Top 10 California Hotels of 2026

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Tonight

Tomorrow

This weekend

Next weekend

Our top choices for California hotels

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

1. Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 2.3 km from California

Frances

RM587 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious indoor patio with a fire pit, wooden pergola, and comfortable seating areas.

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown, KY

Downtown Louisville, 2.3 km from California

peter

RM554 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central escalator, seating areas, and modern lighting.

3. Hyatt Regency Louisville

Downtown Louisville, 2.6 km from California

Michael Jered

RM610 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a fire pit.

4. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 2.1 km from California

Derek

RM504 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A grand lobby with ornate columns, plush seating, and a chandelier.

5. The Brown Hotel

Downtown Louisville, 2.1 km from California

John

RM573 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large screen.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG

Downtown Louisville, 2.1 km from California

evelyn

RM567 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

An indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a view of the street outside.

7. Aloft by Marriott Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 3 km from California

Anthony

RM588 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A modern interior with large windows offering a city view, a circular light fixture, and leather seating.

8. Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Downtown Louisville, 2.8 km from California

Judy

RM654 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a central chandelier, and seating areas with tables and chairs.

9. Omni Louisville Hotel

Downtown Louisville, 2.6 km from California

Kristan

RM977 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern bar area with a circular bar, multiple seating options, and a large screen.

10. Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

Downtown Louisville, 3.2 km from California

Sarah

RM458 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

An art gallery with wooden floors, large paintings, and a sculpture on a pedestal.

11. 21c Museum Hotel Louisville

Downtown Louisville, 2.3 km from California

Matt

RM752 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern restaurant with hanging light fixtures, a bar area, and various seating options.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 2.2 km from California

james

RM469 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern brick facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 2.8 km from California

Robin

RM541 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A brick building with outdoor seating and a fire pit.

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Louisville North

4.5 km from California

Lori M

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern interior with a fireplace, bookshelves, a green sofa, and leather chairs.

15. The Grady

Downtown Louisville, 2.5 km from California

Donna

RM748 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern building with a restaurant on the ground floor, featuring large windows and outdoor seating.

16. Louisville Marriott Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 2.6 km from California

Ricardo

RM701 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a long countertop, and a variety of food items displayed.

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 2.9 km from California

Kim

RM486 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A spacious living area with a grey sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden reception desk.

18. Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

Fairgrounds, 5.4 km from California

Abigale

RM572 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Downtown

Downtown Louisville, 2.9 km from California

Eric

RM486 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A breakfast bar with a sign reading "HAPPY BREAKFAST STARTS HERE," a coffee machine, and various food items.

20. Hampton Inn New Albany Louisville West

6.1 km from California

Wayne

RM447 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

View all properties

Compare popular hotels in California

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Towneplace Suites By Marriott Louisville Downtown	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 812 reviews	View
Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
The Brown Hotel	4.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,417 reviews	View
Homewood Suites By Hilton Louisville Airport	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 614 reviews	View
Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 597 reviews	View

Where to stay in California

Find the best California areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A steamboat docked at a pier with a bridge in the background.

Downtown Louisville

The cultural heart of the city beats with baseball, boxing and music, with sporting fields, live bands and a center for Muhammad Ali, the city’s most famous son.

See properties

A nighttime cityscape with a brightly lit bridge and a skyline featuring a prominent dome-shaped building.

St. Matthews

St. Matthews is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mall St. Matthews and Saint Matthews Pavilion Shopping Center.

See properties

A historical marker for the Conrad-Caldwell House, detailing its architectural style and history.

Old Louisville

Old Louisville is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Ohio River Valley and Asia Institute Crane House while in the area.

See properties

A nighttime hot air balloon festival with colorful balloons, including one labeled "OLIVER WINERY."

Fairgrounds

While visiting Fairgrounds, you might make a stop by sights like Freedom Hall and Kentucky Kingdom.

See properties

A city skyline at dusk with illuminated buildings reflecting on the water.

Jeffersontown

Jeffersontown is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jeffersontown Commons Shopping Center and Bluegrass Indoor Karting while you're in town.

See properties

Top California Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was nice & helpful. Hotel was clean. The food in the bar area was good. I would stay here again"

Derby City Gaming & Hotel - A Churchill Downs Property (Adults Only)

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was fantastic. We stayed in one of the large king suites and it was the size of a small house. The separate living area with another TV and large sectional was nice. Also for our room, they should note that the derby has practice from 5am until 10am. One of the windows faced the track and it was a nice surprise to look out the window and see them practicing. You can pull the shade down if you don't want to see it. There was ample seating and several desks and vanities. Near the "kitchen area" you have counter tops and a hidden mini-fridge and a deep sink. One draw back was the kithen lacked a microwave or a way to reheat food. The bathroom was spacious, with a large walk in shower & a separate toilet area with a door. The bedroom was large and the bed had more than enough pillows. The king size pillow-top mattress is the one big drawback from the room, It was very stiff even though it said pillow-top mattress. Everything else was great with our stay. I would highly recommend a stay here. We will be back again in the future. Extra bonus: While I was waking up and packing my wife tried out the casino in the hotel and she played a few games and spent around $100 and won $300+. So she smartly cashed out her winnings and left ahead!"

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in California?

You'll be sure to have fun exploring Louisville's California neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Ohio River Valley and Union Station as part of your California travel plans.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in California, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals in California.

What are the top things to see and do in California?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in California are Ohio River Valley and Union Station. Louisville Urban League and Kentucky Center for African American Heritage are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Louisville.

Hotels in California, Louisville

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Star rating

Guest rating

Our top choices for California hotels

1. Embassy Suites Louisville Downtown

2. Homewood Suites by Hilton Louisville Downtown, KY

3. Hyatt Regency Louisville

4. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Louisville Downtown

5. The Brown Hotel

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Louisville Downtown by IHG

7. Aloft by Marriott Louisville Downtown

8. Galt House Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham

9. Omni Louisville Hotel

10. Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

11. 21c Museum Hotel Louisville

12. Hilton Garden Inn Louisville Downtown

13. Courtyard by Marriott Louisville Downtown

14. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Louisville North

15. The Grady

16. Louisville Marriott Downtown

17. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Louisville Downtown

18. Staybridge Suites Louisville Expo Center by IHG

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Louisville Downtown

20. Hampton Inn New Albany Louisville West

Compare popular hotels in California

Where to stay in California

Downtown Louisville

St. Matthews

Old Louisville

Fairgrounds

Jeffersontown

Top California Hotel Reviews

Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown-Whiskey Row

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia