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citizenM San Francisco Union Square 4 stars

Downtown San Francisco, San Francisco

Ideally set in San Francisco, citizenM San Francisco Union Square features air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property is around less than 1 km from Moscone Center, a 16-minute walk from San Francisco City Hall and 2.7 km from Oracle Park. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Union Square. It’s a wonderful place to stay in San Francisco. Very clean and modern, staff is super friendly, and the location is absolutely perfect — it’s very easy to get to/from the airport and every possible attraction is within reach. The rooms are indeed small but as a solo traveler, I didn’t have any issue with that. Can’t think of a better value-for-money option in SF.

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9
Superb
3,298 reviews
Price from
£123
per night

Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel 2 stars

Ocean Beach, San Diego

Facing the beachfront, Samesun Ocean Beach Hotel & Hostel offers 2-star accommodation in San Diego and features a shared lounge and terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides an ATM, and luggage storage for guests. Good location and facilities. Safe and relaxed vibe.

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9
Superb
1,693 reviews
Price from
£31
per night

Stay Classy

Downtown San Diego, San Diego

Stay Classy is well located in the centre of San Diego, and provides a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is located 1.4 km from San Diego Convention Center, 2.8 km from San Diego - Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and 3.1 km from USS Midway Museum. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. I love the hostel, it is very clean. Everyone has own privacy as they have the curtain for each bed. No bunks. That is great. Staff is helpful. Location is close to the gas lamp area which is about 10 minutes walking distance. Away from bar noise, a very good common area to meet and talk with someone else. The only thing I hope they can stress on is to ensure every new comer to be emphasized that they should not have phone conversation loudly during quiet time, my last night there was unhappy because of such guy and could not sleep until midnight!

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9
Superb
1,068 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

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. Great location, comfortable and spacious room. Parking.

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9
Superb
1,112 reviews
Price from
£108
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. Location is awesome. Room is spacious and clean. Staff was responsive.

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9
Superb
1,184 reviews
Price from
£192
per night

Tahquitz Pines Retreat 3 stars

Idyllwild

Set in Idyllwild, Tahquitz Pines Retreat offers a tennis court. Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel offers mountain views, a terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Tahquitz Pines is my new favorite quick getaway!! The property is beautiful and immaculate! There is so much to do! Staff is friendly and accommodating. The decor in the various rooms and cottages are first class, not fadish or glitzy, but very tasteful and eye pleasing. The grounds at night are breathtaking! I was actually amazed at the affordability of this property compared to how fantastic this property is. I expected something far less for the price. It should be called a resort instead of retreat, although I understand why. Everything has the look and feel of being brand new. Rooms have very comfortable beds and bedding, and each room of our 2 bedroom cottage had a big screen TV along with microwave and mini frig. There are some that have full kitchens. If you are going to Idyllwild, you MUST stay here!! This is coming from someone who retired from the travel industry, so I know a good property when I see one!! You will not be disappointed!! There are so many walking trails, basketball, fitness room, recreation room with ping pong and pool, and restaurant on the grounds to open in summer. Lovely pool and spa. Wonderful playground. Firewood and pits are available for that night campfire with smores for the kids! Dog friendly! You don't have to leave the grounds, but town is only a mile down the road. Loved everything about Tahquitz Pines and am planning a trip towards summer for all ten of us!

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9.2
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
£122
per night

Jazz Hotel Palm Springs

Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs

In a prime location in the centre of Palm Springs, Jazz Hotel Palm Springs provides free WiFi throughout the property, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive. The property is set 3.1 km from Palm Springs Convention Center, 3.3 km from O'Donald Golf Course and 5.1 km from Escena Golf Club. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.4 km from Palm Springs Visitor Center. Jazz Hotel is a gorgeous little gem of a hotel. Our room was spacious, well equipped and very comfy. The pool area is lovely and our room had it's own private patio out back. Staff were friendly and checkin/check out was incredibly simple. The attention to detail put into this property is excellent. We would absolutely stay here again.

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9.5
Exceptional
189 reviews
Price from
£150
per night

Sonder The Winfield

Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles

Located in Los Angeles, within 1.5 km of Staples Center and 2.9 km of LA Union Station, Sonder The Winfield provides free WiFi. The property is set 5.2 km from California Science Center, 5.5 km from Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and 6.8 km from LA Memorial Coliseum. The property is 600 metres from the city centre and 1.4 km from Microsoft Theater. The “room” was more of an apartment with a master bedroom/living room/kitchen as well as two separate bathrooms, an office/guest bedroom and a lounge/guest bedroom. There is even a dishwasher, washer and dryer. The entire living unit was beautifully furnished, kitchen and bathrooms were very modern and the bed was comfortable.

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9
Superb
310 reviews
Price from
£235
per night

Mario & Harry Potter Loft Universal Studios 10min loft apartment

Hollywood, Los Angeles

Set in Los Angeles in the California region, with Dolby Theater nearby, Mario & Harry Potter Loft Universal Studios 10min loft apartment offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 2.3 km from Capitol Records Building, 2.6 km from Hollywood Bowl and 5.4 km from Universal Studios Hollywood. Los Angeles County Museum Of Art / LACMA is 5.5 km from the apartment and Petersen Automotive Museum is 5.5 km away. well equipped apartment, good location, free garage parking, and the building rooftop terrace.

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9
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
£232
per night

Stables Inn

Paso Robles

Situated in Paso Robles, 2.1 km from Paso Robles Event Center, Stables Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is located 15 km from Mission San Miguel, 45 km from Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa and 46 km from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The hotel provides a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Clean, cosy and available for a very affordable price at the last minute

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9.1
Superb
134 reviews
Price from
£184
per night

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