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Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA
$223 nightly
The price is $259 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$259 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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.
8.6/10 Excellent! (805 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Beautiful beautiful property right on the beach, gorgeous sunsets, great lobby area with a bar and coffee every morning, stunning views of the water, delicious food and their restaurant, couldn’t have asked for a better vacation spot in Monterey to stay at."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Great for beach vacations

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA
$130 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
$150 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a picnic area, and luggage storage ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"This is a great place to stay, especially if want near the beach. The room is small, and they don’t provide water bottles, which is fine. The cost is reasonable, for Capitola Beach, I would recommend looking around. You might find a better place."

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026

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Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

625 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$101 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
$116 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,471 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay because the location was great. Budget was the main reason we picked this hotel. It was walking distance to the beach and places to eat. The hotel is older and has been renovated, Things were minimal, clean, functional and fine for our budget conscious 1 night stay. Free parking ..."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

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Asilomar Conference Grounds
Great for beach vacations

Asilomar Conference Grounds

800 Asilomar Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$154 nightly
The price is $174 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$174 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and an outdoor pool are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A 24-hour business ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,037 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Rooms were clean just outdated and could use a fridge and microwave. Breakfast was ok not bad but not the best. It looks nice and is really quiet outside and close to the beach. Would not recommend to stay here if bringing kids."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

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Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

1234 Great Highway San Francisco CA
$89 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$103 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Free self parking is available and the hotel's multilingual staff can provide around-the-clock assistance. WiFi in public areas is free. Luggage storage is also ...
6.8/10 (778 reviews)
"Location was super good!! The room it was ok, property needs better maintenance!! Good parking lot"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

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Sanctuary Beach Resort
Great for beach vacations

Sanctuary Beach Resort

3295 Dunes Rd Marina CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$501 nightly
The price is $578 total per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
$578 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free resort features a private beach, a full-service spa, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas ...
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Great for beach vacations

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$299 nightly
The price is $340 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$340 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like free ...
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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$165 nightly
The price is $190 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$190 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and self parking. A terrace, a lobby fireplace, and express check-out are also on offer.
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Currently, we have resorts and hotels in Northern California on the beach going from $103 a night to $2,098 for top-end luxury. Prices vary depending on your travel dates, amenities, and neighborhood.


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Many Northern California hotels on the beach have pools. You can choose which amenities you want and use our pool filter to see the Northern California beach hotels that have pools on site.


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Prices for Northern California beach hotels currently start at just $103 a night. With 46 Northern California beach hotels to choose from, you have stacks of tempting options, whatever your budget.


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Enjoy swimming, reading, and sunbathing on the beach in Northern California. There’s also action-packed beach fun and watersport adventures, too. Check each hotel’s information section to find out what’s available.


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