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Our top choices for Northern California motels

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a vase of flowers, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.

1. The Foothills Motel

The Foothills Motel
2.5 star property
North Auburn
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"We had a pleasant stay. The bowling alley and restaurant/bar next door was a lot of fun."
United States
Michael
The price is CA $147
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Foothills Motel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

2. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,895 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
The price is CA $118
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Pacific Inn
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with a view of a coastal landscape and buildings.

3. Harbor Lite Lodge

Harbor Lite Lodge
2.5 star property
Fort Bragg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,438 reviews)
"Is a great place to stay"
United States
Donna
The price is CA $136
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Harbor Lite Lodge
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

4. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,096 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is CA $108
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
El Castell Hotel
A living room with a stone fireplace, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a small plant.

5. Inn at Mount Shasta

Inn at Mount Shasta
2.0 star property
Mount Shasta
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and updated hotel. Staff was friendly and we enjoyed our stay."
United States
Margo
The price is CA $166
CA $189 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Inn at Mount Shasta
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

6. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,891 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is CA $102
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stargazer Hotel
Reception

7. The Angler Lodge

The Angler Lodge
2.5 star property
Dunsmuir
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (424 reviews)
"Extremely clean, comfy beds, easy online check in, and room was larger than most. Definitely will stay again!"
United States
fawn
The price is CA $131
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
The Angler Lodge
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

8. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay, property nice and clean, staff friendly. Had a nice pool area and outside seating."
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is CA $109
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Monterey Bay Lodge
A wooden cabin with two doors, a window with shutters, and a flower planter on the porch.

9. Virginia Creek Settlement

Virginia Creek Settlement
2.5 star property
Bridgeport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great restaurant the food was incredible"
United States
michele
The price is CA $106
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Virginia Creek Settlement
A stone house with a porch and a green awning, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

10. Strawberry Valley Inn

Strawberry Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Mount Shasta
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Quiet, peaceful place with great waffles for breakfast"
United States
Julia
The price is CA $165
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Strawberry Valley Inn
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

11. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,235 reviews)
"very pleasant stay at an older motel."
United States
Sheryl
The price is CA $91
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Sand Castle Inn
A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

12. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Villa Del Monte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,038 reviews)
"Large rooms, clean and quiet, and pet friendly."
United States
Jesus
The price is CA $103
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Lone Oak Lodge
A two-story building with a covered porch, columns, and a flower bed with pink flowers.

13. Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here, nice part of town, and convenient to get around to Cannery Row plus the beach. Very nice hotel, staffing, and amenities."
United States
Caylee
The price is CA $84
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Arbor Inn Monterey
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,253 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, big parking lot"
Canada
Changhong
The price is CA $106
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

15. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and quiet, and we had an adjoining room to our sons which was very convenient. Would stay again!"
United States
Jonathan
The price is CA $105
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

16. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
The price is CA $97
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Padre Oaks
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a fireplace, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the location & property. Clean, modern, new furnishings. The mgr Arjun was AMAZING! I left something in our room at checkout & he helped in returning it to me. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Linda
The price is CA $105
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

18. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yasmeen
The price is CA $109
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Stage Coach Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a microwave.

19. Rodeo Lodge

Rodeo Lodge
2.0 star property
Clovis
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect for an affordable trip to Fresno. Great central location. Friendly and helpful staff."
United States
Nancy
The price is CA $82
CA $94 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Rodeo Lodge
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

20. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is CA $130
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Mission Inn
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Top Northern California Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"The service and food at the restaurant was perfect. The rooms are beautiful and well maintained."
Maura Adela 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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Northern California Motels information

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Accommodation
197 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $94
Highest Price
CA $189

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What is the nightly rate for a motel in Northern California?
You can find a great deal from CA $94 on Northern California motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Northern California motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a Northern California motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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