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Pismo View Inn
Pismo View Inn
2.5 out of 5
555 Camino Mercado, Arroyo Grande, CA
  • 7 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $79 per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$79
per night
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Stay at this motel in Arroyo Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and barbecue grills. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,156 reviews)
"Terrible beds, noisey people there and with no on site management there was littl we could do to stop the 2:30 am chatter by the pool Responsible, clean and had parking"

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2023

Pismo View Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
  • 5 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $193 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$193
per night
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,666 reviews)
"Had a great time in Monterey."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2023

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
1350 N 1st Street, San Jose, CA
  • 6 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $110 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$110
per night
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Jose. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Levi's Stadium and California's ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Im happy we chose to stay here! 15$ parking is no big deal to me i didnt mind. Friendly staff is my biggest concern when bringing my family places so im thankful for the kindness we were shown here. The fire pit was nice. Clean room and clean floors through out. Paying for breakfast seemed like a ..."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2023

Holiday Inn San Jose - Silicon Valley, an IHG Hotel
Shore Cliff Hotel
Shore Cliff Hotel
3 out of 5
2555 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
  • 7 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $137 per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$137
per night
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,054 reviews)
"The property was very nice. It was very clean, the room was clean, the views are excellent. The staff is friendly. This is one of the best hotels I’ve stayed at in a long time! Will definitely be returning!!"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2023

Shore Cliff Hotel
Monterey Tides
Monterey Tides
3.5 out of 5
2600 Sand Dunes Dr, Monterey, CA
  • 5 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $199 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$199
per night
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast, and WiFi. Our guests praise the restaurant and the overall value in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,932 reviews)
"The place is right on the beach ! Listen to the waves at night can’t beat it !!"

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2023

Monterey Tides
Cottage Inn By The Sea
Cottage Inn By The Sea
3 out of 5
2351 Price St, Pismo Beach, CA
  • 7 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $144 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$144
per night
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The location is beautiful. But the rooms don’t have AC and it was stifling in our room so we had to open the windows to at least get some air. But our room faced the parking lot of the restaurant next door and the street - so it was very noisy all night. We didn’t sleep a wink. If we had a room on ..."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2023

Cottage Inn By The Sea
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
  • 5 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $278 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$278
per night
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the room service and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,423 reviews)
"Such a beautiful hotel. Loved the spa as well. Great relaxing vibe."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2023

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2241 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA
  • 7 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $179 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$179
per night
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,243 reviews)
"We enjoyed an amazing stay at the Seacrest. The view, particularly at sunset with the fire pits, was the best part of the stay. Property has been updated. I wish 1) there were new doors-lots of noise from 101 and other guests and 2) the complimentary breakfast was upgraded (we only enjoyed coffee, ..."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2023

SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
3 out of 5
100 Stimson Ave, Pismo Beach, CA
  • 7 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $160 per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$160
per night
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,113 reviews)
"Beachfront property. Walk to pier easily. If the hotel is not full, they will upgrade your room. Very quiet at night. Highly recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2023

Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
  • 5 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $199 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$199
per night
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free parking, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the restaurant and the spacious rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,195 reviews)
"Rooms are old. Need renovations. Very expensive for bot renovated rooms"

Reviewed on Oct 3, 2023

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel
The Monterey Hotel
3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
  • 5 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $139 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$139
per night
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Nice location, beautiful renewed cozy hoteñl and great service"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2023

The Monterey Hotel
Mammoth Mountain Inn
Mammoth Mountain Inn
3 out of 5
10400 Minaret Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
  • 2 hours drive from Yosemite National Park
The price is $155 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
$155
per night
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Mammoth Lakes. Enjoy 4 spa tubs, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Popular attractions Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort and Mammoth ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great time!
"Our stay was excellent. The rooms were clean, comfortable and convenient. My only concern is the shower floor in room 903 does not feel solid. It squeaks and gives you the impression that you will fall through the floor. The squeaking had to be noisy for the room below."

Reviewed on Oct 4, 2023

Mammoth Mountain Inn
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