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New Haven Inn 3 stars

Solvang

This boutique modern inn offers unique air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. Solvang town centre is just a few blocks away from New Haven Inn.

Equipped with air conditioning, select rooms and suites at New Haven Inn may include patios with fire pits, double walk-in tiled showers or vaulted ceilings with chandeliers. All of the rooms feature flat-screen cable TVs and a coffee machine. The room was very modern, clean, and well-decorated. The outdoor space was very inviting and only a short walk to the middle of town.

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9
Superb
1,106 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego 3 stars

Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Staypineapple, Hotel Z, Gaslamp San Diego offers pet-friendly accommodation in San Diego. San Diego International Airport is just 4 km from the property.

Each room at this hotel features a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Select rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. All rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower that includes guest bath robes and free toiletries. Such a fun hotel! Great amenities, super friendly and helpful staff, fun vibes. Wish we stayed longer!

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9
Superb
1,098 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

La Playa Inn Santa Barbara 3 stars

West Beach, Santa Barbara

The Pacific Ocean is less than 5 minutes’ walk from this Santa Barbara property. Continental breakfast and free WiFi are provided. A refrigerator is included in each room. Santa Barbara Airport is 10 miles away. This hotel was new and extremely clean. The staff were friendly and very helpful. The bed and pillows were very comfortable, and the towels were fluffy, all elements that we appreciate in nice hotels. It was nice to be able to open our window for fresh air, and the room was quiet and comfy. The location made it possible to walk along the beach and to restaurants. Parking was free and had enough spots for the rooms in the hotel. Coffee and tea were available at all times, as well as yogurts and cold water bottles. In the morning, they provided croissants and muffins from a local bakery. We might recommend having fruit to be included in the breakfast foods. We will definitely plan to stay at this hotel again in the future.

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9.1
Superb
2,322 reviews
Price from
£226
per night

Marina Beach Motel 3 stars

West Beach, Santa Barbara

This Santa Barbara Motel, 15 minutes’ drive from the University of California Santa Barbara, offers a complimentary daily breakfast buffet and free bicycles to its guests during their stay.

Rooms are furnished with white linens and look out onto the garden. They feature cable TV, air conditioning, and coffee and tea-making facilities. A refrigerator & iron with ironing facilities are also included. - Friendly, helpful staff that keeps the property nice and clean - nice outdoor area to enjoy the complimentary coffee

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9
Superb
1,094 reviews
Price from
£182
per night

Beach Street Inn and Suites 3 stars

Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Centrally located in Santa Cruz, this inn is across from Main Beach. The inn features a courtyard area with picnic tables, an outdoor pool and guest rooms with free WiFi.

Each room at Beach Street Inn and Suites includes a microwave and a refrigerator. Coffee facilities are also provided along with cable TV. The Hotel has a great location just in front of fisherman wharf and some steps away from the boardwalk. The staff was very friendly and made us feel very comfortable. We loved the complimentary coffee, tea and popcorn. It was a plus we weren’t expecting. At night we enjoyed the hot tub!

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9
Superb
1,565 reviews
Price from
£133
per night

Home2 Suites By Hilton Anaheim Resort 3 stars

Anaheim

The Home2 Suites by Hilton Anaheim Resort, CA is conveniently located across from the entrance to Disneyland and Disney's California Adventure theme parks. It features free wireless internet throughout the entire hotel. the property was lovely large rooms nice pool and good breakfast, staff really helpful

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9
Superb
1,171 reviews
Price from
£164
per night

Ocean Park Inn 3 stars

Pacific Beach, San Diego

With an ideal location just steps from the Pacific Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Park Inn offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Guests can relax in the year around outdoor pool and hot tub. Historic oceanfront amusement park Belmont Park is 5 minutes’ drive away. very fresh room and superb lovation

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9
Superb
1,625 reviews
Price from
£212
per night

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport 3 stars

San Mateo

Hampton Inn & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco Airport is located in San Mateo, within 26 km of Shoreline Amphitheatre and 34 km of Oracle Park. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Union Square is 35 km away and Oakland Coliseum is 38 km from the hotel. The staff was so friendly and helpful. It made our stay truly enjoyable. The hotel was very clean.

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9.3
Superb
104 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

Home2 Suites By Hilton Petaluma 3 stars

Petaluma

Set in Petaluma, 30 km from Mission San Francisco Solano, Home2 Suites By Hilton Petaluma offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and an ATM. The hotel has a barbecue and a hot tub. The room was spacious, new, clean, all staffs were nice and friendly, washer and dryer and drinking water server are convenient, good breakfast, large parking lot, dog-friendly, so we were happy with everything.

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9
Superb
159 reviews
Price from
£121
per night

Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Rosa Sonoma Wine Country 3 stars

Santa Rosa

Set within 39 km of Mission San Francisco Solano and 5.9 km of Wells Fargo Center for the Arts, Hampton Inn & Suites Santa Rosa Sonoma Wine Country features rooms in Santa Rosa. Featuring a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The hotel offers a barbecue and a 24-hour front desk. The room was spacious, clean, comfortable and quiet...everything we needed after attending my daughter's wedding earlier in the day!

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9
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
£121
per night

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