The early spring months are a great time to enjoy a variety of areas around California: You’ll find snowy mountains, quiet beaches, buzzing deserts, and mellow wineries. The low-key ambience also makes this seasona prime time for deals from hotels, theme parks, and other attractions.
Browse the special offers below to plan your Spring Break, book a stay during festivals, or even celebrate only-in-2026 events, like the Route 66 Centennial or the world’s biggest soccer tournament. Indeed, some deals are good through the summer or even the end of the year.
Here are 20-plus ways to create an amazing spring trip in the Golden State.
Northern California
Grass Valley: Daily dining credit at the Holbrooke Hotel
Stay at this 1862 hotel brimming with history in Grass Valley. Book a last-minute stay for an easy 15 percent off, or take advantage of the Feast on the Foothills special that includes a daily $50 dining credit at the Iron Door, the hotel’s farm-to-table restaurant that used to be a speakeasy. Good for stays of at least two nights through March 31.
Pescadero: Full Moon, Half Price
Enjoy some moon-gazing at The Costanoa Coastal Lodge and Camp, located on the San Francisco Peninsula, which offers an ongoing deal for both full moons and new moons: Take half off the rates to enjoy the views of the skies from your safari tent or cabin. Dates for 2026 include March 3, March 19, April 2, and April 16.
McCloud: Fly Fishing package at the McCloud Hotel
Stay in the hidden-gem town of McCloud and bundle in a timeless outdoor experience. The package includes your stay at the 1916 McCloud Hotel—located at the base of Mt. Shasta and along the Volcanic Scenic Byway—with a breakfast plus a full day of guided flyfishing with acclaimed outfitter Jack Trout.
The day of fishing includes all your gear and a barbecue picnic lunch along whichever river you fish—the McCloud, Upper Sacramento, or Hat Creek. The package starts at $700 for the first night, with discounted rates for additional nights.
Napa Valley: Up to 25 percent off for soccer fans
Spring is the perfect time to book your hotels if you’re coming to the Bay Area this summer for the largest soccer tournament on the planet. Indeed, a few Napa Valley hotels are inviting you to make your home base in wine country—about 80 miles from Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.
The Silverado Resort is offering ticket holders 25 percent off regular rates plus a $50 dining credit (good June 6–July 5), while the Archer Hotel is offering 20 percent off in-room dining and a spa treatment (good June 7–July 8).
Want to head to Napa Valley sooner? Browse more Napa Valley offers: For instance, The Silverado is also offering a Mustard Season deal that includes a $50 dining credit while you check out the season’s bright yellow blossoms.
Little River: Water dog trip at the Little River Inn
Take your pup on an amazing trip later this spring to Mendocino County. The Water Dog package includes a dog-friendly ocean-view room at the Little River Inn, a $120 dining credit (for picnic or room service), and a dog-friendly kayak or canoe tour. Good for stays from May 1–Sept. 30. The hotel also offers year-round packages such as its three-winery Wine Tour package and a stargazing package.
Various locations : 25 percent off at AutoCamp
Enjoy outdoor bliss at the four AutoCamp resorts in California : choose from options in and around Sonoma County, Yosemite, Sequoia, or Joshua Tree. The Wellness Deal takes 25 percent off your rate and adds a $25 credit to be used at the resort’s general store. Book by Feb. 17 for stays through April 30.
Central California
Mammoth Mountain: Up to 20 percent off on stays and activities
Take 20 percent off the weekday rate and 15 percent off weekends with the Stay and Play deal for lodgings next to Mammoth Mountain; you also get the same discounts (20 and 15 percent, respectively) for activities. The only catch: you also need to book a two-hour tubing session. Good for stays of at least two nights through April 20.
Palisades Tahoe: Up to 40 percent off lift tickets
Bask in the long spring ski season at Palisades Tahoe. Book a stay in the ski resort’s slopeside lodging and get up to 40 percent off lift tickets (good Sunday–Friday) or 35 percent off Saturday lift tickets. You can also take 30 percent off sightseeing tickets and 20 percent on any holiday lift tickets.
Visalia: 20 percent off at The Darling Hotel
The Central Valley town of Visalia—with its walkable downtown, murals, and microbreweries—makes an excellent home base for exploring Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. Downtown’s Darling Hotel—housed in a restored 1935 building—offers a nice spot to recharge, thanks to its pool and rooftop bar. This deal takes 20 percent off the rate and adds a few mimosas plus a luxurious 4 p.m. checkout. Good through March 31.
Santa Barbara: Third night free deals
You have plenty of options with this offer from Santa Barbara: Choose from about 20 hotels and resorts—ranging from a family-friendly Best Western Plus to the luxurious The Ritz-Carlton Bacara—where you can score a free third night. Blackout dates vary by property; some deals are good through February, while others are good through May, June, or even the end of 2026.
Ojai: Pixie Tangerine Month deals
April is peak season time for the super-sweet pixie tangerine, produced by 40 local growers in Ojai. Enjoy fresh fruit and pixie-themed cuisine and merch around town, and book a hotel stay for easier access; for instance, you can get a fourth night free at the 220-acre Ojai Valley Inn. Good through April 30.
Southern California
Los Angeles: Up to 33 Percent Off Hiking and Biking Tours
Get an up-close look at some of the top spots and neighborhoods in Los Angeles County—from the Hollywood Sign to Beverly Hills—on these guided tours from Bikes and Hikes LA. Tours on foot or two wheels range from 90 minutes to 5 hours and are currently on sale for anywhere from 17 to 33 percent off. You can also rent a bike through the operator, then continue riding on your own until the next day.
Universal Studios Hollywood: Two days starting at $149 or $118 for kids
Enjoy two days at the Los Angeles theme park at a steep discount. The price is based on your first visit to the park (for the $149 rate, look for Tuesdays through Thursdays). After that, you just need to use the second day within 90 days of your first visit.
Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach: 15 Percent off and a $50 credit at Shade Hotels
Explore the L.A. County beach towns of Manhattan Beach or Redondo Beach with a stay at these boutique hotels that offer Tempur-Pedic beds and cool freestanding bath tubs. The Spring Into Savings deal at both hotels (which pops up when you start reserving dates) takes 15 percent off the best available rate and adds a $50 food and beverage credit for onsite use. Available for stays in March, April, and May 2026.
Big Bear: Triple pack of lift tickets for $299
Bundle your lift tickets for Big Bear Mountain with this deal that takes a daily lift ticket price to just under $100 and offers 25 percent off any other lift tickets for the rest of the 2025–26 season; lift tickets can be used on successive or non-successive days. Or, choose one of Big Bear’s other specials, including the March to the Mountains deal (a free lift ticket with a two-night stay, good through March 15) or the Free Birthday Ticket offer (good through April 19).
Pasadena: 20 percent off the Langham Huntington
Enjoy an indulgent experience at Pasadena’s grand dame resort. The Linger Longer deal takes 20 percent off the rate and adds free access to the facilities at the hotel’s Chuan Spa. Must stay at least two nights.
Santa Monica: Route 66 Centennial deal at the Pierside Hotel
As Route 66 turns 100 in 2026, this Santa Monica boutique hotel is celebrating—after all, it is just steps away from the western end of the highway. The hotel’s “End of the Trail” package includes a $66 dining credit, free valet parking, a special commemorative gift, and a “road trip recovery kit” in your room. Good for stays through Dec. 31.
Venice Beach: 25 percent off at Venice V Hotel
Stay in the heart of Venice Beach at this oceanfront hotel set in a 1915 building. Take 25 percent off weekend stays in a suite, or the same amount off any room or suite, as long as you prepay and book at least seven days in advance.
West Hollywood: 25 percent off plus dining credits at 1 Hotel West Hollywood
This sustainability-minded boutique hotel—featuring indigenous greenery, reclaimed materials, and its own spa—offers a prime spot for exploring West Hollywood. Its Sip & Savor on Sunset deal makes it easy: Get up to 25 percent off rates, a $150 dining credit, plus $60 daily for breakfast. Check out Visit West Hollywood’s hotels page for more deals.
Marina del Rey: Free breakfast and parking at Jamaica Bay Inn
Feel like a local staying at this Hilton-affiliated boutique hotel that is a short walk from Mother’s Beach in Marina del Rey; the hotel also rents out bicycles, kayaks, and paddleboards. The Pancakes & Parking package will make you feel at home, throwing in valet parking (usually $52/day) and a daily breakfast for two (worth $102 a day) at the hotel.
Knott’s Berry Farm: Boysenberry Festival package
Come to Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park for its signature annual event—the Knott’s Boysenberry Festival—and stay right next door at the recently reimagined Knott’s Hotel. The package includes your hotel room, breakfast, and parking, as well as your ticket to the park and your lanyard for the festival, where you’ll enjoy tastes of boysenberry-infused food and drink throughout the park. Good from March 13 to April 12.
Disneyland Resort: Up to 25 percent off at Disneyland hotels
Make the most of spring at Disneyland Resort—including the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival (March 6–April 27) and the debut of Bluey at Disneyland Park (starts March 21)—by staying at one of the onsite hotels.
This deal offers up to 25 percent off stays at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, Disneyland Hotel, and the condo-style Villas at Disneyland Hotel, or 15 percent off at the Pixar Place Hotel. Book now through May 7 and stay by May 22.
Or, plan your late spring or summer trip to the Anaheim parks now: Kids ages 3–9 can get a one-day Park Hopper ticket for $50, subject to theme park reservation availability, for visits between May 22 and Sept. 7. You can get the up-to-25 percent off hotel deal for summer stays of at least four nights, too.
Rancho Mirage: 15 percent off Omni Rancho Las Palmas, Indian Wells
This Greater Palm Springs resort is a serious crowd-pleaser, with a family-friendly water park, 20 tennis and pickleball courts, 27 holes of golf, and a huge spa. Its Spring Somewhere New offer takes an easy 15 percent off your rate. Book by April 19 and stay by May 31.
Plan ahead for more trips too—spring and the upcoming summer bring lots of hotel deals in the Greater Palm Springs.
Temecula: Unlimited golf at Temecula Creek Inn
Sneak away for some weekday golf at this Temecula Valley resort with a 27-hole championship golf course at its Temecula Creek Golf Club. The package includes a one-night stay and two days of unlimited golf. Must book for a stay between Sunday and Wednesday and book at least three days ahead of time. For more options in this stretch of SoCal wine country, check out these Temecula Valley hotel deals.
Carlsbad: 30 percent off and $39 kids’ admission at LEGOLAND California
Staying onsite at Carlsbad’s LEGOLAND California adds serious value—especially these days of the year, with the early March debut of the park’s new LEGO Galaxy Area. Enjoy 30 percent off the regular hotel rates, plus $39 Hopper tickets for kids ages 2–12 (hoppers include admission to the theme park plus the resort’s SEA LIFE Aquarium). Good through Dec. 31.
La Jolla: Third night free at Lodge at Torrey Pines
Celebrate spring with a hike through the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve or a round of golf at Torrey Pines Golf Course—then bunk for a few nights at the plush resort and spa next door. This deal offers a third night free (good through June 30) or you can take up to 20 percent off your stay instead when you also buy tickets to the San Diego Zoo.
San Diego: The Dana Hotel plus free SeaWorld San Diego tickets
Get two free any-day tickets to SeaWorld San Diego—plus transportation to and from the park— from this waterfront hotel on San Diego’s Mission Bay. The Dana Hotel also has two pools, a private marina, and easy access to water sports and bike rentals.
San Diego: 15 percent off plus bikes at Ocean Park Inn
Stay in the heart of San Diego’s buzzing Pacific Beach at this all-suites hotel located right along the beach’s boardwalk path. Its Spring to the Beach package takes 15 percent off the best available rate, two beach cruiser bike rentals, and a $25 drink credit. Good for stays of at least two nights through May 31.