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A courtyard with a pool, surrounded by buildings with balconies and a well-maintained lawn.

1. Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town

Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
2.0 star property
Old Town Temecula
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (2,257 reviews)
"Great location and dog friendly!"
United States
Buntha
The price is CA $65
CA $73 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Motel 6 Temecula, CA - Historic Old Town
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

2. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,653 reviews)
"good place to stay."
United States
Ramzi
The price is CA $109
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
A corridor with air conditioning units, a balcony with a railing, and a view of a street with cars.

3. The Guest Harbor Inn - Port of Los Angeles San Pedro

The Guest Harbor Inn - Port of Los Angeles San Pedro
2.0 star property
Central San Pedro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (950 reviews)
"Very close to the cruise port. Great location."
United States
Christina
The price is CA $156
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Guest Harbor Inn - Port of Los Angeles San Pedro
A hotel room with three beds, each with a headboard, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lamps.

4. Days Inn by Wyndham Indio

Days Inn by Wyndham Indio
2.0 star property
Indio
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"It was a very nice stay"
United States
Reynaldo
The price is CA $93
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Days Inn by Wyndham Indio
A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee machine, and a counter with a cash register.

5. Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area
2.0 star property
Yucca Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, great pool, I would pass on the breakfast and walk to a near by cafe, room was clean solid 4 star."
United States
Michael
The price is CA $86
CA $96 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area
A traditional building with a covered entrance, American and Danish flags, and a sign for "The King Frederik's".

6. King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,129 reviews)
"Perfect stay for a weekend trip!"
United States
Natasha De La
The price is CA $131
CA $154 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
King Frederik Inn
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a modern reception desk.

7. Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort

Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort
3.5 star property
Borrego Springs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"We stayed at this wild Wild West theme hotel for one night and loved it. After a hot day we got refreshed at the clean well maintained pool. The 2 queen size two beds rooms were large enough with table, fridge and microwave. Will definitely stay here again"
United States
Rocio
The price is CA $112
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a heater, a wall-mounted phone, and a geometric-patterned window.

8. Rodeway Inn & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Desert Area

Rodeway Inn & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Desert Area
2.0 star property
Thousand Palms
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (260 reviews)
"We are budget minded and chose this hotel because of it's proximity to the casino and it's price. The room had been recently renovated and was very clean. The front office staff was polite."
United States
Jan
The price is CA $69
CA $76 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Rodeway Inn & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Desert Area
A building with a clock tower, multiple windows, and a red-tiled roof.

9. Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,988 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Adrian
The price is CA $151
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Royal Copenhagen Inn
A clear blue pool with visible lane markings.

10. High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park
2.0 star property
Joshua Tree
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Riggs
The price is CA $72
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, and a window with curtains.

11. Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA

Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA
2.0 star property
Twentynine Palms
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,133 reviews)
"Clean room, staff was amazing, brand new ac units"
United States
Leah
The price is CA $52
CA $57 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA
A spacious living room with a round wooden coffee table, two blue armchairs, and a patterned armchair.

12. Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge
2.0 star property
North State
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,669 reviews)
"Great place to stay as a solo traveler."
United States
Vania
The price is CA $149
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Sandpiper Lodge
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

13. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,066 reviews)
"Easy check in and parking which is good ."
United States
Zenia
The price is CA $95
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A balcony with a pool, chairs, and a table.

14. Inn at Palm Springs

Inn at Palm Springs
2.5 star property
Little Tuscany
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (377 reviews)
"Great boutique property and the staff are so friendly and helpful!"
United States
Souriya
The price is CA $128
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Inn at Palm Springs
A row of traditional half-timbered cottages with string lights, a sign for Solvang Inn & Cottages, and a paved walkway.

15. Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"The room was so clean and comfortable. We had a great stay. Loved the proximity to everything."
United States
Rebecca
The price is CA $142
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Solvang Inn and Cottages
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a red roof.

16. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,437 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Andrew
The price is CA $105
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
A bathroom with a large window, a countertop with a sink, and a mirror.

17. White Caps Motel

White Caps Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (855 reviews)
"Very clean for the price point in a great location would stay again"
United States
Kellie
The price is CA $107
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
White Caps Motel
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.

18. The Tides Laguna Beach

The Tides Laguna Beach
2.0 star property
North Laguna
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Went for a birthday weekend, location is perfect, hotel staff is great and the room is spacious 10/10 will be staying here from now on every-time we visit Laguna Beach."
United States
Danton
The price is CA $240
CA $274 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Tides Laguna Beach
A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a dark headboard, and a plain wall.

19. Colton Inn

Colton Inn
2.0 star property
Colton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
The price is CA $90
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Colton Inn
A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

20. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
2.0 star property
Agoura Hills
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (2,619 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice and clean room and reasonable price"
United States
Hossein
The price is CA $138
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
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Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

10/10 Excellent
"Nice accommodation's. Would stay again"
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Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

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Southern California Motels information

Number of reviews
29,514
Accommodation
133 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $57
Highest Price
CA $228

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in Southern California?
You can find a great deal from CA $57 on Southern 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 Southern 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 Southern 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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