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Our guide on where to stay in Central California

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Downtown San Jose

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Jose. You can visit top attractions like SAP Center at San Jose and San Pedro Square, and jump on the metro at Santa Clara Station or St James Station to see more of the city.

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Our pick of the best Central California Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$387 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
NZ$387
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (2,801 reviews)
Just general ambience and facility was nice!

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Vagabond Inn Bishop

Vagabond Inn Bishop

3 out of 5
1030 N Main St Bishop CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$170 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
NZ$170
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,894 reviews)
Clean room. Nice bed

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Vagabond Inn Bishop
Spyglass Inn

Spyglass Inn

3 out of 5
2705 Spyglass Dr Pismo Beach CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$178 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
NZ$178
4 Dec - 5 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,328 reviews)
Had to take shelter from a severe storm was able to secure a beautiful room along the coast with a fireplace. Staff was great. Ended up having to extend the stay due to then becoming sick. Great place to stay if you're going to be sick. Beautiful, quiet perfect as always.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Spyglass Inn
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Yosemite Valley featuring mountains and a waterfall

Yosemite Valley

5/5(36 reviews)

From Yosemite Falls to Half Dome and El Capitan, you can see some of the most stunning scenery in the world from Yosemite National Park’s central valley.

Yosemite Valley
Yosemite Falls which includes a cascade and mountains

Yosemite National Park

The hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains full of diverse wildlife make this national park one of the country’s most picturesque.

Yosemite National Park
Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort featuring snowboarding and snow

Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort

4.5/5(3 reviews)

When this mountain’s very long ski season ends, great mountain biking begins. Enjoy the fresh air, beautiful scenery and fun events year-round.

Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort

What to do in Central California

Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets

NZ$80
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Aquarium of the Pacific Timed Tickets
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach

NZ$62
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach
Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour

Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour

NZ$25
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Long Beach Harbor 45-Minute Boat Tour
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Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my flight booking to Central California due to COVID-19?
Our handy Customer Service Portal is your one-stop shop for most travel queries, including about flight changes related to COVID-19. For greater peace of mind, we recommend looking over the terms and conditions of your fare before booking.
What's the best way to find cheap flights to Central California that have flexible change policies?
Search for your cheap flights to Central California, then tick the "No change fee" box directly under the "Flexible change policies" filter. It's that easy. We appreciate that plans can change and flexibility is essential, so you can book with confidence with Expedia.
What are some of the general tips for travellers to Central California during the COVID-19 outbreak?
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we travel, but it hasn't put the brakes on our eagerness for exploring. Here are a few tips on how to navigate travel's new challenges:
  • Research if any travel restrictions apply to your origin and destination before booking your flight. Also check if there are any conditions you'll need to follow on arrival, such as installing a contact tracing app.
  • You must wear a face mask throughout your travel experience, even at screening checkpoints. Be prepared to lower your mask for identification purposes when asked.
  • Rather than handing a TSA officer your boarding pass, position it directly on the scanner yourself. Then, hold it up for inspection.
  • One liquid hand sanitizer container is now permitted in your carry-on baggage. It must not be larger than 12 oz (350 ml), and you'll have to take it out of your bag for scanning.
  • To reduce handling during the screening process, place personal items such as your phone, wallet and keys into your carry-on instead of into the bins.
  • If you're bringing food on the plane, place it in a clear plastic bag and then into a screening bin. This reduces the likelihood that a TSA officer will need to touch your carry-on bag or food container for inspection.

Which airlines fly to Central California?
Let Delta fly you there. This widely known carrier provides 186 services every month to Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT), a Central California gateway.
How can I find cheap tickets to Central California?
One of the easiest ways to snare cheap tickets to Central California is to be flexible with your travel dates. Search for your flights, then click "flexible dates" above the results. It'll bring up the cheapest prices for nearby days. The best price for a flight to Central California in the last seven days was . Booking well ahead of time will usually help you pick up an even bigger bargain.
How much is a flight to Central California?
You could have purchased a round-trip ticket to Central California from anywhere between and in the last seven days. For one-way journeys leaving from (), the lowest amount paid during this period was just .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Central California?
Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) is the primary gateway for many hoping to visit Central California. Roughly 1350 flights per month land at this airport.
When is the cheapest time to fly to Central California?
Take off for Central California early on in the week and you'll usually be rewarded with lower-priced fares. Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to jump on a plane, closely followed by Monday. If you'd like to avoid the priciest flights, steer clear of Saturdays.
How much is a plane ticket to Central California?
Flights to Central California ranged from to in the last seven days. Generally, the earlier you book the better the price.
Which airlines with flights to Central California employ COVID-19 cleanliness policies?
As countries begin to open their borders, many airlines are back in business with new measures including physical distancing and staggered boarding and disembarkation. Here's what a number of carriers are doing to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
  • Southwest Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • United Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.
  • Alaska Airlines - this airline is known for providing passenger masks and cleaning with disinfectant.

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