Book Kid-Friendly Hotels in Central 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 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 ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (294 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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Pismo Lighthouse Suites

2411 Price St Pismo Beach CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$245 nightly

$281 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. There's fun for all ages with mini golf and a playground, and families will appreciate the onsite laundry ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, playground, miniature golf, game room

Travelers say...

Carpets need some deep cleaning/change

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Rush Creek Lodge and Spa at Yosemite

34001 Highway 120 Groveland CA

$200 nightly

$225 total

Dec 15 - Dec 16

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! (1,002 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

It’s a complete package of everything we wanted. The lodge was so perfect in a beautiful setting.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Best Western Plus Yosemite Gateway Inn

40530 Highway 41 Oakhurst CA

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$109 nightly

$122 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

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! (1,155 reviews)

Place was great, comfortable, close to everything

Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

2241 Price Street Pismo Beach CA

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$169 nightly

$194 total

Dec 8 - Dec 9

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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,611 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Our room had a large balcony and from it during daylight hours we could see the ocean. The hotel is on a bluff but has stairs where guests can walk down to Pismo Beach and walk for miles on the pristine sand and then on the Boardwalk. You can also walk to the cute shops and onto the Pismo Pier. The ...

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Tenaya at Yosemite

1122 Highway 41 Fish Camp CA

$183 nightly

$208 total

Dec 17 - Dec 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, ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,865 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Activities

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Oxford Suites Pismo Beach

651 Five Cities Dr Pismo Beach CA

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$110 nightly

$126 total

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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 ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,683 reviews)

The hotel is very accommodating especially if you have a dog. The happy hour social & the free drink is a nice touch to meet other travelers. In is a wonderful spot if you have children & dogs to travel with.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$186 nightly

$216 total

Dec 21 - Dec 22

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.

8.2/10 Very Good! (417 reviews)

room was great and staff excellent

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

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Hotels With Pools in Central California

Tenaya at Yosemite

1122 Highway 41 Fish Camp CA

$183 nightly

$208 total

Dec 17 - Dec 18

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,865 reviews)

Hotels with Childcare in Central California

Bernardus Lodge & Spa

415 W Carmel Valley Rd Carmel Valley CA

$505 nightly

$567 total

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

9.6/10 Exceptional! (648 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

The Monterey Hotel

5 out of 5

Posted 2 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"The room was clean and staff was really friendly. The location is amazing and we were able to walk everywhere. We also enjoyed the hot chocolate and coffee in the morning. The room did get a little warm because there is no AC and the open window wasn't getting the cool air from outside. This was at the end of December on cold days so keep that in mind during the Summer. There was a portable fan in the room that helped a little. Street noise was REALLY Loud at night, and window had to be open due to no AC. There must be a bar near the street because you could hear glass being dumped frequently and a lot of street noises until very late. "

A verified traveler stayed at The Monterey Hotel

The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park

5 out of 5

Posted 5 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"We really enjoyed our stay. The room was comfortable, the grounds were beautiful, and the location made it incredibly easy to get to all the major trails and attractions. The only downside was that I had called ahead to confirm a microwave in the room and was told there would be one, but there wasn’t when we arrived."

A verified traveler stayed at The Ranch at Death Valley – Inside the Park

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel

5 out of 5

Posted 6 days ago

Travelocity Verified Review

"Our room had a large balcony and from it during daylight hours we could see the ocean. The hotel is on a bluff but has stairs where guests can walk down to Pismo Beach and walk for miles on the pristine sand and then on the Boardwalk. You can also walk to the cute shops and onto the Pismo Pier. The pier has a Christmas tree lit up at night that you can see from the hotel."

A verified traveler stayed at SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel