Skip to main content

The 10 Best California Motels - Motels in California, United States

Check out our pick of great motels in California

Filter by:


Review score

Superb: 9+ Very good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+
Our top picks Lowest price first Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

Marina Beach Motel 3 stars

West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

This non-smoking motel is 5 minutes walk from the beach, marina and wharf. Highway 101 is 5 minutes’ drive from the property. Great location close to the beach. The staff is really kind. Breakfast is great, we loved the fresh pastries. Modern room with spacious shower.

Show more Show less
9
Superb
1,073 reviews
Price from
£183
per night

Sunny Cove Motel

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 600 metres of Black’s Beach, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is 6.5 km from the motel and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is 6.5 km away. Wait. Was there a breakfast. Yes this place is older but you really can't beat everything you get. A great location. The room have kitchens or kitchenettes and my room had a little separate alcove for the bed. The staff is beyond nice and helpful

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
£118
per night

Borrego Springs Motel

Borrego Springs

Set in Borrego Springs, 2.4 km from Anza Borrego Desert State Park, Borrego Springs Motel offers air-conditioned rooms and barbecue facilities. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Clean and comfortable room, good wifi, helpful staff, great pool, and overall lovely property.

Show more Show less
9
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Wildflower Boutique Motel

Point Arena

Located in Point Arena, Wildflower Boutique Motel provides a garden. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

All units are equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All guest rooms include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. + The cleanest place where I‘ve stayed in almost a month roadtrip. (Seriously! It‘s the only hotel we stayed where the floor was cleaned perfectly. And after checkout I saw the cleaning ladys even clean every window inside AND OUTSIDE, lamps, etc which is no matter of course!!) + very chique as the colours match and it‘s really nice lavender, bloomy. + checkin was flexible as we arrived later than 21:00 and it was super easy with the arrangements. + breakfast was super healthy, and obviously prepared with love.

Show more Show less
9.4
Superb
712 reviews
Price from
£148
per night

Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp

Independence

Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp is located in Independence. The motel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

The rooms in the motel are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are equipped with a patio. At the accommodation each room is fitted with bed linen and towels. The service was absolutely amazing. The owners of the motel were wonderful and very willing to go the extra mile to make the stay as pleasant as possible. Would highly recommend!

Show more Show less
9
Superb
150 reviews
Price from
£138
per night

Villa Brasil Motel

Culver City, Los Angeles

Situated in the Culver City district of Los Angeles, Villa Brasil Motel offers a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar. Both free WiFi and private parking are accessible on site.

All guest rooms in the motel are fitted with a TV and fresh fruit. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower. Guest rooms will provide guests with a microwave. A beautiful little motel oasis in the city. Excellent staff and on site restaurant. Clean and comfy, easy to find. A real gem,

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
953 reviews
Price from
£135
per night

Country Inn Motel 2 stars

Palo Alto

Set in Palo Alto, 5 km from Stanford University, Country Inn Motel features an outdoor swimming pool, BBQ facilities and a garden. This 2-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

All units at the motel come with a seating area and a coffee machine. A microwave is also provided. Country Inn Motel offers select units with pool views. Great location and friendly staff, our room was spacious and very clean, the beds were very comfortable, overall our stay was perfect. We will be back!

Show more Show less
9.2
Superb
226 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

Pioneertown Motel 3 stars

Pioneertown

Situated within 50 km of O'Donald Golf Course and 50 km of Palm Springs Convention Center, Pioneertown Motel provides rooms in Pioneertown. With a garden, the 3-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 46 km from Palm Springs Visitor Center. Alles!!! Go there and see it yourself. 5***** luxury in Western town. What a historic place. Stay at least 2 nights……WOW.

Show more Show less
9.2
Superb
433 reviews
Price from
£170
per night

Convention Center Inn & Suites 2 stars

Downtown San Jose, San Jose

Attractively situated in the centre of San Jose, Convention Center Inn & Suites features free WiFi throughout the property, a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. This 2-star motel offers luggage storage space. The property is allergy-free and is situated 700 metres from San Jose Convention Center. Great staff / host who was also very helpful with recommendations in the area etc. Rooms very clean and modern. carpark large and well lit.

Show more Show less
9.3
Superb
371 reviews
Price from
£116
per night

Sundown Inn of Morro Bay 2 stars

Morro Bay

Located just 10 minutes’ drive to the Cayucos State Beach, this motel provides free WiFi. The waterfront, the Embarcadero and Marina Street restaurants’ are just 5 minutes’ walk away.

A flat-screen TV is provided in each room. Fresh towels and linens are also provided. Each room is uniquely decorated at Sundown Inn of Morro Bay. Everything,very friendly stuff, and beautiful flowers!

Show more Show less
9.1
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
£68
per night

Most booked motels in California this month

FAQs about motels in California

Motels that guests love in California

Research, refine and make plans for your whole trip