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1. Trails Motel

Trails Motel
2.0 star property
Lone Pine
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,049 reviews)
"Decent budget stays with all you need for Whitney hike."
United States
David
$95 nightly
The price is $106
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Trails Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a microwave.

2. Rodeo Lodge

Rodeo Lodge
2.0 star property
Clovis
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for an affordable trip to Fresno. Great central location. Friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Nancy
$71 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Rodeo Lodge
A wooden cabin with two doors, a window with shutters, and a flower planter on the porch.

3. Virginia Creek Settlement

Virginia Creek Settlement
2.5 star property
Bridgeport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great restaurant the food was incredible"
United States
michele
$75 nightly
The price is $86
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Virginia Creek Settlement
A patio with a fire pit and chairs overlooking a coastal landscape with mountains and a body of water.

4. Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,898 reviews)
"Overall a great stay"
United States
Margarito
$120 nightly
The price is $138
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Spyglass Inn
A patio with a round table and two chairs, a potted plant, and a view of a beach and houses in the background.

5. Sea Breeze Inn

Sea Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
San Simeon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay passing through the west coast."
United States
Brandon
$67 nightly
The price is $75
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Sea Breeze Inn
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a coffee maker, and a window with a view of the beach and ocean.

6. Coast Riders Inn

Coast Riders Inn
3.0 star property
San Simeon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Super friendly front desk and great location."
United States
Jonathan
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Coast Riders Inn
Two red Adirondack chairs facing a view of the ocean with a grassy area and a tree in the foreground.

7. Castle Inn

Castle Inn
3.0 star property
Cambria
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,222 reviews)
"This was our second stay here and we will be back!"
United States
Jenna
$153 nightly
The price is $172
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Castle Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a chair.

8. Summerfield Inn Fresno Yosemite

Summerfield Inn Fresno Yosemite
2.0 star property
North Fresno
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"It was good for one night stay"
United States
Tami
$92 nightly
The price is $105
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Summerfield Inn Fresno Yosemite
A parking lot with a sign for America Inn & Suites.

9. America Inn & Suites

America Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Ridgecrest
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (516 reviews)
"Nice clean place to stay in good location. Excellent staff."
United States
Michael
$61 nightly
The price is $70
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
America Inn & Suites
A modern living room with yellow sofas, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a view of the beach and palm trees.

10. San Simeon Lodge

San Simeon Lodge
2.5 star property
San Simeon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff nice , room clean and quiet, offering really reasonable price."
Canada
Changhong
$79 nightly
The price is $89
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
San Simeon Lodge
A garden area with a building in the background, a palm tree, and a bush with pink flowers.

11. Americas Best Value Inn Porterville

Americas Best Value Inn Porterville
2.0 star property
Porterville
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great room especially for the price. Very quiet too. Would stay here again if needed"
United States
Susana
$67 nightly
The price is $73
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Americas Best Value Inn Porterville
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with blinds.

12. Creekside Inn

Creekside Inn
2.0 star property
Cambria
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"The beds were extremely comfortable."
United States
Susan
$98 nightly
The price is $110
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Creekside Inn
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and indoor seating area.

13. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,093 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
$53 nightly
The price is $61
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Hotel
A spacious room with large windows, leather chairs, a glass table, and a travel information stand.

14. Silver Surf Motel

Silver Surf Motel
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,619 reviews)
"We had a great stay for the price. Would book again."
United States
Jackie
$60 nightly
The price is $68
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Silver Surf Motel
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

15. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,896 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
$65 nightly
The price is $75
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stargazer Hotel
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a ceiling fan.

16. Mariposa Lodge

Mariposa Lodge
3.0 star property
Mariposa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Karla
$96 nightly
The price is $109
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Mariposa Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

17. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,900 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
$68 nightly
The price is $78
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
A coastal landscape with a beach, waves, and vegetation.

18. Sands by The Sea

Sands by The Sea
2.0 star property
San Simeon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly staff, cookies and coffee in the lobby. Clean rooms, easy access to the Highway and surrounding areas. Close to Hearst Castle and beaches."
United States
Elizabeth
$82 nightly
The price is $92
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Sands by The Sea
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and string lights.

19. The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages

The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
3.0 star property
Pismo Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (335 reviews)
"Great property and clean rooms with an amazing view."
United States
Eric
$116 nightly
The price is $133
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Tides Oceanview Inn and Cottages
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

20. Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District

Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
2.0 star property
Downtown Morro Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff super comfortable and clean rooms"
United States
Roberta
$72 nightly
The price is $83
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Blufftop Inn & Suites - Wharf/Restaurant District
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Central California Motels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
234 Motels
Lowest Price
$61
Highest Price
$172

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in Central California?
You can find a great deal from $61 on Central 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 Central 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 Central 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.

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