Historic Hotels in California
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The Queen Mary
1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA
Located in Harbor, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of RMS Queen Mary and Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Aquarium of the Pacific and Pike at Rainbow Harbor ...
3.7/5Good! (2,525 reviews)
till Closed
"The ship is closed and we will have to wait till it reopens."
Reviewed on Aug 21, 2020
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Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel Old Town
4041 Harney St, San Diego, CA
Located in Old Town San Diego, this hotel is steps from Old Town Trolley Tours and Old Town San Diego State Park. Hotel Circle and Mission Bay are also within ...
4.2/5Excellent! (1,304 reviews)
"Very nice and located in the best area"
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2021
Hotel Whitcomb
1231 Market St, San Francisco, CA
Located in Downtown San Francisco, this historic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Orpheum Theater, Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, and Asian Art Museum of San ...
3.5/5Good! (1,743 reviews)
"The hotel is a bit old. It's great if you're looking to stay in a property with a historical aspect. Check-in was troubling. I don't recall on the Hotel's description here on Expedia or on their own website that the deposit was $400 up front. I stayed for 6 days so that should have been around $170. ..."
Reviewed on May 2, 2020
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The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
3649 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, CA
This family-friendly Riverside hotel is located in the historical district, just steps from Riverside Metropolitan Museum and California Museum of Photography. ...
4.4/5Wonderful! (1,373 reviews)
"Beautiful property!"
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2021
Historic Santa Maria Inn
801 S Broadway, Santa Maria, CA
Located in the heart of Santa Maria, this romantic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Maria Valley Historical Society and Santa Maria Valley Discovery ...
4/5Very Good! (988 reviews)
"Clean and pleasant."
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021
Millennium Biltmore Los Angeles
506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Located in Downtown Los Angeles, this historic hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Bloc, Microsoft Theater, and L.A. Live. Pershing Square and Good Samaritan ...
3.7/5Good! (2,609 reviews)
"I liked that everywhere I needed to go wasn’t a far Uber/Lyft ride. I liked that the hotel has a gym. I didn’t use it, but my fiancé did. From what I noticed about the gym, some items can be updated, like the smith machine. Other than that, our stay was wonderful."
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2021
The Horton Grand Hotel
311 Island Ave, San Diego, CA
Located in Gaslamp Quarter, this historic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Petco Park and San Diego Convention Center. Seaport Village and San Diego Bay are ...
4.3/5Excellent! (1,524 reviews)
"Historical setting."
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2021
Vagabond Inn Executive Old Town
909 3rd St, Sacramento, CA
Located in Downtown Sacramento, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Golden 1 Center and Tower Bridge. California State Capitol and Sacramento Convention ...
3.9/5Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great location but average room
"The highlight of this place for us was the location - a very easy 5 minute walk to old town, and also Macy’s in the other direction. The room size is fine and as expected. There was a fridge and microwave which was a bonus we were not expecting. The air con worked well. Shower temperature and pressure ..."
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2020
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Historic Cary House Hotel
300 Main Street, Placerville, CA
Located in the heart of Placerville, this hotel is steps from Historic Main Street Placerville, Placerville City Hall, and Bell Tower. Fountain and Tallman Soda ...
4.1/5Very Good! (980 reviews)
"I loved it thinking about going back sometime soon"
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2021
Delta King Hotel
1000 Front St, Sacramento, CA
Located in Old Sacramento, this hotel is steps from Sacramento History Museum and California State Railroad Museum. Tower Bridge and Downtown Commons are also ...
4.3/5Excellent! (964 reviews)
"The Delta King is a historic property which makes it an interesting place to stay. It is located in Old Sacramento so there are tons of shopping and dining options. The property is in need of upgrades and the staff could be more friendlier/knowledgeable about the boat's history."
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2021
Ramada by Wyndham Gaslamp Convention Center
830 6th Ave, San Diego, CA
Located in Gaslamp Quarter, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Petco Park, San Diego City College, and Balboa Park. San Diego Convention Center and Navy ...
3.6/5Good! (995 reviews)
"Vintage property. Even the elevator was pretty cool."
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2021
The Sofia Hotel
150 W Broadway, San Diego, CA
Located in Downtown San Diego, this spa hotel is within a 15-minute walk of USS Midway Museum and San Diego Convention Center. Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo ...
4.1/5Very Good! (2,227 reviews)
"The special touch theu put in with the word love in balloons for our honeymoon"
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2021
The Hollywood Roosevelt
7000 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
This family-friendly Los Angeles hotel is located in the entertainment district, steps from TCL Chinese Theatre, Dolby Theater, and Hollywood and Highland Center. ...
4.2/5Excellent! (1,052 reviews)
"Had my birthday celebration here and all my guests flew in, did a walk-through of the property a few weeks prior and the staff was so helpful. Roger in security took the time to explain rooms, ambiance, and overall hotel protocol and Naomi gave us an impromptu tour of a few rooms. On arrival champagne, ..."
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2021
San Simeon Lodge
9520 Castillo Drive, San Simeon, CA
Situated by the sea, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Cambria State Marine Park and San Simeon State Park. San Simeon Nature Preserve and William Randolph ...
3.8/5Good! (950 reviews)
"Propertypl"
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2021
Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
4200 Taylor St, San Diego, CA
Located in Old Town San Diego, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Old Town San Diego State Park and Heritage Park. University of San Diego and SeaWorld ...
4.2/5Excellent! (1,044 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel for families with children like us. The location is convenient going old town and sea world. The parking fee is a bit expensive, but it was a lovely stay totally."
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2021
Comfort Inn San Diego Old Town
2380 Moore Street, San Diego, CA
Located in Old Town San Diego, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Old Town San Diego State Park and Old Town Trolley Tours. Presidio Park and Hotel Circle ...
4/5Very Good! (999 reviews)
Last minute trip
"Last minute booking and they were able to accommodate. Overall good"
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2020
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Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel
900 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
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! (4,851 reviews)
"Enjoyed staying here and would stay here again."
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2021
Courtyard by Marriott Old Town
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA
Located in Old Town San Diego, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Old Town San Diego State Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from SeaWorld. Old Town Trolley Tours and Hotel ...
4.3/5Excellent! (970 reviews)
"Close to Old Town. Easy walk. 5 minute walk to train station."
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2021
Eureka Inn, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
518 7th St, Eureka, CA
Located in the heart of Eureka, this historic hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Carson Mansion and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sequoia Park Garden and Sequoia Park Zoo. ...
3.7/5Good! (945 reviews)
"Historic building that is very well maintained. Beautiful decor and very original to the period. Great staff, very helpful and accommodating."
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2021
Old Town Western Inn & Suites
3889 Arista St, San Diego, CA
Located in Old Town San Diego, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Old Town San Diego State Park, Old Town Trolley Tours, and Heritage Park. Balboa Park ...
3.5/5Good! (984 reviews)
"Overall, Pleasant stay."
Reviewed on Sep 7, 2021
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