Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Temecula travel guide

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You're Going to Love Temecula

With a population of 100,097, Temecula is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Temecula deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Temecula

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon (42072 5th Street, 3rd Floor) and The Restaurant at Ponte (35053 Rancho California Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Temecula

Temecula in December
Estimated hotel price
$159
1 night at 3-star hotel
Temecula in December
Estimated hotel price
$159
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Temecula

Plane

Although Temecula doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 43 miles from Temecula. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Temecula departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Temecula is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 77 miles from Temecula. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Temecula doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 43 miles from Temecula. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Temecula departs from San Francisco and takes around 1h 27m.

Car

Another option to get to Temecula is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 77 miles from Temecula. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Temecula

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles Los Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Temecula

Lufthansa
Good (8,225 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,566 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,191 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,485 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,058 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,534 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,135 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,964 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,547 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,522 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,461 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,588 reviews)
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Where to stay in Temecula

Average rates range from around $354 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $230 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Temecula By IHG and Best Western Country Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Temecula, with prices from $70 to $2,563 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Temecula are about 18% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Temecula by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Temecula

Most booked hotels in Temecula

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Balloons and Wine
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 41 reviews)
$108+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murrieta - Temecula By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 549 reviews)
$88+
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South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 897 reviews)
$147+
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Residence Inn by Marriott Temecula Murrieta
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 115 reviews)
$119+
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Temecula Creek Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 609 reviews)
$160+
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Signature Temecula
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1220 reviews)
$76+
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Renting a car in Temecula

Renting a car in Temecula costs $49 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Temecula.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Temecula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Temecula is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Temecula costs $49 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Temecula.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Temecula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Temecula is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Accent or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Temecula

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$28/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$29/day

Intermediate
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