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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.

1. The Foothills Motel

The Foothills Motel
2.5 star property
North Auburn
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"We had a pleasant stay. The bowling alley and restaurant/bar next door was a lot of fun."
United States
Michael
$104 nightly
The price is $112
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
The Foothills Motel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

2. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,895 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
$75 nightly
The price is $87
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of a coastal landscape and buildings.

3. Harbor Lite Lodge

Harbor Lite Lodge
2.5 star property
Fort Bragg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,439 reviews)
"Is a great place to stay"
United States
Donna
$95 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Harbor Lite Lodge
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

4. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,097 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
$74 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Hotel
A living room with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a small plant.

5. Inn at Mount Shasta

Inn at Mount Shasta
2.0 star property
Mount Shasta
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and updated hotel. Staff was friendly and we enjoyed our stay."
United States
Margo
$117 nightly
The price is $133
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Inn at Mount Shasta
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

6. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,891 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
$65 nightly
The price is $75
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stargazer Hotel
Reception

7. The Angler Lodge

The Angler Lodge
2.5 star property
Dunsmuir
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (424 reviews)
"Extremely clean, comfy beds, easy online check in, and room was larger than most. Definitely will stay again!"
United States
fawn
$91 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Angler Lodge
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

8. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay, property nice and clean, staff friendly. Had a nice pool area and outside seating."
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
$84 nightly
The price is $97
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Bay Lodge
A wooden cabin with two doors, a window with shutters, and a flower planter on the porch.

9. 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 stone house with a porch and a green awning, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

10. Strawberry Valley Inn

Strawberry Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Mount Shasta
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet, peaceful place with great waffles for breakfast"
United States
Julia
$128 nightly
The price is $146
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Strawberry Valley Inn
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

11. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,235 reviews)
"very pleasant stay at an older motel."
United States
Sheryl
$65 nightly
The price is $75
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Castle Inn
A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

12. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Villa Del Monte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,038 reviews)
"Large rooms, clean and quiet, and pet friendly."
United States
Jesus
$73 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Lone Oak Lodge
A two-story building with a covered porch, columns, and a flower bed with pink flowers.

13. Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here, nice part of town, and convenient to get around to Cannery Row plus the beach. Very nice hotel, staffing, and amenities."
United States
Caylee
$62 nightly
The price is $72
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Arbor Inn Monterey
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,253 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, big parking lot"
Canada
Changhong
$75 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

15. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and quiet, and we had an adjoining room to our sons which was very convenient. Would stay again!"
United States
Jonathan
$79 nightly
The price is $90
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

16. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
$75 nightly
The price is $86
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Padre Oaks
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a fireplace, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the location & property. Clean, modern, new furnishings. The mgr Arjun was AMAZING! I left something in our room at checkout & he helped in returning it to me. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Linda
$79 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

18. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yasmeen
$82 nightly
The price is $95
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stage Coach Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a microwave.

19. Rodeo Lodge

Rodeo Lodge
2.0 star property
Clovis
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 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 building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

20. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
$109 nightly
The price is $125
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Mission Inn
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
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Lowest Price
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Is it better to stay in a Northern 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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