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Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
4.0 star property
Heavenly Village
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4,002 reviews)
"Great location and great place to stay!"
United States
Bradley
$209 nightly
The price is $243
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
5 outdoor pools, a heated pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,723 reviews)
"Best place to stay, would go back again"
United States
Linda
$314 nightly
The price is $361
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,386 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and perfect location!"
United States
Piero
$281 nightly
The price is $332
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn
5.0 star property
Ojai
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Very beautiful peaceful estate! Super friendly staff."
United States
KATHY
$837 nightly
The price is $964
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total with taxes and fees
Ojai Valley Inn
9 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas

Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
5.0 star property
Montelena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,136 reviews)
"Great resort, perfect for family outings."
United States
Oscar
$325 nightly
The price is $375
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
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Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,675 reviews)
"Nice & comfortable hotel."
United States
Anne
$258 nightly
The price is $299
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Rancho Mirage
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,967 reviews)
"It was a great place to stay. The property is beautiful, the staff are kind, and the pools are fantastic. Bed was comfy and room was clean."
United States
Kimberly
$244 nightly
The price is $276
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Total with taxes and fees
Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,235 reviews)
"Beachfront rooms were great."
United States
Jon
$279 nightly
The price is $321
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Bahia Resort Hotel
Beach nearby

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,614 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay!"
United States
Andrea
$368 nightly
The price is $424
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

San Diego Mission Bay Resort

San Diego Mission Bay Resort
4.0 star property
Mission Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,519 reviews)
"We have stayed here before, good location, clean rooms, great staff."
United States
Lance
$355 nightly
The price is $408
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
San Diego Mission Bay Resort
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Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Ynez
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,247 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
Gevork
$120 nightly
The price is $139
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Chumash Casino Resort
Couples treatment rooms, steam room, body treatments, aromatherapy

Rancho Bernardo Inn

Rancho Bernardo Inn
4.0 star property
Rancho Bernardo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Staff were excellent, friendly. Room was clean and spacious. A great place to stay in San Diego! Will come again!"
United States
Maichen Theresa
$250 nightly
The price is $285
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Rancho Bernardo Inn
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Tenaya at Yosemite

Tenaya at Yosemite
4.0 star property
Fish Camp
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,411 reviews)
"The staff is excellent,The place and the rooms are clean, it is an excellent place for children."
United States
Emerson
$320 nightly
The price is $363
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Tenaya at Yosemite
Terrace/patio

Lakehouse Resort

Lakehouse Resort
4.0 star property
Lake San Marcos
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,688 reviews)
"Great place!"
United States
Peter
$155 nightly
The price is $168
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Lakehouse Resort
8 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad

Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
4.0 star property
La Costa
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,020 reviews)
"Great family friendly resort, great amenities and excellent service."
United States
Amy
$313 nightly
The price is $351
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Omni La Costa Resort & Spa Carlsbad
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
5.0 star property
Ellwood
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Rebecca
$746 nightly
The price is $854
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
4.5 star property
Palm Desert
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,158 reviews)
"The best hotel for rest."
United States
Vahram
$293 nightly
The price is $334
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa
Water park

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA

Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
3.5 star property
Anaheim Resort
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,941 reviews)
"Great family vacation"
United States
Socorro
$159 nightly
The price is $184
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Great Wolf Lodge Anaheim, CA
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Indian Wells Resort Hotel

Indian Wells Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Montelena
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (3,901 reviews)
"I love to stay in this hotel, this is the 2nd time I book here"
United States
Lisbeth
$89 nightly
The price is $103
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total with taxes and fees
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
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Silverado Resort

Silverado Resort
4.0 star property
Napa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,176 reviews)
"Great staff and on site food options"
United States
dawn
$275 nightly
The price is $317
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
Silverado Resort
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Top California Hotel Reviews

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

8/10 Good
"Overall, we had a great stay. The rooms were clean, the hotel was nice, and the location was excellent (just a short walk from Fisherman's Wharf). Parking was convenient, and the front desk staff were incredibly helpful. I forgot my ID, but they were able to accommodate us by adding my husband to the reservation, which I really appreciated. We arrived around 7:00 p.m., and the kids still had time to enjoy the warm pool for about an hour. Breakfast was crowded, but there were plenty of delicious options. The only negative was the bell service. After checking out, we left our bags so we could explore the wharf a little longer. The employee handling luggage was rude to another guest who was simply asking a question. When we returned, our bags were unzipped and left open. The employee said, "I don't know who put them in there or why they're open like that," then dropped our bags on the floor. Nothing appeared to be missing, but the interaction felt careless and unprofessional. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay. If we stay here again, I would skip using the bell service."
Caroline 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Price trends for hotels in California

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$321
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January
$300
February
$337
March
$361
April
$375
May
$413
June
$280
July
$321
August
$310
September
$313
October
$310
November
$275
December
$285
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Resorts in California. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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California Resorts information

Number of reviews
38,819
Accommodation
1317 Resorts
Lowest Price
$103
Highest Price
$989

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How much do resorts in California cost?
Resorts in California cost between $103 and $989 per night. Use our handy filter tool to search for "Hotel resort" under the "Property type" filter, then lock in a getaway that's easy on the budget. This price was 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 resorts are there in California?
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What is there to do in California near my resort?
The most important accessory for your California vacation is a good itinerary! L.A. Live, Microsoft Theater and The Broad are some of the well-known sights if you're off to Los Angeles. San Diego County also has loads of impressive attractions, such as San Diego Zoo. Want to add to your to-do list? Visit Coronado Beach and San Diego Civic Theatre too.

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