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Most recommended California resorts

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Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Lobby
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA
8.1Very good(3841)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$324+
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Paradise Point Resort & Spa - San Diego
Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Mission Bay
8.0Very good(1996)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$479+
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Tenaya at Yosemite - Fish Camp
Tenaya at Yosemite
Fish Camp, CA
8.7Very good(4643)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$381+
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Great Wolf Lodge Southern California - Garden Grove - Building
Great Wolf Lodge Southern California
Garden Grove, CA
8.2Very good(742)
$265+
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Loews Coronado Bay Resort - Coronado - Lobby
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Coronado, CA
8.5Very good(1678)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$402+
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Pala Casino Spa and Resort - Pala - Pool
Pala Casino Spa and Resort
Pala, CA
9.8Wonderful(2)
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$204+
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Murrieta Hot Springs Resort - Murrieta - Balcony
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
Murrieta, CA
8.2Very good(21)
$384+
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Juniper Springs Resort - Mammoth Lakes - Pool
Juniper Springs Resort
Mammoth Lakes, CA
8.5Very good(2296)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$232+
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La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton - La Quinta - Balcony
La Quinta Resort & Club, Curio Collection by Hilton
La Quinta, CA
8.5Very good(204)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$260+
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The Village Lodge - Mammoth Lakes - Building
The Village Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA
8.8Very good(1588)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$268+
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Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas - Indian Wells - Patio
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Indian Wells, CA
8.7Very good(625)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$414+
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Indian Wells Resort Hotel - Indian Wells - Lobby
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Indian Wells, CA
7.5Good(2668)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$101+
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3 Peaks Resort And Beach Club - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
3 Peaks Resort And Beach Club
South Lake Tahoe, CA
7.9Good(1885)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$215+
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort - Santa Barbara - Pool
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara, CA
7.2Good(1135)
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$506+
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Welk Resorts San Diego - Escondido - Pool
Welk Resorts San Diego
Escondido, CA
8.2Very good(1138)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$326+
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Tamarack Lodge - Mammoth Lakes
Tamarack Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA
8.8Very good(737)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$196+
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Lakehouse Resort - Carlsbad - Balcony
Lakehouse Resort
Carlsbad, CA
8.1Very good(492)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$263+
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Terranea Resort - Rancho Palos Verdes - Living room
Terranea Resort
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
8.5Very good(510)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$794+
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Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South - South Lake Tahoe - Building
Hilton Vacation Club Lake Tahoe Resort South
South Lake Tahoe, CA
7.7Good(1102)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$322+
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Candlewood Suites Anaheim - Resort Area - Anaheim - Building
Candlewood Suites Anaheim - Resort Area
Anaheim, CA
8.3Very good(933)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$143+
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California adults-only resorts

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Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort - Adults Only - Big Sur - Living room
Ventana Big Sur, an Alila Resort - Adults Only
Big Sur, CA
8.8Very good(119)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
$3,068+
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L'Horizon Resort & Spa - Palm Springs
L'Horizon Resort & Spa
Twin Palms
9.0Wonderful(304)
Pool
Pet friendly
Spa
$347+
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Sparrows Lodge - Palm Springs - Living room
Sparrows Lodge
Deepwell Estates
9.4Wonderful(276)
Pool
Pet friendly
$217+
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Lido Palms Resort & Spa - Desert Hot Springs
Lido Palms Resort & Spa
Desert Hot Springs, CA
9.2Wonderful(139)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$205+
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Twin Palms Resort - A Gay Men`s Resort - Palm Springs - Bedroom
Twin Palms Resort - A Gay Men`s Resort
Twin Palms
9.7Wonderful(72)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$288+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for resorts 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 resort rates in California?

Resorts are cheapest in California in November, with average rates of $172/night. In comparison, April is the most expensive month, with prices at $271/night.

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

Sunday offers the lowest rates in California, with an average nightly price of $425/night. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at $564/night.

How early should you book a resort in California?

Book at least 72 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your California resort.

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How much is a California resort?

Here are our most popular and best value resorts and all inclusive resorts in California

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High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

November
August
$510
$547
Cheapest month to stay with an average 4% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 45% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding California resort deals

  • If you want to ensure you get the best price possible, try to book more than 72 days before your stay to get the best price for a California resort.
  • Not sure how long to spend on your trip? KAYAK users usually book their resort in California for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a resort in California

  • How much is a resort in California?

    The average price for a resort in California is $462/night. However, this depends on many factors, like seasonality, location and the hotel star rating. In the last 2 weeks, KAYAK users have found a room at a resort for as little as $33/night.

  • How many resorts are there in California?

    There are currently a total of 1,158 resorts in California available for you to book now.

  • What are the highest-rated California all inclusive resorts?

    Currently on KAYAK the highest-rated all inclusive resort in California is Pala Casino Spa and Resort in Pala with a rating of 9.8/10. Also loved among KAYAK users is Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Ynez with a rating of 9.1/10.

  • Which resorts in California are family-friendly?

    If you’re traveling with the whole family, then check out The Village Lodge in Mammoth Lakes, which is rated 8.8/10 and promises a great family time. Tamarack Lodge in Mammoth Lakes is also recommended as especially family-friendly and is rated 8.8/10.

  • Which resorts in California are good for couples?

    If you’re looking for a romantic break then why not try L'Horizon Resort & Spa in Palm Springs, which is rated 9/10? You could even look to stay at one of the adults-only resorts such as Surf & Sand Laguna Beach in Laguna Beach, which is rated 8.8/10.

Where to find the best resorts in California?

Our map will help you find the perfect resort in California by showing you the exact location of each resort.

Everything you need to know for your stay in California