Book Kid-Friendly Hotels in Northern California from $88

Name: Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
Price range: $216 total
Rating: 8.2

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Top Northern 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 ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (295 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Our family of 5 really enjoyed this property! Private and quiet. Away from light pollution so the dark skies were amazing! Exactly what we were looking for. It was so sweet to be greeted by Oliver and French Fry everyday. And Eddie the cat was a sweetheart. House was clean and beds were comfortable. ...

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

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Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

34001 Highway 120 Groveland CA

$247 total

per night

Jan 28 - Jan 29

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! (1,001 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

My room was amazing. I had great cleaning services, very happy and helpful resort staff and an awesome time enjoying the pool, rec room and enjoyed relaxing outside. I will definitely recommend to my friends!

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Tenaya at Yosemite

1122 Highway 41 Fish Camp CA

$153 total

per night

Feb 2 - Feb 3

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, ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,891 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Beautiful with lots of activities for kids

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

HYATT house Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area

5800 Shellmound Street Emeryville CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$171 total

per night

Feb 12 - Feb 13

This hotel features an outdoor pool, a gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,205 reviews)

Clean and quiet room. Great breakfast. Wonderful view.

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Hyatt Centric Santa Clara Silicon Valley

3100 Lakeside Dr Santa Clara CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$159 total

per night

Feb 15 - Feb 16

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 4 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,284 reviews)

This was the best hotel that I have ever stayed in! Great staff, Nice service, and very clean hotel!

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

250 Beach Street San Francisco CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$189 total

per night

Jan 28 - Jan 29

A restaurant and a 24-hour gym are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,373 reviews)

Clean room

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

150 Anza Blvd Burlingame CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$148 total

per night

Jan 30 - Jan 31

This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, express check-in, and ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,909 reviews)

great location, lovely comfortable rooms, free convenient airport shuttle. laundry room, free breakfast with egg station, casual atmosphere, very family oriented, beautiful hotel design. Breakfast selection was not as big as Huntsville nor the staff as attentive. Housekeeping and front desk staff ...

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$216 total

per night

Feb 2 - Feb 3

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.

8.2/10 Very Good! (443 reviews)

Great

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

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 Northern California

Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Francisco

2 New Montgomery St San Francisco CA

$391 total

per night

Feb 20 - Feb 21

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Hotels with Childcare in Northern California

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

One Old Ranch Road Carmel CA

$509 total

per night

Jan 26 - Jan 27

9/10 Wonderful! (779 reviews)

Northern 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 Northern 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 Northern 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 Northern 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!