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Latest Southern California Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARLos Angeles
3 stars from R1 835
4+ stars from R862
San Diego
3 stars from R821
4+ stars from R2 373
Laughlin
3+ stars from R787
Santa Monica
3 stars from R4 045
4+ stars from R5 365
West Hollywood
3 stars from R1 982
4+ stars from R4 057
Beverly Hills
3 stars from R3 291
4+ stars from R3 517

Best Southern California hotels

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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(2326)
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
Aquarius Casino Resort, BW Premier Collection - Laughlin - Pool
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City - Universal City - Lounge
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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KAYAK’s insights for hotels in Southern California

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

How much is a hotel in Southern California for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in Southern California found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was R517, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was R784. The cheapest room found overall was for R487.

How much is a hotel in Southern California for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in Southern California for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for R839 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as R1 427 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from R936 per night.

How much is a Southern California hotel?

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Average price (weeknight)

R5 360

Average price (weekend night)

R5 998
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect Southern California hotel

  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Southern California found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 910, while the most expensive was R5 097.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Southern California for 4 days.
  • If you have an overnight layover at Los Angeles International Airport, book a suite at Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport, which is one block from the airport and provides free shuttle service and a fitness center.
  • Golfers who want to play with ocean views should select a resort in San Diego, near Torrey Pines Golf Course. The Lodge at Torrey Pines and Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines offer easy access to the course and luxurious suites.
  • Coachella is one of Southern California’s most famous music festivals. We recommend staying in Palm Springs or Cathedral City for a wider range of accommodations. It's also important to book your hotels as soon as you buy your ticket for the best price.
  • Located 2 hours outside of Los Angeles, Big Bear Lake is a popular nature getaway in Southern California for couples, friends, and families. Lagonita Lodge offers impressive views of the lake, apartments with kitchens, and a pool.
  • Keep in mind that LA traffic is the heaviest in Southern California, so it will take longer to travel from place to place. We recommend prioritizing the distance to attractions you want to see when picking a hotel.

FAQs when booking a hotel in Southern California

  • What is the most popular destination in Southern California?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Los Angeles (75% of total searches to Southern California). The next most popular destinations are San Diego (21%) and Laughlin (3%). Searches for hotels in Santa Monica (2%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in Southern California?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in Southern California for as cheap as R250 (Los Angeles) in the last 3 days. The average price is R6 006.

  • Where should I stay if I want to surf in Southern California?

    There’s a reason Huntington Beach is known as “Surf City” and it’s the place to be to catch waves. We recommend staying in a budget hotel, guesthouse, or vacation rental off of Route 1 so you can easily get to the good surf spots. Ocean View Motel offers budget-friendly rooms with Wi-Fi, a refrigerator, and free on-site parking. Newport Chanel Inn is a cozier option with beach towels, boogie boards, and beach chairs provided for guests.

  • Where is the most romantic place to stay in Southern California?

    Located about 3 hours from Los Angeles, the area in and around Joshua Tree is possibly one of the most romantic destinations in the world. You can watch the stars without light pollution and experience the peacefulness of the desert sky at night. The best way to enjoy Joshua Tree is by staying in a boutique hotel or a private home. Sacred Sands offers outdoor bathtubs surrounded by nature, while Cayote Trail features a heated pool beneath the stars.

  • Which is the best beach town in Southern California?

    Malibu, Santa Monica, and Newport Beach are all beautiful, but there’s something special about Laguna Beach. Known for its quirky artists’ community, trendy cafes, and sandy shores, Laguna Beach offers a variety of upscale resorts, seaside inns, and private villas. Located along Route 1, Laguna Beach House is reminiscent of retro beach shacks but with the addition of luxury amenities. Surf and Sand Resort and Pacific Edge Oceanfront Hotel feature ocean views and a modern aesthetic.

  • Which resorts in Southern California are close to Disneyland and affordable?

    Located directly across from Disneyland’s main gates, Best Western Plus Park Place Inn - Mini Suites is one of the best affordable options in the Disney area. The King Rooms can house two people, while other options can sleep up to 4 adults on two beds. The hotel includes an outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour security, and a microwave in every room. Another option is Grand Legacy, which is located a 5-minute walk from the park and is a family favorite.

Where to stay in Southern California?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in Southern 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
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach - Santa Barbara
Cabrillo Inn at the Beach
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.5Good(2499)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Harbor View Inn - Santa Barbara - Pool
Harbor View Inn
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(2272)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Inn at East Beach - Santa Barbara - Front desk
Inn at East Beach
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.9Good(2293)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, Ca - Beach
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.9Good(2218)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Palmoro House - Santa Barbara - Hotel entrance
Palmoro House
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.0Good(481)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Santa Barbara Inn - Santa Barbara - Lobby
Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(1240)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Restaurant
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
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(2574)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Best Western Plus Glendale - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Lemon Tree Inn - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Lemon Tree Inn
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.7Good(4947)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.6Good(1474)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Parking
Airport shuttle
Pool
Air conditioning
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(1370)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Mason Beach Inn - Santa Barbara - Building
Mason Beach Inn
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(3106)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Sandpiper Lodge - Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Coast Village Inn - Santa Barbara - Living room
Coast Village Inn
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(632)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Inn By The Harbor - Santa Barbara - Building
Inn By The Harbor
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(1342)
Parking
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
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
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
The 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
Sea Blue Hotel - Santa Monica - Building
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Bayside Hotel - Santa Monica - Patio
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean Park Inn - Santa Monica - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Pierside Santa Monica - Santa Monica - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Sonder The Beacon - Santa Monica - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Ocean View Hotel - Santa Monica - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
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
The Georgian Hotel - Santa Monica - Building
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica - Santa Monica - Patio
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Monica - Santa Monica - Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Shore Hotel - Santa Monica - Pool
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Regent Santa Monica Beach - Santa Monica - Lobby
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Wyndham San Diego Bayside - San Diego - Lobby
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Hampton Inn San Diego Downtown - San Diego - Building
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
The Pacific - San Diego
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Hotel Zindel - San Diego - Living room
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Mission View Inn & Suites San Diego Sea World - Zoo - San Diego - Building
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Baymont by Wyndham Loveland/Fort Collins Area - Loveland - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Hampton Inn San Diego/Mission Valley - San Diego - Building
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Paradise Point Resort & Spa - San Diego - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Ocean Villa Inn - San Diego - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Bahia Resort Hotel - San Diego - Restaurant
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Pacific Terrace Hotel - San Diego - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Pacific View Inn - San Diego - Balcony
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
San Diego Marriott La Jolla - San Diego - Living room
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Town and Country San Diego - San Diego - Patio
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Beach Haven - San Diego - Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Rancho Bernardo - San Diego - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
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(1063)
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(637)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Cameo Beverly Hills - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Relax Inn - Los Angeles - Bedroom
Relax Inn
Central Los Angeles
8.2Very Good(350)
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(2110)
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(2326)
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
7.7Good(1455)
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
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Living room
Hotel Milo Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.9Good(2583)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Mar Monte Hotel, Part Of Hyatt - Santa Barbara - Pool
Mar Monte Hotel, Part Of Hyatt
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.0Good(1349)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(2129)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Marina Beach Motel - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Marina Beach Motel
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
9.2Wonderful(1997)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
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
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel - Santa Barbara - Lounge
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Montecito Inn - Santa Barbara - Living room
Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.8Good(595)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
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
Extended Stay America Suites - Santa Barbara - Calle Real - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Oasis Inn and Suites - Santa Barbara - Bedroom
Oasis Inn and Suites
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(2543)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning

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