfect getaway!"
United States
Rolla
$558 nightly
The price is $619
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
5.0 star property
Montelena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,145 reviews)
"Great hotel for family with a side of luxury"
Canada
Amelie
$325 nightly
The price is $375
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

4. Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
4.0 star property
Heavenly Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4,121 reviews)
"This property always amazing to stay at."
United States
andrea
$204 nightly
The price is $237
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total with taxes and fees
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

5. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,505 reviews)
"It was so nice loved my stay"
United States
Wegdan
$245 nightly
The price is $290
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

6. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,747 reviews)
"Our stay was great. Enjoyed the stay."
United States
Karina
$156 nightly
The price is $169
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
Lakehouse Resort

7. Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,053 reviews)
"We loved our stay here perfect for families!"
United States
Katey
$244 nightly
The price is $276
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

8. Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn
4.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"very kind staff and nice view room and very delicious food ."
United States
Sangjik
$229 nightly
The price is $261
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Rancho Bernardo Inn

9. The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa

The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,249 reviews)
"Great place for family's."
United States
Rafael
$170 nightly
The price is $193
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa

10. Tenaya at Yosemite

Tenaya at Yosemite
4.0 star property
Fish Camp
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,516 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Michelle
$223 nightly
The price is $252
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Tenaya at Yosemite

11. Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
3.5 star property
Anaheim Resort
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (2,001 reviews)
"Great visit !"
United States
Lynda
$178 nightly
The price is $205
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

12. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Palm Desert
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,177 reviews)
"Stay was a great experience"
United States
Christina
$261 nightly
The price is $298
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

13. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,318 reviews)
"Great resort"
United States
Gary
$287 nightly
The price is $330
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort Hotel

14. Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Ynez
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,284 reviews)
"Perfect stay!"
United States
Jennifer
$130 nightly
The price is $151
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
Chumash Casino Resort

15. Silverado Resort

Silverado Resort
4.0 star property
Napa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,192 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Weda
$270 nightly
The price is $311
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Silverado Resort

16. Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South

Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South
4.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,232 reviews)
"Great location Nice hotel"
United States
Pablo
$184 nightly
The price is $215
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South

17. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,645 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Robert
$359 nightly
The price is $413
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

18. Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa
4.0 star property
Boyes Hot Springs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Location and pool, Fridays and Saturdays with a band outside was a great addition."
United States
Jamey
$412 nightly
The price is $470
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

19. Catamaran Resort and Spa

Catamaran Resort and Spa
4.0 star property
Mission Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,330 reviews)
"Not a luxury resort, excellent location, and good value."
Canada
E.Jordan
$335 nightly
The price is $385
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Catamaran Resort and Spa

20. Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn
5.0 star property
Ojai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great oasis for a few days away"
United States
Bobak
$825 nightly
The price is $951
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Total with taxes and fees
Ojai Valley Inn
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Price trends for hotels in California

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May
$310
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January
$300
February
$337
March
$361
April
$375
May
$413
June
$280
July
$321
August
$310
September
$313
October
$310
November
$275
December
$285
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Resorts in California. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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California Resorts information

Number of reviews
10,402
Accommodation
1317 Resorts
Lowest Price
$151
Highest Price
$951

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How much do resorts in California cost?
Resorts in California cost between $151 and $951 per night. Use our handy filter tool to search for "Hotel resort" under the "Property type" filter, then lock in a getaway that's easy on the budget. This price was available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
How many resorts are there in California?
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What is there to do in California near my resort?
The most important accessory for your California vacation is a good itinerary! L.A. Live, Microsoft Theater and The Broad are some of the well-known sights if you're off to Los Angeles. San Diego County also has loads of impressive attractions, such as San Diego Zoo. Want to add to your to-do list? Visit Coronado Beach and San Diego Civic Theatre too.

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