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Top Central California Kid Friendly Hotels

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

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! (347 reviews)

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

Travelers say...
"Amazing place! Great location."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

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Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite
Great for families

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

34001 Highway 120 Groveland CA
$445 nightly
The price is $499 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$499 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, playground, game room, skiing nearby

Travelers say...
"Property was beautiful, close to Yosemite gate, and food was great!"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

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Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn

Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn

40530 Highway 41 Oakhurst CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$209 nightly
The price is $233 total per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
$233 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (1,407 reviews)
"This hotel’s rooms and bathrooms are outdated and the sheets were questionably clean. Carpet is old furniture is old the ac unit is old and who knows what type of germs live inside . The receptionist had an attitude , the breakfast was in my opinion terrible . You can hear everything through the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

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Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$129 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$148 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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! (2,028 reviews)
"Clean rooms. Affordable. 5 minutes away from pismo beach pier. Free breakfast. Free drink voucher. I loved this place. 10/10. Would book again."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

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Pismo Lighthouse Suites

Pismo Lighthouse Suites

2411 Price St Pismo Beach CA
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 ...
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SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Great for families

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$269 nightly
The price is $309 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$309 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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 ...
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Tenaya at Yosemite
Great for families

Tenaya at Yosemite

1122 Highway 41 Fish Camp CA
$231 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
$262 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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, ...
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Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA
$239 nightly
The price is $277 total per night from Aug 27 to Aug 28
$277 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
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.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Pools in Central California

Hotels with Childcare in Central California

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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