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Kid & Family Friendly Resorts in California

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Top California Family Hotels

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Great for families

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
900 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
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This family-friendly Anaheim hotel is located in the business district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Anaheim Global Medical Center, Downtown Disney® District, and Disneyland®. ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (5,849 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, game room, laundry
Travelers say...

"Storytime with Princess Corinne! This was such a hit for our first night at this beautiful hotel. Our daughter enjoyed every minute. The restaurant was convenient but service was slightly slow at times. If we ever get back to Disneyland, we'll definitely book a longer stay, here."…"

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2020

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Great for families

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

2.5 out of 5
1380 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
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This family-friendly Anaheim hotel is located near the airport, within 1 mi (2 km) of Anaheim Global Medical Center, Anaheim Convention Center, and Anaheim GardenWalk. ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (1,645 reviews)
Families like: kids pool, free waterpark access, playground, game room
Great addition to a Disney Vacation!

"Fantastic experience. The water playground was a very fun addition to our Disney trip. Just a short walk to the park. Wonderful staff and management. Highly recommend it."…"

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2020

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center
Great for families

Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
1800 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
The price is $103 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Located in Anaheim Resort, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Anaheim GardenWalk and Anaheim Convention Center. Downtown Disney® District and Disney California ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (1,733 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family, laundry
Travelers say...

"Large room and very clean and friendly staff. Great location."…"

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2021

Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center
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Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Great for families

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
41-000 Bob Hope Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA
The price is $219 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Set in Rancho Mirage, this family-friendly resort is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from McCallum Theatre.…

4.3/5Excellent! (1,123 reviews)
Families like: kids pool, waterslide, kids club, babysitting
Travelers say...

"Great place for the family. Will come back again for sure."…"

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2021

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
The Garland
Great for families

The Garland

4 out of 5
4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA
The price is $206 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28

Situated near the airport, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Universal Studios Hollywood, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, and Universal CityWalk. Warner ...…

4.5/5Wonderful! (2,180 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, laundry
Travelers say...

"Outstanding customer Service! Room was exactly what the photos showed. Heated pool and lovely staff!"…"

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2020

The Garland
Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Great for families

Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4130 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, CA
The price is $97 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29

Situated in the mountains, this resort is steps from Heavenly Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village. Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe and Casino at Harveys ...…

3.9/5Good! (3,291 reviews)
Families like: indoor pool, close to beach, skiing nearby, bicycle rentals nearby
Travelers say...

"Really cool hotel right next to the base of Heavenly Ski Resort. I went on a very slow Thursday night and the place was close to empty. The massive openness, the attention to detail, the cleanliness, and the very friendly staff all combined to form an outstanding experience. I would happily stay ..."…"

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2021

Lake Tahoe Resort Hotel
Stanford Inn & Suites Anaheim
Great for families

Stanford Inn & Suites Anaheim

2.5 out of 5
2171 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
The price is $79 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Located in Anaheim Resort, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Anaheim Convention Center and Anaheim GardenWalk. Downtown Disney® District and American Sports ...…

4.2/5Very Good! (1,126 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, extra beds/cribs, laundry
Travelers say...

"The place was clean. Staff friendly. It was great that the place was a suite with two bathrooms and made it convenient for our family."…"

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2021

Stanford Inn & Suites Anaheim
SunCoast Park Hotel Anaheim, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great for families

SunCoast Park Hotel Anaheim, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
1640 S Clementine St, Anaheim, CA
The price is $89 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Located in Anaheim Resort, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Anaheim GardenWalk and American Sports Center. Anaheim Convention Center and Downtown Disney® ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (2,114 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, extra beds/cribs, laundry
Travelers say...

"Honestly one of the best hotels at an affordable rate will definitely return"…"

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2021

SunCoast Park Hotel Anaheim, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Residence Inn by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Cntr
Great for families

Residence Inn by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Cntr

3.5 out of 5
640 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA
The price is $135 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2

Located in Anaheim Resort, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Anaheim GardenWalk and Anaheim Convention Center. Downtown Disney® District and Disney California ...…

4.6/5Wonderful! (996 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, kitchen, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family
Travelers say...

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Reviewed on Feb 27, 2021

Residence Inn by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Cntr
Radisson Suites Buena Park
Great for families

Radisson Suites Buena Park

3 out of 5
7762 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA
The price is $93 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15

This family-friendly Buena Park hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 15-minute walk of Medieval Times and Knott's Berry Farm. Disneyland® ...…

2.8/5 (2,959 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, close to beach, extra beds/cribs, laundry
Travelers say...

"Good service good ppl and the rooms were clean , very affordable"…"

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021

Radisson Suites Buena Park
Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South
Great for families

Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South

3.5 out of 5
11767 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
The price is $104 per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15

Located in Anaheim Resort, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Downtown Disney® District, Disney California Adventure® Park, and Disneyland®. Angel Stadium of ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (1,224 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, kitchen, extra beds/cribs, free breakfast for the whole family
Travelers say...

"I loved that the suite was big and really clean. We would be back soon. I recommend it!"…"

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2021

Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South
Bahia Resort Hotel
Great for families

Bahia Resort Hotel

3.5 out of 5
998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is $199 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Nestled on the beach, this Central Mission Beach resort is within a 10-minute walk of Mission Bay, Belmont Park, and Mission Beach. SeaWorld and Mission Beach ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (2,222 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, game room, on the beach, outdoor tennis courts
Travelers say...

"G=at pool. Large comfortable room. Clean. Nice grounds"…"

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2021

Bahia Resort Hotel
Anaheim Portofino Inn and Suites
Great for families

Anaheim Portofino Inn and Suites

3 out of 5
1831 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA
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This family-friendly Anaheim hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Anaheim GardenWalk and Anaheim Convention Center. Downtown Disney® ...…

3.8/5Good! (1,795 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, game room, extra beds/cribs, laundry
Travelers say...

"The furniture was a little outdated (old looking) but the kids enjoyed the bunk bed and sliding doors."…"

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2021

Anaheim Portofino Inn and Suites
Grand Pacific Palisades
Great for families

Grand Pacific Palisades

3.5 out of 5
5805 Armada Drive, Carlsbad, CA
The price is $174 per night from Apr 4 to Apr 5

This family-friendly Carlsbad hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Sealife Aquarium and Legoland California. Flower Fields of Carlsbad ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (989 reviews)
Families like: kids pool, close to beach, bicycle rentals nearby, extra beds/cribs
Travelers say...

"Place is perfect, near the freeway and restaurant and LEGO land."…"

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2021

Grand Pacific Palisades
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Great for families

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4 out of 5
250 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA
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Located in North Beach, this boutique hotel is within a 5-minute walk of USS Pampanito and Pier 39. Ghirardelli Square and Lombard Street are also within 15 ...…

4/5Very Good! (2,571 reviews)
Families like: game room, bicycle rentals, extra beds/cribs, laundry
Anniversary trip

"Ronald welcomed us to the hotel. He was very kind and helpful. He went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. Exceptional service. Games near the lobby were fun. Cool chairs to sit in if you enjoy reading. Our room had a magnetic dartboard! Bayview room highly recommended."…"

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2020

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Great for families

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel

3 out of 5
850 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA
The price is $89 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12

This family-friendly Carlsbad hotel is located near the airport, within a 10-minute walk of Flower Fields of Carlsbad and Carlsbad Premium Outlets. Legoland ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (1,330 reviews)
Families like: kids pool, close to beach, bicycle rentals nearby, laundry
Travelers say...

"The place is quiet even being across the outlets mall. No microwave though.😏 And no elevator to get to the 2nd floor. If a person’s handicap & would like to have a balcony, you’re out of luck. Love the wooden floors. The guest attendant didn’t mention the Windmill Food Hall or places to visit."…"

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2021

Carlsbad By The Sea Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance
Great for families

Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance

3.5 out of 5
1420 South Harbor Boulevard, Anaheim, CA
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This family-friendly Anaheim hotel is located in the entertainment district, within 2 mi (3 km) of Anaheim Convention Center, Downtown Disney® District, and ...…

4.8/5Exceptional! (999 reviews)
Families like: kids pool, free waterpark access, playground, extra beds/cribs
Travelers say...

"7 minute walk to Disneyland. Very helpful staff, parking not too expensive."…"

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2020

Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Theme Park Entrance
The Dana on Mission Bay
Great for families

The Dana on Mission Bay

3.5 out of 5
1710 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
The price is $139 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Located in the heart of San Diego, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Mission Bay, Belmont Park, and SeaWorld. Mission Beach and Dog Beach are also within 2 ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (2,156 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, close to beach, laundry
Travelers say...

"It’s very nice, the bar/lounge was closed which kinda sucked; only opened in Friday’s due to COVID. But other than that, it was a very nice place. Quiet and relaxing."…"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2021

The Dana on Mission Bay
Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Great for families

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

3 out of 5
1700 S Clementine St, Anaheim, CA
The price is $137 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6

This family-friendly Anaheim aparthotel is located in the entertainment district, within 2 mi (3 km) of Disney California Adventure® Park and Disneyland®. Angel ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (2,366 reviews)
Families like: kids pool, kitchen, playground, game room
Travelers say...

"We went on a simple, one-night stay. The room is furnished in a cute way with nice colors and lots of lighting whether it’s natural or turned on. We didn’t use the pool but you can reserve an available time so you still have some privacy while using it! The room has pretty much everything you need ..."…"

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2021

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim
Catamaran Resort and Spa
Great for families

Catamaran Resort and Spa

4 out of 5
3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, CA
The price is $179 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9

Located in Mission Beach, this beachfront resort is on the boardwalk and within 2 mi (3 km) of Pacific Beach Park and Belmont Park. SeaWorld and Mission Bay ...…

4.2/5Very Good! (1,740 reviews)
Families like: outdoor pool, on the beach, bicycle rentals, laundry
Travelers say...

"Have to pay for parking on top of resort fee. I feel that should be included with the resort fee."…"

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2021

Catamaran Resort and Spa
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Top Cities in California

    Los Angeles which includes a sunset, a city and landscape views
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    Mar 12 - Mar 13
    from $87
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    San Francisco which includes a bay or harbor and a bridge
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    San Francisco
    Mar 20 - Mar 21
    from $58
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    San Diego
    Mar 7 - Mar 8
    from $72
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    Santa Barbara showing theater scenes, night scenes and signage
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    Santa Barbara
    Mar 7 - Mar 8
    from $74
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    Sacramento featuring heritage architecture and an administrative buidling
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    Sacramento
    Apr 4 - Apr 5
    from $74
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    Palm Springs showing a sunset
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    Mar 7 - Mar 8
    from $55
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    San Luis Obispo
    Mar 11 - Mar 12
    from $70
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    Lake Tahoe
    Apr 1 - Apr 2
    from $54
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    Monterey featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and landscape views
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    Mar 7 - Mar 8
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