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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.

This non-smoking motel is 5 minutes walk from the beach, marina and wharf. Highway 101 is 5 minutes’ drive from the property. Lovely staff. Great location. Free parking. Very clean and comfortable

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9.3
Superb
1,186 reviews
Price from
US$214.99
per night

Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 4.3 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. University Of California Santa Cruz is 7.7 km away and Pasatiempo Golf Club is 9.1 km from the motel. Perfect location to the beach. Spacious room. Quiet. Go for it.

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9.1
Superb
375 reviews
Price from
US$135
per night

Situated in Red Bluff, Triangle Motel features barbecue facilities. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. There is a seasonal outdoor pool and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. It is a wonderful motel. Every decision was made thoughtfully and with good taste. I always stay here when I am in the area.

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9.3
Superb
197 reviews
Price from
US$124
per night

Set in Auburn, within 33 km of William Jessup University and 38 km of Empire Ranch Golf Course, Foothills Motel offers accommodation with a bar and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Certain units at the property feature a patio with pool view. The bed was comfortable, and the pillows were large. Heater worked perfectly. Towels were high quality. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Remodel has everything updated. It feels new. Large refrigerator, in reto red. The bathroom was well lighted with a large shower, no tub. Some rooms have a balcony and all rooms are ground level.

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9.2
Superb
647 reviews
Price from
US$72
per night

Brownsville Motel is offering accommodation in Brownsville. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. There is a barbecue and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

At the hotel all rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a desk, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a patio with a mountain view. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Nice manager, quiet little town. Everything in the room was of good quality and spotlessly clean.

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9.3
Superb
110 reviews
Price from
US$85.50
per night

Wildflower Boutique Motel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Point Arena. The hotel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

Guests at Wildflower Boutique Motel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Point Arena, like hiking. It was so beautiful and spacious for a motel. Had everything you need, a fridge but no microwave in room, and the bathroom was nice and spacious too. Breakfast given in the room was very delicious.

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9.3
Superb
556 reviews
Price from
US$165
per night

Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp is located in Independence. The motel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

All rooms in the motel are fitted with a kettle. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, guest rooms at Mt Williamson Motel and Basecamp have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms are equipped with a patio. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The motel was very homey and comfortable. The bed was comfortable, the towels were fluffy, there were flannel sheets on the bed, and an interesting coffee-making system that brewed strong coffee. I would highly recommend this place to anyone.

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9.1
Superb
168 reviews
Price from
US$189.75
per night

Situated in the Culver City district of Los Angeles, Villa Brasil Motel offers a garden. Featuring a restaurant, the property also has a bar. Both free WiFi and private parking are accessible on site.

All guest rooms in the motel are fitted with a TV and fresh fruit. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower. Guest rooms will provide guests with a microwave. Very charming location with flowers and colors and decorations all over. Comfortable room, very friendly staff. Very good restaurant.

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9.1
Superb
849 reviews
Price from
US$155
per night

Diamond Bell Inn & Suites offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Bell. This 2-star motel offers a 24-hour front desk and free parking.

The units at the motel are equipped with a seating area. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a coffee machine. I had a great experience at this motel. The room was exceptionally clean, the design felt fresh and modern, and everything was well-maintained. Highly recommend for a comfortable and pleasant stay.

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9
Superb
399 reviews
Price from
US$89
per night

Pioneertown Motel is situated in Pioneertown, 46 km from Palm Springs Aerial Tramway and 49 km from O'Donnell Golf Course. With a garden, the 3-star motel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking and is located 46 km from Palm Springs Visitor Center. Very pet friendly. Well appointed. Thoughtful decor.

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9.2
Superb
396 reviews
Price from
US$182.70
per night

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