The motel, a word born in California, turns 100 this year. And for road travel adventurers, there have never been more options.
You could stay in the legendary Rose Palace that is the Madonna Inn. Or Surfrider Malibu, where you can borrow a mini coope and navigate by PCH. There is & Sand Inn, which clings to an impressive Clifftop of Santa Cruz. And Pionertoown Motel, a lovely desert place with Vibes Occidente.
In this guide, let's pull our rooms in the room to explore the best motels throughout the state. Along the way, we stop to discover a great vintage story, iconic restaurants and essential attractions on the road.
Ready to go to the road?
