Rooms fill up fast at the 59-room Anaheim Del Sol Inn, which is not surprising considering it's a clean, budget-and-family friendly hotel across the street from the entrance to Disneyland. With its proximity to the park and budget friendly restaurants, rooms designed specifically with kids in mind, heated outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, free continental breakfast, and cookies in the lobby, it's a very popular choice for families. This hotel is a Disney Good Neighbor, so tickets to Disneyland can be purchased in the lobby for the same price as at the gates, minus the line. However, there's no full restaurant or gym, and room decor is a bit drab.
Rooms fill up fast at the 59-room Anaheim Del Sol Inn, which is not surprising considering it's a clean, budget-and-family friendly hotel across the street from the entrance to Disneyland. With its proximity to the park and budget friendly restaurants, rooms designed specifically with kids in mind, heated outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi, free continental breakfast, and cookies in the lobby, it's a very popular choice for families. This hotel is a Disney Good Neighbor, so tickets to Disneyland can be purchased in the lobby for the same price as at the gates, minus the line. However, there's no full restaurant or gym, and room decor is a bit drab.
The Hayes Mansion was built at the beginning of the 20th century as a private residence, and then was later purchased by the city of San Jose and made into a historical landmark. It’s now a carefully restored hotel that doubles as an events center. A large ballroom and several different meeting rooms are scattered around the estate's garden grounds, making the resort popular for weddings and Silicon Valley company getaways. The rooms are simple with slightly dated decor, but beds are plush, there are flat-screen TVs, and some offer views of the grounds amid Spanish Revival-style buildings. Keep in mind however that not all the balconies are private. The property's also a bit out of the way for tourists, but the Hayes Mansion’s more secluded atmosphere is also one of the best reasons to consider staying here.
The Hayes Mansion was built at the beginning of the 20th century as a private residence, and then was later purchased by the city of San Jose and made into a historical landmark. It’s now a carefully restored hotel that doubles as an events center. A large ballroom and several different meeting rooms are scattered around the estate's garden grounds, making the resort popular for weddings and Silicon Valley company getaways. The rooms are simple with slightly dated decor, but beds are plush, there are flat-screen TVs, and some offer views of the grounds amid Spanish Revival-style buildings. Keep in mind however that not all the balconies are private. The property's also a bit out of the way for tourists, but the Hayes Mansion’s more secluded atmosphere is also one of the best reasons to consider staying here.
The upper-middle-range Crowne Plaza Hotel San Diego isn't an ideal spot for those hoping to walk to attractions, but its relatively central location right off the freeway makes it a convenient base for driving around the city. The tropical decor feels dated, and enforced quiet zones, the nearby golf course, and large rooms with ergonomic work chairs make the venue a fit for business travelers, but everyone has to sign up with IHG's rewards club (it's free) if they don't want to pay for Wi-Fi. The nearby Courtyard Marriott is a bit pricier, but it’s much more modern -- with free Wi-Fi for all. Just to the south in Old Town, BEST WESTERN PLUS Hacienda Hotel has interesting local flair and cheaper rates.****
The upper-middle-range Crowne Plaza Hotel San Diego isn't an ideal spot for those hoping to walk to attractions, but its relatively central location right off the freeway makes it a convenient base for driving around the city. The tropical decor feels dated, and enforced quiet zones, the nearby golf course, and large rooms with ergonomic work chairs make the venue a fit for business travelers, but everyone has to sign up with IHG's rewards club (it's free) if they don't want to pay for Wi-Fi. The nearby Courtyard Marriott is a bit pricier, but it’s much more modern -- with free Wi-Fi for all. Just to the south in Old Town, BEST WESTERN PLUS Hacienda Hotel has interesting local flair and cheaper rates.****
The upper-middle-range Orchard Garden is the sister property to the larger Orchard Hotel just down the street. Its green practices, including a reliance on recycled materials, sustainably-grown wood furnishings, and chemical-free cleaning products appeal to environmentally-conscious and discerning travelers alike. But for all its commendable certifications, the hotel feels small and mundane. The sustainable restaurant and narrow rooftop deck are the venue's only notable features, with a small business center and a paltry fitness room rounding out the on-site amenities. The rooms are small, a common eco-friendly trade-off and worth it for those who care more about their carbon footprint than their lounging space. The property’s location between Chinatown and the Financial District is a big plus, but the area can be noisy. The nearby boutique Galleria Park Hotel tends to have lower rates with similar amenities and more style.
The upper-middle-range Orchard Garden is the sister property to the larger Orchard Hotel just down the street. Its green practices, including a reliance on recycled materials, sustainably-grown wood furnishings, and chemical-free cleaning products appeal to environmentally-conscious and discerning travelers alike. But for all its commendable certifications, the hotel feels small and mundane. The sustainable restaurant and narrow rooftop deck are the venue's only notable features, with a small business center and a paltry fitness room rounding out the on-site amenities. The rooms are small, a common eco-friendly trade-off and worth it for those who care more about their carbon footprint than their lounging space. The property’s location between Chinatown and the Financial District is a big plus, but the area can be noisy. The nearby boutique Galleria Park Hotel tends to have lower rates with similar amenities and more style.
The 25-room mid-range boutique Andreas Hotel & Spa is located
in historic downtown Palm Springs, with dining, entertainment, and casinos within
walking distance. The landmark hotel is simple but nonetheless has a refined vibe, and
the celebrity-themed suites up the glamour quotient. Decor in rooms and common
areas recalls the hotel's beginnings in 1935, with warm, cozy Spanish Revival
and Craftsman-style design. The 24-hour pool and outdoor fireplaces give the
Andreas a secluded old Hollywood hideaway atmosphere that is at the same time both fun and restful.
The 25-room mid-range boutique Andreas Hotel & Spa is located
in historic downtown Palm Springs, with dining, entertainment, and casinos within
walking distance. The landmark hotel is simple but nonetheless has a refined vibe, and
the celebrity-themed suites up the glamour quotient. Decor in rooms and common
areas recalls the hotel's beginnings in 1935, with warm, cozy Spanish Revival
and Craftsman-style design. The 24-hour pool and outdoor fireplaces give the
Andreas a secluded old Hollywood hideaway atmosphere that is at the same time both fun and restful.
The 105-room Ramada Plaza Anaheim is a mid-range property with a magnificent fountain that’s less than a 15-minute walk to Disneyland attractions, restaurants, the Anaheim GardenWalk, and the Anaheim Convention Center. Traditional-style rooms come with microwaves, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and granite countertops. While the decor is typical chain hotel, the vibe is personal -- with a manager who knew every guest's name when we visited. The outdoor pool and hot tub have plenty of greenery, and there's a popular Indian restaurant on-site, along with a small fitness center with a handful of cardio machines and a sauna, and a business center. Wi-Fi and underground garage parking are free, although there's a fee to use the local-area shuttle.
The 105-room Ramada Plaza Anaheim is a mid-range property with a magnificent fountain that’s less than a 15-minute walk to Disneyland attractions, restaurants, the Anaheim GardenWalk, and the Anaheim Convention Center. Traditional-style rooms come with microwaves, coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and granite countertops. While the decor is typical chain hotel, the vibe is personal -- with a manager who knew every guest's name when we visited. The outdoor pool and hot tub have plenty of greenery, and there's a popular Indian restaurant on-site, along with a small fitness center with a handful of cardio machines and a sauna, and a business center. Wi-Fi and underground garage parking are free, although there's a fee to use the local-area shuttle.
The 23-room Spanish Garden Inn is a charming upscale boutique property housed in a lovely Spanish-style building with atmospheric Mediterranean interiors to match. Lovely rooms and suites feature exposed wood beams against white walls and ceilings, as well as gas fireplaces and private balconies or patios. The pretty grounds offer patios with seating and potted plants as well as a small outdoor pool. A free continental breakfast is served daily and other conveniences include free Wi-Fi throughout, free underground parking, in-room spa services (for a fee), and a small fitness room. The central location means that restaurants, shops, and several attractions are within walking distance; State Street, Santa Barbara’s main drag, is just three blocks away. Travelers seeking something near the beach might want to consider the Hyatt Santa Barbara.
The 23-room Spanish Garden Inn is a charming upscale boutique property housed in a lovely Spanish-style building with atmospheric Mediterranean interiors to match. Lovely rooms and suites feature exposed wood beams against white walls and ceilings, as well as gas fireplaces and private balconies or patios. The pretty grounds offer patios with seating and potted plants as well as a small outdoor pool. A free continental breakfast is served daily and other conveniences include free Wi-Fi throughout, free underground parking, in-room spa services (for a fee), and a small fitness room. The central location means that restaurants, shops, and several attractions are within walking distance; State Street, Santa Barbara’s main drag, is just three blocks away. Travelers seeking something near the beach might want to consider the Hyatt Santa Barbara.
The 27-room Rodeway Inn is a straightforward budget motel in the heart of Hollywood. It's just a short walk from the Chinese Theater, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and other Hollywood Boulevard attractions, but the neighborhood can feel seedy. Rooms are moderately sized, bright, and clean, though the furniture is obviously not new. The motel has a small pool, (a somewhat meager) free continental breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.
The 27-room Rodeway Inn is a straightforward budget motel in the heart of Hollywood. It's just a short walk from the Chinese Theater, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and other Hollywood Boulevard attractions, but the neighborhood can feel seedy. Rooms are moderately sized, bright, and clean, though the furniture is obviously not new. The motel has a small pool, (a somewhat meager) free continental breakfast, and free Wi-Fi.
The 138-room Quality Suites San Luis Obispo is a budget-friendly, mid-range, all-suite property within walking distance of downtown San Luis Obispo and California Polytechnic State University. It offers amenities like a pleasant fitness center, an outdoor pool and hot tub, patio seating, a cantina, laundry facilities, and a business center. Suites have separate living rooms, wet bars, two 25-inch flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and mini-fridges. Room decor might be a bit old-fashioned, but the location is prime, and it would be tough to beat its prices -- especially with freebies like breakfast, Wi-Fi, a shuttle, and bikes to borrow.
The 138-room Quality Suites San Luis Obispo is a budget-friendly, mid-range, all-suite property within walking distance of downtown San Luis Obispo and California Polytechnic State University. It offers amenities like a pleasant fitness center, an outdoor pool and hot tub, patio seating, a cantina, laundry facilities, and a business center. Suites have separate living rooms, wet bars, two 25-inch flat-screen TVs, microwaves, and mini-fridges. Room decor might be a bit old-fashioned, but the location is prime, and it would be tough to beat its prices -- especially with freebies like breakfast, Wi-Fi, a shuttle, and bikes to borrow.
The 25-room mid-range San Luis Creek Lodge delivers English charm in the heart of San Luis Obispo -- with Tudor design, a charming breakfast room, and tea with baked snacks in the lobby. Exposed wooden beams, fireplaces, four-poster beds, and whirlpool tubs create a romantic atmosphere in English-country-style in some of the rooms. Be aware that the hotel doesn't have an elevator, and the parking lot is small. Freebies include Wi-Fi, breakfast, DVD rentals, and popcorn.
The 25-room mid-range San Luis Creek Lodge delivers English charm in the heart of San Luis Obispo -- with Tudor design, a charming breakfast room, and tea with baked snacks in the lobby. Exposed wooden beams, fireplaces, four-poster beds, and whirlpool tubs create a romantic atmosphere in English-country-style in some of the rooms. Be aware that the hotel doesn't have an elevator, and the parking lot is small. Freebies include Wi-Fi, breakfast, DVD rentals, and popcorn.