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Our top choices for California resorts

An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean and beach.

1. Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,890 reviews)
"Great Stay!"
United States
Adarsh
$245 nightly
The price is $282
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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, (4,394 reviews)
"Overall a great family friendly place to stay"
United States
Vishal
$153 nightly
The price is $179
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
A resort with multiple white buildings, a swimming pool, and a golf course.

3. Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn
5.0 star property
Ojai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful location, very comfortable room (best night sleeps), pools, the course and trails early mornings!"
United States
Mary
$748 nightly
The price is $862
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Ojai Valley Inn
A resort with a large pool, palm trees, and a view of mountains.

4. JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Palm Desert
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,232 reviews)
"Amazing place"
United States
Rafael
$322 nightly
The price is $367
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

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, (3,673 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay, excellent location, nice rooms, clean… great staff"
United States
Christian
$229 nightly
The price is $271
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A restaurant with multiple dining tables, chairs, and hanging light fixtures.

6. Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Ynez
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,359 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Richard
$97 nightly
The price is $114
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Chumash Casino Resort
A water park with multiple slides and pools.

7. Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
5.0 star property
Montelena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,176 reviews)
"Clean room, awesome for families"
United States
Fernando
$347 nightly
The price is $401
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
An aerial view of a resort with a large pool, water slides, and sun loungers.

8. 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, (1,293 reviews)
"My family loved the hotel. Friendly staff great for adults and kids"
United States
Rosa
$234 nightly
The price is $265
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
A well-lit courtyard with palm trees, a fountain, and a building with a tower.

9. 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, (3,415 reviews)
"Great place to stay if you are visiting Death Valley"
United States
shantanu
$214 nightly
The price is $240
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park
A resort with a swimming pool, beach access, and ocean views.

10. 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
$763 nightly
The price is $873
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
An aerial view of a lodge surrounded by dense forest, with multiple buildings and a parking area.

11. Tenaya at Yosemite

Tenaya at Yosemite
4.0 star property
Fish Camp
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,694 reviews)
"Great place to stay while adventuring in Yosemite"
United States
Jon-Paul
$275 nightly
The price is $312
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Tenaya at Yosemite
An outdoor seating area with chairs and a fire feature, overlooking a body of water and a distant mountain range.

12. Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,870 reviews)
"Great relaxing getaway !"
United States
Tracy
$157 nightly
The price is $169
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Lakehouse Resort
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, (1,198 reviews)
"Lovely view of the beach and the staff is top notch!!!"
United States
William
$281 nightly
The price is $327
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
The Waterfront Beach Resort, A Hilton Hotel
A dining area with a view of palm trees and the ocean, furnished with round tables and chairs.

14. 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
$558 nightly
The price is $619
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton
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, (4,010 reviews)
"Great comfortable stay"
United States
erick
$98 nightly
The price is $113
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

16. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,418 reviews)
"Very relaxing and peaceful at this hotel."
United States
melissa
$206 nightly
The price is $237
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating area, and palm trees.

17. 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 weekend getaway! Near enough to downtown Palm Springs for the nightlife and shopping, but felt like a hidden desert oasis with great vibes."
United States
Ashley
$128 nightly
The price is $150
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Saguaro Palm Springs
A courtyard with a fire feature, outdoor seating, and a variety of flowers.

18. Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,126 reviews)
"Great place to stay with kids."
United States
Kimberly
$252 nightly
The price is $285
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
A courtyard with a stone pathway leading to two wooden cabins with tiled roofs.

19. Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn
4.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were super friendly and the room was very clean and well-maintained. The location and amenities were all great, making my stay extremely comfortable. I would definitely love to stay here again—highly recommended!"
United States
Yoojung
$286 nightly
The price is $325
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Rancho Bernardo Inn
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.

20. 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
$272 nightly
The price is $315
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
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Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great business center!"
wendy 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Los Angeles Airport

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
24,255
Accommodation
886 Resorts
Lowest Price
$113
Highest Price
$873

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How much do resorts in California cost?
Resorts in California cost between $113 and $873 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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