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A dining area with tables and chairs, a kitchen area with a coffee machine, and a counter with a cash register.

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area
2.0 star property
Yucca Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"best deal in town will stay again for sure older property, but clean and decently maintained"
United States
Michele
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Yucca Val/Joshua Tree Nat Pk Area
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a refrigerator.

2. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,810 reviews)
"Good parking, centrally located, walking distance to Carpinteria State Park."
United States
Stephen
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South
A clear blue pool with visible lane markings.

3. High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park

High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park
2.0 star property
Joshua Tree
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Riggs
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
High Desert Motel Joshua Tree National Park
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a desk lamp, a chair, a window with blinds, and a bathroom with a shower and bathtub.

4. Travelodge by Wyndham Imperial/El Centro

Travelodge by Wyndham Imperial/El Centro
2.0 star property
Imperial
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (101 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Steven
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Imperial/El Centro
A building with two red doors, a small balcony with a bird sculpture, and a potted plant in front.

5. Hamlet Inn

Hamlet Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,016 reviews)
"Centrally located and a very comfortable hotel."
United States
Gilbert
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Hamlet Inn
A rectangular pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a white fence.

6. Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA

Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA
2.0 star property
Twentynine Palms
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,183 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at a reasonable price. No frills but perfectly fine base for exploring Joshua Tree NP."
United Kingdom
Sophia Katherine
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Motel 6 Twentynine Palms, CA
A reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

7. Good Nite Inn - Calabasas

Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
2.0 star property
Agoura Hills
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,743 reviews)
"Great stay for a day!"
United States
Tolanda
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Good Nite Inn - Calabasas
A building with a clock tower, multiple windows, and a red-tiled roof.

8. Royal Copenhagen Inn

Royal Copenhagen Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,999 reviews)
"Great location! Clean room and staff was great! Will stay here again!"
United States
carolina
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Royal Copenhagen Inn
A residential area with palm trees, a clear sky, and a sunset.

9. El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park

El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park
2.0 star property
Twentynine Palms
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay close to Joshua Tree National Park. Very convenient to park right outside your door."
United States
Norman
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
El Rancho Dolores Motel at Joshua Tree National Park
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a heater, a wall-mounted phone, and a geometric-patterned window.

10. Rodeway Inn & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Desert Area

Rodeway Inn & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Desert Area
2.0 star property
Thousand Palms
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (299 reviews)
"Would stay again."
United States
Jesus
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Rodeway Inn & Suites Rancho Mirage - Palm Desert Area
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting of a coastal scene, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

11. Motel Mediteran Escondido

Motel Mediteran Escondido
2.5 star property
Kit Carson
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,064 reviews)
"Great clean room in a beautiful area, would love to stay here again."
United States
Antonio
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Motel Mediteran Escondido
A traditional building with a covered entrance, American and Danish flags, and a sign for "The King Frederik's".

12. King Frederik Inn

King Frederik Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,170 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
King Frederik Inn
A row of traditional half-timbered cottages with string lights, a sign for Solvang Inn & Cottages, and a paved walkway.

13. Solvang Inn and Cottages

Solvang Inn and Cottages
2.0 star property
Downtown Solvang
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! Clean, comfortable, and great service."
United States
Huzaifah
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Solvang Inn and Cottages
Property grounds

14. Sierra Crossing Motel

Sierra Crossing Motel
2.0 star property
Bloomington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (215 reviews)
"ALWAYS A GOOD STAY HERE"
United States
ivan
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Sierra Crossing Motel
A hotel room with three beds, each with a headboard, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lamps.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Indio

Days Inn by Wyndham Indio
2.0 star property
Indio
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"The room was clean, well managed and I enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Aniya
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Indio
Two Adirondack chairs facing a small table on a balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

16. Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach

Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
2.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,525 reviews)
"Great location and cute decor"
United States
Kellie
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Motel 6 Santa Barbara, CA - Beach
A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple balconies, and a red roof.

17. Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
2.0 star property
Carpinteria
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,665 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Eduardo
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North
A bathroom with a large window, a countertop with a sink, and a mirror.

18. White Caps Motel

White Caps Motel
2.0 star property
Midtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (916 reviews)
"Very nice place"
United States
jorge
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
White Caps Motel
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

19. Hotel Hacienda at Ontario Ranch

Hotel Hacienda at Ontario Ranch
2.0 star property
Champagne
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,022 reviews)
"Ive stayed there multiple times always clean quite and convenient and beds are comfortable"
United States
Delyne
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Hacienda at Ontario Ranch
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a modern reception desk.

20. Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort

Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort
3.5 star property
Borrego Springs
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Absolutely love this place"
United States
Jennifer
Palm Canyon Hotel & RV Resort
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Hilton Los Angeles Airport

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"The check-in line was extremely long, but other than that very nice property clean rooms and staff is very nice"
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Southern California Motels information

Number of reviews
10,236
Accommodation
139 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$80
Highest Price
AU$193