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MOST POPULARLos Angeles
3 stars from R1 826
4+ stars from R858
San Francisco
3 stars from R1 150
4+ stars from R1 788
San Diego
3 stars from R817
4+ stars from R2 361
Emeryville
3+ stars from R2 379
Folsom
3+ stars from R2 107
South Lake Tahoe
3 stars from R1 041
4+ stars from R2 373

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Freehand Los Angeles - Los Angeles - Lobby
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Line Hotel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
The Line Hotel
Central Los Angeles
7.9Good(2329)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hilton San Diego Bayfront - San Diego - Bar
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hilton Los Angeles Airport - Los Angeles - Lobby
Airport shuttle
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Loews Hollywood Hotel - Los Angeles - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Yosemite Valley Lodge - Yosemite Valley - Beach
Yosemite Valley Lodge
Yosemite Valley, CA, United States
7.5Good(664)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
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KAYAK’s insights for hotels in California

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in California with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates in California?

Hotels are cheapest in California in March, with average rates of R57 173. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at R108 639.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel in California?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in California, with an average nightly price of R41 190. The highest prices are found on Monday, with average rates at R141 201.

How much is a hotel in California for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in California found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was R853, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was R747. The cheapest room found overall was for R747.

How much is a hotel in California for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in California for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for R952 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as R1 066 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from R952 per night.

How early should you book a hotel in California?

Book at least 1 day before your stay begins to get the best price for your California hotel.

How much is a California hotel?

Here are our most popular & best value hotels

Good to know

Low season

October

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

R5 278

Average price (weekend night)

R5 652
Cheapest month to stay with an average 79% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 50% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect California hotel

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in California, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in California in March and January.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in California if you stay on a Wednesday. The opposite is true for, Monday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in California found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R2 850, while the most expensive was R5 071.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in California for 4 days.
  • If you’re planning a beach vacation for the entire family but would like to get away from some of the hustle and bustle of larger cities in California, a great spot to visit is Pismo Beach. This town on the Pacific offers beautiful beaches in a much quieter and family-friendly setting. The Inn at the Pier is a great waterfront location for a family.
  • If you are going to be heading to the quiet town of Monterey, California in September for the annual Monterey Jazz Festival, make sure you book as far as advance as possible, as the hotel options in the area are somewhat limited and they book up quickly for this festival. You can book a hotel that fits your necessities through KAYAK.
  • A popular year-round destination in California is Lake Tahoe and the town of Salt Lake Tahoe. This area offers a combination of large-scale resorts as well as much quieter lodges and inns. The smaller properties are generally a much better choice for families or for those on romantic getaways.
  • If you are traveling to the large metropolitan area of Los Angeles, it is best to book a hotel near where you plan on doing most of your activity. Traffic in this area can be heavy at all times of the day and making trips of long distances in the city can take quite a bit of time. 

FAQs when booking a hotel in California

  • What is the most popular destination in California?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Los Angeles (59% of total searches to California). The next most popular destinations are San Francisco (22%) and San Diego (16%). Searches for hotels in Emeryville (3%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in California?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in California for as cheap as R330 (Los Angeles) in the last 3 days. The average price is R6 761.

  • What are some of the best luxury hotels in the San Diego area?

    Some of the nicest hotels you'll find in the San Diego area are either in the downtown area or along the Pacific Ocean. In the downtown area, a great choice for a luxury hotel is The Us Grant, and one that sits along the ocean is L'auberge Del Mar, which is just a short drive to the north of the center of San Diego.

  • Which hotels in Oakland are close to the airport and suited to business travelers?

    The Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda, The Home2Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport, and The Extended Stay America Suites - Oakland - Alameda Airport all have a location right adjacent to the Oakland-Alameda Airport (OAK) property. These hotels also offer an airport shuttle.

  • Which hotels in Fresno are close to golf courses?

    On the north side of the city are a couple of good golf course choices called Riverside Golf Course and San Joaquin Country Club. The Hampton Inn & Suites Fresno-Northwest will put you just a short drive from both of these courses. This hotel also offers a fitness center and shuttle services.

  • Which hotels in Southern California are close to popular theme parks and attractions?

    A couple of hotels that will put you right in the heart of the theme parks are in the Orange County area, including The Kings Inn Anaheim At The Park & Convention Center and Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel. These hotels offer fitness centers and family-friendly suites. If you’re looking to travel on specific dates with your family, it’s recommended to book your room in advance to secure the best rate.

Where to stay in California?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in California by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

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Hotel Angeleno - Los Angeles - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
L.A. Sky Boutique Hotel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Plaza la Reina - Los Angeles - Living room
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hilton Garden Inn Los Angeles Airport - Los Angeles - Lounge
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Samesun Hollywood - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hollywood Hotel - Los Angeles - Patio
Hollywood Hotel
Central Los Angeles
7.1Good(2591)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Best Western Plus Glendale - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Cara Hotel - Los Angeles - Pool
Cara Hotel
Central Los Angeles
8.2Very Good(1156)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hilton Los Angeles Airport - Los Angeles - Lobby
Airport shuttle
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa - South Lake Tahoe - Pool
Tahoe Lakeshore Lodge & Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(1539)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Balcony
Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.7Good(3059)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Lakeland Village at Heavenly - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
Lakeland Village at Heavenly
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.7Good(1047)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Bluelake Inn @ Heavenly Village - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Bluelake Inn @ Heavenly Village
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.3Very Good(2048)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Blue Jay Lodge - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Blue Jay Lodge
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(1740)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Budget Inn At The Heavenly Gondola - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Budget Inn At The Heavenly Gondola
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.5Good(670)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Basecamp South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(1086)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Black Jack Inn - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Black Jack Inn
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(1397)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Lobby
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.0Very Good(3142)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Quality Inn South Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Quality Inn South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.5Good(2790)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
3 Peaks Resort And Beach Club - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
3 Peaks Resort And Beach Club
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.8Good(1731)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Pinewood Inn - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Pinewood Inn
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
6.0Okay(706)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hotel Becket, BW Signature Collection - South Lake Tahoe - Patio
Hotel Becket, BW Signature Collection
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.4Good(1872)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Tahoe Hacienda Inn - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Tahoe Hacienda Inn
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
7.3Good(1355)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Hilton San Diego Bayfront - San Diego - Bar
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Omni San Diego Hotel - San Diego - Patio
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Horton Grand Hotel - San Diego - Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Sofia Hotel - San Diego - Building
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Best Western Seven Seas - San Diego - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hotel Iris - San Diego - San Diego - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Days Inn by Wyndham San Diego Hotel Circle - San Diego - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Kings Inn San Diego - San Diego - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hampton Inn San Diego-Kearny Mesa - San Diego - Lobby
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Heritage Inn San Diego - San Diego - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Holiday Inn Express San Diego Airport-Old Town - San Diego - Building
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Ocean Park Inn - San Diego - Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Surfer Beach Hotel - San Diego - Building
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines - San Diego - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Grande Colonial La Jolla - San Diego - Lounge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Inn at Sunset Cliffs - San Diego - Pool
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Pacific Shores Inn - San Diego - Pool
Parking
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Best Western Yacht Harbor Hotel - San Diego - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Old Town Inn - San Diego - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Motel 6 San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Argonaut Hotel - San Francisco - Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Bay Bridge Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Coventry Motor Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Nob Hill Motor Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Beck's Motor Lodge - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Surf Motel - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Beresford Arms - San Francisco - Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hotel Abri - San Francisco - Lobby
Hotel Abri
Union Square Area
7.9Good(1100)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco - San Francisco - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Seascape Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Columbus Motor Inn - San Francisco - Front desk
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Club Quarters Hotel in San Francisco - San Francisco - Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
1 Hotel San Francisco - San Francisco - Patio
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Harbor Court Hotel - San Francisco - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hyatt Regency San Francisco - San Francisco - Bar
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Grove Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Grand Hyatt San Francisco - San Francisco - Lobby
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parc 55 San Francisco - a Hilton Hotel - San Francisco - Living room
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Axiom Hotel - San Francisco - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hotel Fusion - San Francisco - Lounge
Hotel Fusion
Union Square Area
7.9Good(3190)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hotel Spero - San Francisco - Bedroom
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Seaside Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
da Vinci Villa - San Francisco - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hotel Del Sol - San Francisco - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Handlery Union Square Hotel - San Francisco - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Lombard Motor Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Lombard Motor Inn
San Francisco, CA, United States
7.6Good(776)
Free Wi-Fi
Sw Hotel - San Francisco
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Geary Parkway Motel - San Francisco - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Laurel Inn, Part Of Jdv By Hyatt - San Francisco - Living room
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
La Casa Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Greenwich Inn - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Motel Capri - San Francisco - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
HI Los Angeles - Santa Monica Hostel - Los Angeles - Lobby
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Jolly Roger Hotel - Los Angeles - Pool
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Beverly Laurel Hotel - Los Angeles - Pool
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Short Stories Hotel - Los Angeles - Patio
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Park Plaza Lodge Hotel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Beverly Inn - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Beverly Inn
Central Los Angeles
6.7Okay(1067)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Wilshire Crest Hotel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Palihouse West Hollywood - Los Angeles - Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Elan Hotel - Los Angeles - Lounge
Elan Hotel
Central Los Angeles
7.4Good(636)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Cameo Beverly Hills - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Relax Inn Motel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Central Inn Motel on 41 Street - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hollywood La Brea Inn - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Dixie Hollywood - Los Angeles - Living room
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Titta Inn - Los Angeles
Titta Inn
Northeast Los Angeles
8.4Very Good(2630)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Live Hotel - Los Angeles - Front desk
The Live Hotel
Central Los Angeles
7.4Good(2111)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hollywood City Inn - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
USC Hotel - Los Angeles - Lobby
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Vagabond Inn Los Angeles At Usc - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Tuscan Garden Inn - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Best Western Plus Dragon Gate Inn - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hotel Normandie - Los Angeles - Living room
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Line Hotel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
The Line Hotel
Central Los Angeles
7.9Good(2329)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Shelter Hotel Los Angeles - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hotel Koxie - Los Angeles - Living room
Hotel Koxie
Central Los Angeles
7.8Good(1458)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Avenue Hotel - Los Angeles
Avenue Hotel
Central Los Angeles
7.4Good(1029)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Oxford Palace Hotel - Los Angeles - Lobby
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Dunes Inn - Wilshire - Los Angeles - Lobby
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
The Biltmore Los Angeles - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Freehand Los Angeles - Los Angeles - Lobby
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Petit Ermitage - Los Angeles - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Delphi Hotel - Los Angeles - Living room
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE - Los Angeles - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Villa Brasil Motel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Los Angeles Downtown Sw - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Holiday Inn Los Angeles - LAX Airport - Los Angeles - Lobby
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Golden West Manor Motel - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly - South Lake Tahoe - Living room
The Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
9.3Wonderful(177)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly

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