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Tenaya at Yosemite - Fish Camp
Tenaya at Yosemite
Fish Camp, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(4643)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£286+
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South Coast Winery Resort & Spa - Temecula - Building
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
Temecula, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(890)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£230+
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort - Santa Barbara - Pool
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
7.2Good(1135)
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£380+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center - Anaheim - Pool
SpringHill Suites by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center
Convention Center
8.8Very Good(1153)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£212+
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Candlewood Suites Anaheim - Resort Area - Anaheim - Building
Candlewood Suites Anaheim - Resort Area
Anaheim, CA, United States
8.3Very Good(933)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£107+
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Loews Coronado Bay Resort - Coronado - Lobby
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Coronado, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(1678)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£302+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Golf Resort Palm Springs - Cathedral City - Bar
DoubleTree by Hilton Golf Resort Palm Springs
Cathedral City, CA, United States
7.8Good(681)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£115+
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Tamarack Lodge - Mammoth Lakes
Tamarack Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(737)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
£147+
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Indian Wells Resort Hotel - Indian Wells - Lobby
Indian Wells Resort Hotel
Indian Wells, CA, United States
7.5Good(2668)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£76+
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Hyatt Regency Newport Beach - Newport Beach - Pool
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
East Bluff
7.4Good(1198)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£263+
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Sonesta Es Suites Anaheim Resort Area - Anaheim - Restaurant
Sonesta Es Suites Anaheim Resort Area
Southeast Anaheim
7.8Good(579)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£123+
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Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Lobby
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(3841)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£243+
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Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa - Coronado - Bedroom
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
Coronado, CA, United States
8.0Very Good(829)
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£380+
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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, United States
7.7Good(1102)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£242+
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Kona Kai Resort & Spa, a Noble House Resort - San Diego - Balcony
Kona Kai Resort & Spa, a Noble House Resort
Point Loma
7.7Good(735)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£343+
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The Village Lodge - Mammoth Lakes - Building
The Village Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(1588)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£201+
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Great Wolf Lodge Southern California - Garden Grove - Building
Great Wolf Lodge Southern California
Garden Grove, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(742)
Air conditioning
£199+
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Malibu Beach Inn - Malibu - Bedroom
Malibu Beach Inn
Malibu, CA, United States
8.9Very Good(653)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£850+
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Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas - Indian Wells - Patio
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas
Indian Wells, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(625)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£311+
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Calamigos Ranch Resort & Spa - Malibu
Calamigos Ranch Resort & Spa
Malibu, CA, United States
9.1Wonderful(254)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£796+
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California adults-only resorts

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L'Horizon Resort & Spa - Palm Springs
L'Horizon Resort & Spa
Twin Palms
9.0Wonderful(304)
Pool
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£261+
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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, United States
8.8Very Good(119)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
£2,303+
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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 £129/night. In comparison, April is the most expensive month, with prices at £203/night.

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

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in California, with an average nightly price of £229/night. The highest prices are found on Sunday, with average rates at £874/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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November
August
£409
£431
Cheapest month to stay with an average 5% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 56% 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 for a California resort.
  • Not sure how long to spend on your trip? KAYAK users usually book their resort in California for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a resort in California

  • How much is a resort in California?

    The average price for a resort in California is £386/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 £60/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 The Suites at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco with a rating of 9.2/10. Also popular among KAYAK users is Calamigos Ranch Resort & Spa in Malibu, with a rating of 9.1/10.

  • Which resorts in California are family-friendly?

    If you’re travelling with the whole family, then check out Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Spa & Golf Club in Carlsbad, which is rated 9.1/10 and promises a great family holiday. Malibu Beach Inn in Malibu is also recommended as especially family-friendly and is rated 8.9/10.

  • 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 Tamarack Lodge in Mammoth Lakes, which is rated 8.8/10.

Where to find the best resorts in California?

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