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The Landing Resort And Spa - South Lake Tahoe - Balcony
The Landing Resort And Spa
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(862)
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$556+
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Forest Suites Resort at Heavenly Village - South Lake Tahoe - Bedroom
Forest Suites Resort at Heavenly Village
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.1Very Good(1551)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
$239+
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Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe - South Lake Tahoe - Lobby
Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(3290)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
$312+
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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
7.5Good(1058)
Parking
Pool
$214+
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Anaheim Resort - Convention Center - Anaheim - Bedroom
Homewood Suites by Hilton Anaheim Resort - Convention Center
Anaheim, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(1172)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$368+
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Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa - Huntington Beach - Building
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa
Huntington Beach, CA, United States
8.7Very Good(1210)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$576+
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Miracle Springs Resort & Spa - Desert Hot Springs - Lobby
Miracle Springs Resort & Spa
Desert Hot Springs, CA, United States
7.5Good(2300)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$212+
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The Village Lodge - Mammoth Lakes - Building
The Village Lodge
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(1572)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$372+
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Surf & Sand Laguna Beach - Laguna Beach - Restaurant
Surf & Sand Laguna Beach
Laguna Beach, CA, United States
8.8Very Good(879)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$1,553+
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Silverado Resort - Napa - Living room
Silverado Resort
Napa, CA, United States
8.2Very Good(217)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$475+
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Parker Palm Springs - Palm Springs - Lounge
Parker Palm Springs
Canyon Sands/ Seven Lakes Country Club
8.0Very Good(170)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$1,255+
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Bluegreen Vacations Big Bear Village, Ascend Resort Collection - Big Bear Lake - Living room
Bluegreen Vacations Big Bear Village, Ascend Resort Collection
Big Bear Lake, CA, United States
9.6Wonderful(154)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$639+
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The Meritage Resort and Spa - Napa - Restaurant
The Meritage Resort and Spa
Napa, CA, United States
7.8Good(734)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$577+
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Juniper Springs Resort - Mammoth Lakes - Living room
Juniper Springs Resort
Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States
8.4Very Good(2262)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$314+
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Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort - Carlsbad - Building
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Downtown
8.4Very Good(943)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$363+
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Loews Coronado Bay Resort - Coronado - Lobby
Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Coronado, CA, United States
8.5Very Good(1655)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$432+
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The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa - Rancho Mirage - Pool
The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa
Rancho Mirage, CA, United States
7.9Good(527)
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$335+
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Carmel Resort Inn - Carmel-by-the-Sea - Bedroom
Carmel Resort Inn
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, United States
8.0Very Good(1782)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
$228+
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WorldMark Palm Springs - Plaza Resort and Spa - Palm Springs - Bedroom
WorldMark Palm Springs - Plaza Resort and Spa
Tahquitz Creek
8.6Very Good(499)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
$285+
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Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort - Santa Barbara - Balcony
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara, CA, United States
6.8Okay(1140)
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$566+
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California adults-only resorts

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L'Horizon Resort & Spa - Palm Springs - Bedroom
L'Horizon Resort & Spa
Twin Palms
8.4Very Good(300)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet-friendly
Spa
$930+
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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.

How early should you book a resort in California?

Book at least 89 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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February
August
$687
$854
Cheapest month to stay with an average 5% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 31% 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 89 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 4 days.

FAQs when booking a resort in California

  • How much is a resort in California?

    The average price for a resort in California is $165/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 $126/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 Bluegreen Vacations Big Bear Village, Ascend Resort Collection in Big Bear Lake with a rating of 9.6/10. Also popular among KAYAK users is The Inn on Pine in Calistoga, with a rating of 9.4/10.

  • Which resorts in California are family-friendly?

    If you’re travelling with the whole family, then check out The Village Lodge in Mammoth Lakes, which is rated 8.8/10 and promises a great family holiday. Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort And Spa in Huntington Beach is also recommended as especially family-friendly and is rated 8.7/10.

  • Which resorts in California are good for couples?

    If you’re looking for a romantic break, then why not try Tamarack Lodge And Resort in Mammoth Lakes, which is rated 8.9/10? 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

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