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Name: Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
Price range: $596 total

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Top Central California Kid Friendly Hotels

Yosemite Pines Retreat – Mini Ponies, Huge Yard, Spa, Pool & Play Area!

Mariposa CA

This cabin features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's fun for all ages with a playground and an arcade/game room, and families will appreciate the onsite ...

10/10 Exceptional! (341 reviews)

Families like: Private pool, kitchen, playground, game room

Travelers say...

On the day of the start of our trip, we told the host, Beth, that our arrival would be delayed due to some health challenges at home. She was so kind to leave the retreat house lit up with an unlocked back door. Very appreciative of her attention - we would've been lost in the dark without her help ...

Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026

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Pismo Lighthouse Suites

2411 Price St Pismo Beach CA

$573 nightly

$657 total

Jun 5 - Jun 6

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Traveling for business? Take advantage of the business center, laundry service, and conference space. Self ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

We love staying here but the hotel was under a remodel and we were not notified by the hotel. Play area not available along with other amenities and construction stuff was everywhere . Just would of been nice to have a heads up might of stayed somewhere else.

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA

$199 nightly

$228 total

May 14 - May 15

Total with taxes and fees

This Art Deco hotel features 3 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Families will appreciate the children's pool and barbecue grills. Enjoy the a rooftop ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,741 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, on the beach, bicycle rentals, free breakfast for the whole family

Travelers say...

Very nice room with a frig and microwave. Bothe the room and bathroom were spacious. Nice balcony with 2 chairs and a table. If there was something to call attention to, was a lack of water pressure in the bathroom. Had a nice continental breakfast with chairs and tables on a patio. In the evening ...

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Tenaya at Yosemite

1122 Highway 41 Fish Camp CA

$268 nightly

$304 total

May 17 - May 18

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 5 hot tubs are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Bring the family and enjoy the children's pool, arcade/game room, ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,188 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, game room, skiing nearby, bicycle rentals

Travelers say...

Great Resort near Yosemite. We loved the pool and relaxing after a day exploring Yosemite!

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn

40530 Highway 41 Oakhurst CA

$214 nightly

$239 total

May 25 - May 26

Total with taxes and fees

2 hot tubs, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool are all featured at this smoke-free hotel. Enjoy the gym and free perks like full breakfast and free self parking. ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,332 reviews)

We skipped breakfast but hotel and staff were amazing would definitely stay here a third time!!

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$119 nightly

$136 total

May 19 - May 20

Total with taxes and fees

This motel features a gym and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free airport ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,854 reviews)

Needs bigger bath towels, more wash clothes and that spare blanket was old & scratchy. I loved the dog park, and the pool was beautiful. The Cocktails were amazing.

Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

$223 nightly

$259 total

May 28 - May 29

Total with taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel includes 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Relax with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges and enjoy the hot tub.

8.4/10 Very Good! (584 reviews)

Nice staff Property is run down and has a lot of deferred maintenance For the price of the rooms the condition is very poor

Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

34001 Highway 120 Groveland CA

$531 nightly

$596 total

May 19 - May 20

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 hot tubs, and a restaurant are all featured at this hotel. Bring the family and enjoy the playground, arcade/game room, and kid-friendly ...

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Hotels With Pools in Central California

Tenaya at Yosemite

1122 Highway 41 Fish Camp CA

$268 nightly

$304 total

May 17 - May 18

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,188 reviews)

Hotels with Childcare in Central California

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

415 W Carmel Valley Rd Carmel Valley CA

$565 nightly

$633 total

May 25 - May 26

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (663 reviews)

Central California Kid-Friendly Hotels

It’s not a family vacation if you can’t bring the entire clan with you, is it? Next time you have a few days off from work, plan a family-friendly getaway. Set off on an adventure the entire family will love, and book your stay at one of the kid-friendly hotels in Central California.

Your little ones are the most important thing in your life, so make sure they enjoy your accommodation as much as you do. From a kids-only room service menu (macaroni and cheese, anyone?) to special perks like in-room video game consoles, these lodgings provide a little something extra for the smaller members of your crew. The best family-friendly hotels in Central California may even offer playgrounds and other activities to keep the kiddos busy. What’s more, some hotels provide a babysitting service so you can get a few hours to yourself!

Whether you’re traveling with one small child or hauling around your entire extended family, Travelocity is here to help. Let us hook you up with hotels for kids in Central California that will keep your youngsters happy without breaking the bank. You can save even more when you bundle your flight and hotel together, so what are you waiting for? Grab your family and get ready to explore!

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Recent Central California Hotel Reviews By Fellow Wanderers

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5

Posted 1 hour ago

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"Everything was pretty nice, comfortable, and clean. There were two spiders we found during our stay, but other than that all was good."

A verified traveler stayed at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

2 out of 5

Posted 1 hour ago

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"The dragging of bags in & out of buildings was terrible, we had to take an elevator & walk through 2 buildings to get to our room & go outside between buildings- some buildings did not connect making it even harder to find the room, would not recommend this for mostly this reason- people move & helpful, room clean & quiet"

A verified traveler stayed at Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

4 out of 5

Posted 3 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Very nice room with a frig and microwave. Bothe the room and bathroom were spacious. Nice balcony with 2 chairs and a table. If there was something to call attention to, was a lack of water pressure in the bathroom. Had a nice continental breakfast with chairs and tables on a patio. In the evening there was cookies which were pretty good."

A verified traveler stayed at SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

1 out of 5

Posted 9 hours ago

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"I would not recommend this place. Our room was basically filled with the bed, and the carpet was so disgustingly dirty that we had to place towels on the floor to walk without our shoes. The walls were so thin that we heard several people snoring at night, as well as phones vibrating. We hardly slept! Very disappointing!"

A verified traveler stayed at The Monterey Hotel

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5

Posted 13 hours ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Room was small but bed was comfortable and room was fairly quiet. Location felt safe. Breakfast was not included but there is a restaurant on site. Their empanadas are delicious!! There is a $17/day parking fee that is not included in the price. Did not have a chance to use the pool but it looked clean and well kept. Workout room was great!"

A verified traveler stayed at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa