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Our top choices for Northern California beach hotels

1. Truckee Donner Lodge

Truckee Donner Lodge
Truckee
¥18,673
¥21,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Truckee Donner Lodge

2. Summit View Inn

Summit View Inn
Mount Shasta
¥20,470
¥23,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Summit View Inn

3. Miramar Inn

Miramar Inn
Miramar
¥21,058
¥24,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Miramar Inn

4. Gualala Country Inn

Gualala Country Inn
Gualala
¥20,496
¥22,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Gualala Country Inn

5. Lucky 7 Casino & Hotel – Howonquet Lodge

Lucky 7 Casino & Hotel – Howonquet Lodge
Smith River
¥26,872
¥29,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Lucky 7 Casino & Hotel – Howonquet Lodge

6. The Inn at the Tides

The Inn at the Tides
Old Town Bodega Bay
¥39,760
¥45,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Inn at the Tides

7. Harbor Lite Lodge

Harbor Lite Lodge
Fort Bragg
  • Escape to a coastal retreat where the sandy shores beckon, just steps away from this bayside motel with beach access and whale watching.
¥21,587
¥24,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Harbor Lite Lodge

8. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
¥28,943
¥34,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Carmel Mission Inn

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Unwind just steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where Mediterranean charm meets seaside bliss at this sun-drenched coastal retreat.
¥21,385
¥24,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10. Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf
  • Relax beside ocean breezes with daily beach shuttle access and evening fireside retreats.
¥20,792
¥30,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Northern California

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Northern California

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Bayfront
¥23,225
¥26,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bayfront
¥17,595
¥20,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos
San Carlos
¥22,627
¥26,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Residence Inn by Marriott Redwood City San Carlos

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
Airport District
¥21,926
¥25,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

Wyndham Garden Redwood Valley/Ukiah

Wyndham Garden Redwood Valley/Ukiah
Redwood Valley
¥16,139
¥19,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Wyndham Garden Redwood Valley/Ukiah

The Inn at the Tides

The Inn at the Tides
Old Town Bodega Bay
¥39,760
¥45,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Inn at the Tides

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Watsonville
¥19,981
¥23,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo
East San Mateo
¥21,219
¥24,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/ San Mateo

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka by IHG
Eureka
¥30,538
¥34,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka by IHG

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf
¥20,792
¥30,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Northern California

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bayfront
¥17,595
¥20,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hotel Aura SFO

Hotel Aura SFO
San Bruno
¥17,749
¥21,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Hotel Aura SFO

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
¥19,595
¥22,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Bayfront
¥23,225
¥26,406 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Hyatt Place San Carlos

Hyatt Place San Carlos
San Carlos
¥20,040
¥23,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Hyatt Place San Carlos

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport
East San Mateo
¥19,796
¥22,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Inn & Suites San Mateo - San Francisco Airport

Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO
San Bruno
¥16,946
¥20,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hotel Skye SFO

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport
Airport District
¥21,926
¥25,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
Newark
¥15,507
¥17,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Bayfront
¥18,879
¥21,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
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4-star beach hotels in Northern California

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront
Bayfront
¥17,595
¥20,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hilton San Francisco Airport Bayfront

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport
Bayfront
¥18,879
¥21,464 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
DoubleTree by Hilton San Francisco Airport

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco
Redwood Shores
¥16,005
¥21,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco

LUMA Hotel San Francisco
Downtown San Francisco
¥32,546
¥38,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
LUMA Hotel San Francisco

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf
¥20,792
¥30,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
¥49,842
¥62,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Quail

Cavallo Point

Cavallo Point
Sausalito
¥94,013
¥118,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Cavallo Point

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf
¥22,730
¥34,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Caza Fisherman´s Wharf

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
¥37,887
¥44,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
¥53,972
¥62,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Find out more about Northern California

Northern California and its attractions for beach lovers

Northern California boasts a stunning coastline dotted with beautiful beaches and vibrant attractions perfect for families seeking adventure and relaxation. Begin your journey at Point Reyes National Seashore, where you can hike scenic trails and spot elephant seals basking on the shores. Just south, the charming town of Mendocino offers picturesque cliffs and quaint boutiques, with nearby beaches like Big River Beach ideal for swimming and kayaking. Further down the coast, the iconic city of Santa Cruz invites you to explore its famous boardwalk and surf culture; the sandy beaches here are perfect for building sandcastles or catching waves. For those interested in marine life, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is a must-see, featuring mesmerizing exhibits that will delight both children and adults alike. Finally, don’t miss the tranquil beauty of Half Moon Bay, where you can enjoy beach bonfires and breathtaking sunsets. Consider basing your stay in coastal towns like Santa Cruz or Monterey, where upscale hotels offer ocean views and easy beach access, ensuring you and your family can spend more time enjoying the surf and sand without the hassle of long commutes. With attentive service and luxurious amenities, you’ll find the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure.

Top Northern California Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

8/10 Good
"I was disappointed with our room assignment since we were on the top floor and very near Fisherman's wharf and downtown. Our room featured a view of the roof right next to us. Called guest services to inquire about changing and they were able to get us in another which featured a partial view, but gave up accessibility features and paid another $50/night for the entire stay. Location was convenient. Rooms were clean and staff was unfailingly pleasant. But very little space to hang or store clothing which is inconvenient if you want to unpack. One small section of the closet had four or five shelves for shoes, but not much else. None of the furniture (night stand, tables or counter tops) had drawers or doors that opened. A little odd . . ."
Susan P 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"The hotel was clean and comfortable, although a bit noisy. It was not convenient to get in and out of the parking lot, although being so close to Carmel is great. The staff was very helpful, and we enjoyed our stay."
Denise 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Carmel Mission Inn
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

Chancellor Hotel on Union Square

10/10 Excellent
"Great place really clean spot!"
Diva 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. Close to the university of San Francisco."
Sergio 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful property! Yummy Happy Hour! Beautiful view from our room!"
Kim 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina

10/10 Excellent
"Great location on the marina! Nice outdoor space to relax around the fire. Gym had everything I needed. The restaurant was ok, better options nearby. Very friendly and helpful staff."
Trisha Lynn 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Berkeley Marina
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

8/10 Good
"This is an old classic hotel and as such has its charm and a fantastic location. However, it could need some freshening up. The floor carpets are unpleasant looking and there is no AC. Monterey weather allows for keeping windows open, the local seagulls do not. I did appreciate them allowing dogs though."
Marie 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
The Monterey Hotel
Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Very good clean room, breakfast and out door Facilities"
wilfred 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Half Moon Bay Lodge
Handlery Union Square Hotel

Handlery Union Square Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Staff is helpful and very pleasant. Location was great- walking distance to Union Square."
Melissa 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Handlery Union Square Hotel

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