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Our top choices for Northern California hotels with a river view

A river with a rocky riverbank, a tree, and outdoor furniture with an umbrella.
A hotel with a pool, surrounded by a rocky riverbed and mountains.
A concrete pathway alongside a river with trees and rocks.
A hotel with a pool area, including two pools and lounge chairs.

1. Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite View Lodge
El Portal
United States
Qihang
$168 nightly
$190 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Yosemite View Lodge
A river with a sandy bank and trees in the background.
A hotel room with a large bathtub, a bed with a green bedspread, two chairs, a table, and two bedside lamps.
A large bear sculpture with a child, set against a building with a stone wall and a grassy area with rocks.
A beachside ceremony setup with rows of chairs and a floral arch.

2. Cedar Lodge

Cedar Lodge
El Portal
United States
Melody Rose
$127 nightly
$145 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Lodge
A bedroom with a bed, a TV, a fireplace, and a view of the outside.
A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

3. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Elizabeth
$91 nightly
$102 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Edgewater Beach Inn
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a landscaped driveway.
A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a long counter, and pendant lighting.
A hotel room with a sofa, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a balcony with a view of the mountains.

4. Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites

Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites
Oakhurst
United States
Marcos
$94 nightly
$105 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

5. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Nova
$85 nightly
$95 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Carousel Beach Inn
A corridor with stone walls, a small plant, and a door at the end.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a small garden.
A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A Miners Inn building with a signboard, entrance, and outdoor seating area.

6. Miners Inn

Miners Inn
Mariposa
United States
Dick
$83 nightly
$94 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Miners Inn
A two-story building with a sign reading "Welcome to the Light House Inn" and an "Office" sign below the entrance.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A laundry area with four white washers and dryers, a window with a view of greenery, and an attention sign on the wall.
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a framed painting of a beach scene, and decorative animal figures.

7. Lighthouse Inn

Lighthouse Inn
Crescent City
United States
Wilton
$80 nightly
$88 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Lighthouse Inn
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, chandeliers, and a high ceiling.
A dining table set with breakfast items, a fireplace, and wine bottles in the background.
A spacious room with a large bed, a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.
A cottage with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and raised flower beds.

8. Elm House Inn

Elm House Inn
Central Napa
United States
Nathaniel
$156 nightly
$178 total
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Elm House Inn
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a reception area with a counter and pendant lighting.
A small office with two desks, a computer, and a stone wall.
A spacious lobby with a stone floor, a stone fireplace, leather seating, and a coffee station.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

9. Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge
Truckee
United States
Doug
$97 nightly
$111 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Truckee Donner Lodge
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.
A building with a sign reading "OFFICE" and the number "2102" on the facade.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
Terrace/patio

10. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
Casanova Oak Knoll
United States
David
$77 nightly
$89 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Hotel
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Top Northern California Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Hyatt Regency San Francisco

8/10 Good
"The lift is perpetually down. If not it does not work normally. I have experienced it stopping on every floor as well as taking the cargo lift from the back door!"
Jenny 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hyatt Regency San Francisco

Frequently asked questions

How much do hotels with a river view in Northern California cost?
You can expect to pay between $88 and $190 per night for a hotel with river views in Northern California. No matter your budget, the perfect stay by the water is a click away on Expedia. These prices were 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 hotels with river views are there in Northern California?
Choose from 50 river view hotels in Northern California. Whether you just want to admire nature's pretty scenery or seek out new adventures, Expedia can help you find the perfect waterside stay.
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What is there to do in Northern California near my hotel with river views?
Whether you're here for food, shopping, history or sightseeing, Northern California is one place you'll never get bored! The major city of San Francisco boasts lots of attractions and experiences, including San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Exploratorium and Orpheum Theatre. If you're on your way to Sacramento, Sacramento Zoo, Memorial Auditorium and Crocker Art Museum shouldn't be missed.

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