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Our top choices for California resorts

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
$254 nightly
The price is $301
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
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
$151 nightly
The price is $177
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
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
$254 nightly
The price is $292
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
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
$264 nightly
The price is $304
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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
$322 nightly
The price is $367
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
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
$864 nightly
The price is $989
Sep 30 - Oct 1
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.

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
$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.

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
$146 nightly
The price is $158
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
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
$342 nightly
The price is $395
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
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, (1,008 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
$199 nightly
The price is $228
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
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
$252 nightly
The price is $285
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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
$558 nightly
The price is $619
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
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
$281 nightly
The price is $327
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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
$272 nightly
The price is $315
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
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
$98 nightly
The price is $113
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
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
$107 nightly
The price is $125
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Total with taxes and fees
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
$236 nightly
The price is $271
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
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
$124 nightly
The price is $144
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
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, (3,404 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and grounds. Restaurants were very good."
United States
Thomas
$210 nightly
The price is $235
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
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
$332 nightly
The price is $383
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
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

Price trends for hotels in California

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November
May
$310
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Price
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.

Find out more about California

California Resorts information

Number of reviews
17,845
Accommodation
886 Resorts
Lowest Price
$113
Highest Price
$989

Frequently asked questions

How much do resorts in California cost?
Resorts in California cost between $113 and $989 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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