The cheapest Marriott Bonvoy hotels in California tend to be the budget brands. Our readers are luxury leisure travelers, so we have not picked budget brands for this listing.
The cheapest Marriott hotels in California are usually Fairfield Inn, Four Points by Sheraton, and Courtyard, but most of these hotels are not appealing for a luxury holiday, and they are often not well located for tourist destinations.
The cheapest Marriott hotels we have picked are less expensive than the best Marriott hotels in California, but these hotels remain part of the luxury Marriott brands and are worth spending your vacation at.
The cheapest luxury Marriott Bonvoy hotels in California are:
- Anaheim Marriott Suites
- San Francisco Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf
- JW Marriott Anaheim Resort
- Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
- The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
- Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa
- JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
- The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
- Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection by Marriott
- The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
All these hotels are either Marriott hotels or a subsidiary of Marriott. We have included a couple of the best Ritz-Carlton hotels in California in this mix as some of them come in cheaper than you would think.
For something completely different, we have reviewed the cheapest Marriott Bonvoy ski hotels along with the cheapest Four Seasons hotels in the world for those who want to splurge.
Read on to find California’s best and cheapest luxury Marriott hotels for your next trip away. The prices in this article are based on a stay of 16-20 July 2024. Rates were correct at the time of writing.
Book any Marriott or other luxury hotel stay via our luxury travel concierge to get free breakfast, hotel credit, room upgrade (subject to availability), as well as all your usual Marriott Bonvoy points, making these rates an even better deal.
1. Anaheim Marriott Suites
Anaheim Marriott Suites is the cheapest Marriott in Anaheim and is the premier and largest Marriott all suites full-service hotel located just one mile from the Disneyland Resort attractions and the Anaheim Convention Center.
The Marriott Suites features 371 spacious two-room suites, a contemporary lobby, and 10,000 square feet of flexible meeting space catering to a variety of social events, meetings, and weddings.
Spacious suites are designed with a living room and a separate bedroom area. Guests will appreciate such amenities as a large, well-lit desk, wireless high-speed Internet access, voice messaging, two remote-controlled televisions, iron & ironing board, coffee/tea maker, mini refrigerator, room service, dry cleaning service, and laundry facilities.
Guests can work out on state-of-the-art exercise equipment relax in the outdoor pool and whirlpool. Dine in Route 22 Restaurant & Lounge, an American Restaurant, or indulge in the simple luxuries of Starbucks just off the lobby.
This Marriott is not luxurious but is a great deal for families who want to visit Disneyland. it is one of the best Marriott hotels in Anaheim and one of the cheapest decent hotels in Anaheim, too.
Rates here start at $222 USD per suite per night.
2. San Francisco Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf
For location and value in San Francisco, San Francisco Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf is hard to beat. This hotel also has one of the best hotel club lounges in San Francisco.
San Francisco Marriott Fisherman’s Wharf is located near world-famous attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge, Oracle Park, and Pier 39. Spend an afternoon tasting Fisherman’s Wharf’s foods or explore Alcatraz Island’s mysteries.
Stylish décor, pillowtop beds, high-speed Wi-Fi, large workstations, and a fitness center make this hotel a good base. Start your day on a high note at their on-site eatery, Red Fin Restaurant, or enjoy craft cocktails at Red Fin Lounge.
Venture out to Chinatown for a cultural experience or elevate your San Francisco adventure with a ride in the cable cars.
This hotel starts at a cheap $297 USD per room per night. If you are looking for something more luxurious, we reccomend the best Four Seasons in San Francisco.
3. JW Marriott Anaheim Resort
JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort is probably the best luxury Marriott hotel by Disneyland Resort. It is just 9 minutes drive from Disneyland (or 18 minutes walk). It is a new hotel which opened in June 2020.
While you will get luxury here, the number one Marriott choice for the kids is the cheaper Courtyard Anaheim Theme Park Entrance. I prefer to avoid Courtyard Marriott hotels as they are not luxurious, but the water park, the fun decor, and well-designed rooms with bunk beds for families make this Courtyard even better value for money.
I would always pick the JW Marriott Anaheim Resort for adults traveling as a couple and looking for luxury. The JW Marriott is more swish but less convenient.
The hotel is near Disneyland® Resort, Anaheim GardenWalk, and other popular attractions. Facilities include the JW Garden, yoga and Zen room, expansive fitness center, and an outdoor swimming pool.
Ascend to the rooftop bar and lounge to enjoy stunning views of the nightly fireworks show. Additionally, an eclectic lobby bar, quick-service market café, and JW Marriott Signature Restaurant provide an array of all-day dining options and locally inspired dishes.
Book a concierge level room, and you will have access to the JW Marriott executive club lounge, which is open 7 days a week. Expect a grand buffet breakfast with hot and cold options and evening appetizers and complimentary non-alcoholic drinks.
Rates here in July start at $396 USD per room per night.
4. Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
Napa’s cheaper sister is Sonoma. While Sonoma is still in wind country, the hotels here tend to be more of a bargain than those in Napa. The award-winning Sheraton Sonoma County – Petaluma is located moments from Graton Casino and Sonoma State University, and is within driving distance of hundreds of wineries, providing the perfect home base for your Wine Country adventure.
Settle into recently renovated, thoughtfully appointed rooms and suites featuring high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and the Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience. Stop by Tolay Restaurant to sample modern California cuisine, complemented by an excellent selection of wines. Challenge yourself to a workout in the newly transformed fitness center, or enjoy a relaxed swim in the outdoor pool.
Rates here in July start at $269 USD per room per night.
5. The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage is a stunning desert resort that overlooks Palm Springs, Coachella Valley, and the San Jacinto Mountain Range. This Ritz-Carlton is the ideal destination to grab some rays of sunshine over the winter, but it is remarkably cheap for this high-end Marriott brand in the summer.
The stunning valley views at The Edge Steakhouse and holistic spa rituals inspired by the land bind guests to the desert ambiance, and this desert luxury is delivered in an elegant setting. The exclusive club lounge at the Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, is the best club lounge in Palm Springs.
Pricing varies, but in July, rates at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, start at around $393 USD per night. This is the cheapest Ritz-Carlton in California, and this hotel makes a great weekend break from Los Angeles.
Bear in mind that this Ritz-Carlton will likely be cheaper in July than in the winter because this desert location is scorching in July. In the winter, The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, will not be as cheap as it will be packed with guests looking for Palm Springs sunshine and warmth. In the summer, it can be stiflingly hot in Palm Springs.
6. Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa
If you insist on staying in the more well-known and arguably superior wine country of Napa, Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa in Northern California offers a stunning resort-style pool and splash bar, and comfortable rooms and suites, garden spaces.
Lively restaurants include Little Summer, which uses local ingredients and premium wine pairings, and South Yard, which offers local beers, burgers, and yard games.
The courtyard here is the game changer and features glowing fire pits surrounded by lush landscaping, providing a relaxing space to unwind and sip wine after exploring Napa Valley.
The hotel is near Robert Mondavi Winery, and Castello Di Amorosa is also close to the downtown Napa restaurants and shopping. Outdoor event venues are set under Redwood trees and are ideal for weddings.
Rates here in July start at $412 USD per room per night.
7. JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE
We have compared Ritz-Carlton Vs. JW Marriott Los Angeles because they are both in the same L.A. LIVE building. I’m sorry to say that the Ritz-Carlton comes out on top and is the best option in most aspects, but the JW Marriott L.A. LIVE is cheaper.
The JW Marriott lobby is two levels in height and a rooftop pool and bar on the 4th floor. The rooms at JW Marriott Los Angeles are of decent size and are on the 4th and 21st floors of the tower. They are not as special as those at the Ritz but some of these rooms also have access to a club lounge, this time the JW Marriott club lounge, which is one of the best club lounges in Los Angeles.
Rates here in July start at $412 USD per room per night.
8. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco< is one of the best luxury hotels in San Francisco set within a 1909 Neoclassical landmark building in the prestigious Nob Hill neighborhood right next door to Union Square. As a general rule when considering Ritz-Carlton Vs. JW Marriott, Ritz-Carlton hotels come out on top and this Ritz-Carlton hotel is excellent.
From savoring Coastal California cuisine and handcrafted cocktails inspired by the city’s neighborhoods in The Lounge to relaxing on the private club level with city views, to hopping on the cable car right outside the doors to explore sites like Fisherman’s Wharf and Ghirardelli Square, every moment will leave your heart in San Francisco.
Club rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, feature access to one of the best club lounges in San Francisco
Pricing varies, but in July, rates start at around a very reasonable $491 USD per night. This is the cheapest Ritz-Carlton in our listing in the winter, but in the summer, The Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage comes in cheaper because the desert becomes less appealing when it’s super hot.
9. Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection by Marriott
Pier South Resort, Autograph Collection by Marriott, is a newly renovated beachfront resort in San Diego that is within walking distance from Imperial Beach Pier and short drives from attractions such as San Diego Zoo, Coronado Beach, and Petco Park.
This hotel sits right on the sand and offers a D’ames Spa, a fitness center, and SEA180° Coastal Tavern. It is the ideal place to take in the sunshine with walks on the beach and paddles in the surf.
Rooms here boast private balconies, complimentary Wi-Fi, and laid-back, classic SoCal vibes and rates at this oceanfront hotel, which is also listed in our best Marriott beach hotels in California, come in at $553 USD per night in July.
10. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a multitude of whitewashed buildings swarming up the side of a sandy hillock on the most perfect beach you can imagine.
Clearly, this is not one of the cheapest Marriott hotels in California, but it is one of the best Marriott subsidiary beach hotels in California and should be added to our list as it is a brilliant hotel. If you and your family are looking for a beach hotel to stay it, this one is really wonderful and will blow you away. If it is not cheap enough, consider a shorter stay here as you can pack a heck of a lot of fun into just one or two nights at a place like this, rather than marking time at one of the cheaper Marriott hotels above.
Tucked onto 78 acres overlooking the Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara combines this coastal city’s appeal with the beauty of its natural surroundings. Here, you can escape to the tranquility of two beaches, three infinity-edge pools, and a 42,000 ft² spa. You can relax in spacious suites, or you can indulge in the region’s abundance of locally sourced cuisine.
Drink in coastal views from your balcony or relax inside with Mediterranean-inspired rooms. If you are traveling with your family, the Ritz-Carlton Suite and Channel Island Suite feature kitchenettes and up to two bedrooms for longer stays.
Pricing varies, but in July, standard rooms start at around $694 USD per night. We think that, for a hotel with such a lovely beachside location, this is a great deal.
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