The Best Hotels for First Time Visitors in California

Where to Stay if You've Never Been to California

Big Sur, California

Are you looking for a hotel for your first trip to California? With plenty of activities and sites, this is a great destination for first-time visitors. So if you're deciding where to stay on your first trip to California, don't worry, we've got you covered. We've analyzed the hotels in California to find out which are the best for first timers based on price, amenities, location, reviews, and guest ratings. In this guide, we'll be showcasing the best hotels for first-time visitors in California, taking into consideration all of these important factors. Whether you're traveling solo, with family, or with friends, there's a hotel that caters to every traveler's needs to make the most of your first trip here. So, if you're visiting California for the first time, the hotels below will be great options, as many of them have pools, breakfast, and plenty of comforts to help you relax. So, here they are, the best hotels in California for first time visitors.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

Also, take a look at the first time trip hotels in nearby destinations: Fresno, Mammoth Lakes, Mariposa, Oakhurst, and Visalia.

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How much do hotels for first-time visitors cost in California?

Travelers to California will have a large number of terrific first time trip accommodation options with a variety of great prices. The price of first time trip hotels here can vary by amenities, dates, and the neighborhood. Based on thorough data from 1962 first time trip hotels, their average price is a very reasonable $233. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in California.

The average prices of our suggested first time trip hotels by star rating:

• 5-star hotels: $750
• 4-star hotels: $327
• 3-star hotels: $215
• 2-star hotels: $171