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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by tall trees and ferns.

1. Emerald Forest Cabins

Emerald Forest Cabins
3.0 star property
Trinidad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (969 reviews)
"The cabin was better than expected and the setting among the giant trees was beautiful."
United States
Keir
$159 nightly
The price is $182
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Emerald Forest Cabins
A beachside seating area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a view of the sea and boats.

2. Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge

Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
2.5 star property
Kings Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (452 reviews)
"Clean rooms and very close to the lake"
United States
Angelica
$141 nightly
The price is $158
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

3. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
$151 nightly
The price is $162
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, two mirrors, a potted plant, and a bench.

4. Mendo Bungalow

Mendo Bungalow
3.0 star property
Mendocino
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Property was really nice and comfortable. Very quiet and quaint."
United States
Byron
$178 nightly
The price is $197
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Mendo Bungalow
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky outcrops, and mountains in the background.

5. Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove

Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove
4.0 star property
Shelter Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (664 reviews)
"We feel like we found a hidden gem! Our stay was perfect and we are regretting not staying another night. Thanks so much for the perfect stay!"
United States
Keely
$139 nightly
The price is $159
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Oceanfront Inn at Shelter Cove
A sauna with wooden walls and benches.

6. Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley

Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
3.0 star property
The Village At Palisades Tahoe
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (664 reviews)
"Love this lodge, especially midweek off season!"
United States
Rebecca
$147 nightly
The price is $165
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley
An outdoor dining area with a central fountain, surrounded by trees and illuminated by chandeliers.

7. The Napa Residences

The Napa Residences
4.5 star property
Napa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (43 reviews)
"Nice, great location."
United States
Juan
$444 nightly
The price is $511
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Napa Residences
In-room dining

8. Sierra Meadows

Sierra Meadows
3.0 star property
Ahwahnee
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,016 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Kaitlin
$81 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Sierra Meadows
A row of colorful, single-story houses with numbered windows, white picket fences, and well-maintained lawns.

9. RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort

RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
3.0 star property
Stonehouse
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,535 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Waldemar.
$119 nightly
The price is $137
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort
A room with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, and a blue wall with a mirror.

10. Miners Camp

Miners Camp
3.0 star property
Foresthill
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"Good stay to access the location."
United States
Dana
$179 nightly
The price is $193
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Miners Camp
A tent with a wooden deck, two chairs, and a table.

11. Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages

Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages
1.0 star property
El Portal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,083 reviews)
"Great staff, easy check in!"
United States
Joel
$155 nightly
The price is $176
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Indian Flat RV Park - Tent Cabins & Cottages
A view from a window overlooking a lake with a dock and greenery.

12. Clear Lake Cottages & Marina

Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
2.5 star property
Clearlake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (384 reviews)
"Clean, cozy and cute."
United States
Julian
$143 nightly
The price is $160
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Clear Lake Cottages & Marina
A stone fireplace with a fire, surrounded by wooden furniture and a red carpeted floor.

13. Heidelberg Inn

Heidelberg Inn
2.5 star property
June Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (649 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay.rooms were clean and spacious.staff was extremely great and informational"
United States
michael
$185 nightly
The price is $213
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Heidelberg Inn
A lakeside view with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by trees and hills.

14. Lakeshore Resort

Lakeshore Resort
3.0 star property
Lakehead-Lakeshore
6.4 out of 10, (17 reviews)
"It was relieving being able to get into our cabin after office hours! Especially with our work schedule. The bar was amazing! The bartender and manager were great people. The cabin was great as well. Definitely coming back!!"
United States
Dominick
$77 nightly
The price is $84
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Lakeshore Resort
A covered porch with two wicker chairs and a small table, featuring a basket on the table.

15. China Creek Cottages

China Creek Cottages
3.0 star property
Willow Creek
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. We were extra pleased with the quality of linens and decor. The kind of place where you want to linger."
United States
Kody
$109 nightly
The price is $124
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
China Creek Cottages
A person sitting by a waterfall with hiking boots and a water bottle.

16. Fireside Lodge

Fireside Lodge
3.0 star property
South Lake Tahoe
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (164 reviews)
"Everything about it was nice."
United States
Dana
$179 nightly
The price is $205
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Fireside Lodge
A mountain lodge with a steep roof, surrounded by autumn foliage and a rocky mountain backdrop.

17. Olympic Village Inn

Olympic Village Inn
3.0 star property
Olympic Valley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (549 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay here. It was a charming hotel, the staff was very friendly and helpful. Our deluxe one bedroom with the kitchen worked perfectly for us. We would recommend this hotel as a lovely place to stay in Lake Tahoe."
United States
YaelandAri
$146 nightly
The price is $159
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Olympic Village Inn
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a sloped roof, and a forested backdrop.

18. Waybound Yosemite

Waybound Yosemite
3.0 star property
Fish Camp
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Great location and the food was incredible!"
United States
Crista
$350 nightly
The price is $407
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Waybound Yosemite
A rustic wooden house with a porch, wooden steps, and a sign that reads "QUILT".

19. Rendezvous Mendocino

Rendezvous Mendocino
3.0 star property
Gualala
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Privacy, amazing breakfast, attentive staff, EV charging available"
United States
Tracey
$224 nightly
The price is $249
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Rendezvous Mendocino
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

20. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (527 reviews)
"Peaceful and wonderful stay. I have no idea about this place and I am so happy that we came here for my daughter’s birthday. She loved it and it is only 20 minutes from Santa Cruz. Definitely recommend."
United States
Shireen
$105 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Fern River Resort
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Hilton San Francisco Financial District

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