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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. Cleanliness, polite and helpful staff

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9
Superb
1,099 reviews
Price from
US$179.46
per night

Hotel Corque 4 stars

Solvang

Located 5 minutes’ walk away from Old Mission Santa Ines, this boutique hotel offers a restaurant on site. It features an outdoor pool and hot tub and spacious room with free WiFi.

A flat-screen cable satellite TV with pay-per-view channels is offered in each guest room at Hotel Corque. All guest rooms include an iPod docking station, a refrigerator, a coffee machine and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Select rooms include views of Solvang Village or the Santa Ynez Hills. Quiet doors! A god send! The room was large and clean. The beds were very comfortable had a little balcony overlooking the pool. It was fantastic. 

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9.2
Superb
1,672 reviews
Price from
US$213.56
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. The location is great, in a central and practical location yet very quiet. Also great that each room has their own parking spot. The free bike rental offered is amazing and 100% worth it. John was absolutely awesome, still remember his smile and charisma!

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9
Superb
1,109 reviews
Price from
US$269.03
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 team, the location, the facilities and the price.

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9
Superb
1,572 reviews
Price from
US$357.75
per night

Club Donatello 4 stars

Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco

Centrally located in downtown San Francisco, this luxury 4-star hotel is one block from Union Square. It offers an Italian restaurant and rooftop lounge, a sauna, and spacious rooms with free WiFi.

Donatello’s Club 1500 is located on the top floor of the building and offers panoramic views of the city. Zingari Ristorante serves authentic Northern Italian cuisine. Bedroom was massive. Beds so comfortable, including the sofa bed. Little separate area for the wardrobe, fridge and tea/coffee area. The roof lounge is amazing and such a lovely treat.

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9
Superb
1,116 reviews
Price from
US$206.96
per night

Dive Palm Springs 4 stars

Palm Springs Uptown, Palm Springs

Situated in Palm Springs, 2.6 km from Palm Springs Convention Center, Dive Palm Springs provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. The property boasts an outdoor pool as well. A continental breakfast is also offered. Super Friendly Staff & Cosy Atmosphere! Great Wine List!

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9.2
Superb
276 reviews

Arky's B&B

Smith River

Arky's B&B is located in Mouth of Smith River, California. Just in front of the river beach, guests can walk to the beach from the yard. Free WiFi and free parking is available to guests.

From the living room, guests can view both the ocean and the river. The entertainment area includes a bar and billiards table. A mini golf is available in the garden. Everything - lovely staff, amazing view, access to beach, very clean, great facilities.

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9.5
Exceptional
100 reviews

Little Paradise Hotel 4 stars

Palm Springs Uptown, Palm Springs

Boasting an outdoor pool, Little Paradise Hotel is located in Palm Springs, California. Modern rooms with a curved 55-inch TV and premium movie channels are featured at this adults-only hotel.

Offering free WiFi, the guest rooms here come complete with a refrigerator, a microwave, and a fireplace. The private bathrooms include jetted massage showers and a hairdryer. Select rooms offer a fully equipped kitchen. Judy is exceptional. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and cute. The pool has great views of the mountains and the lounge chairs are very comfy.

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9.4
Superb
331 reviews

Cottage Inn & Spa 5 stars

Sonoma

Featuring a spa on site, Cottage Inn & Spa is located in Sonoma. Free WiFi access is available. Free wine passes are offered for select Sonoma wineries.

Garden views, a private entrance and an en suite bathroom with a bathrobe are offered in each air-conditioned room at Cottage Inn & Spa Sonoma. A microwave, a small refrigerator and coffee-making facilities are also included. It is very cozy, the room is very comfortable and the environment is beautiful with the spa and the fireplace.

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9.2
Superb
178 reviews
Price from
US$381.92
per night

Beverly Hills Celebrity Home 4 stars

Beverly Hills, Los Angeles

Located just 5 minutes' walk from Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills Celebrity Home features a guest house and a studio. Free WiFi is provided. The property is 12 km away from Los Angeles International Airport. I liked everything. The pool is great, heating/air condition working well, everything clean.

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9
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
US$318.73
per night

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