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Our top choices for California hotels with a river view

A river with a rocky riverbank, a tree, and outdoor furniture with an umbrella.

1. Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite View Lodge
2.5 star property
El Portal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (4,398 reviews)
"Incredible place to stay."
United States
Smita
Yosemite View Lodge
A dining table with a plate of food, a glass of white wine, and a vase with flowers on a ship deck.

2. Delta King Hotel

Delta King Hotel
3.0 star property
Central Sacramento
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,196 reviews)
"The restaurant staff and food was excellent! We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Jennifer
Delta King Hotel
A balcony with a view of a river and city skyline.

3. Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove

Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
3.0 star property
San Antonio
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,302 reviews)
"When I need to stay in or near Oakland this is our go-to hotel. We were just there for a few hours before our trip to the airport and it was great as usual."
United States
Debbie
Executive Inn & Suites Embarcadero Cove
A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, glass doors, and a staircase leading to the lobby.

4. Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel

Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
3.0 star property
San Antonio
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Much better stay then San Francisco"
United States
Ismael
Best Western Plus Bayside Hotel
A multi-story hotel with 'EMBASSY SUITES' signage, a parking lot, and palm trees.

5. Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade

Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
3.5 star property
Central Sacramento
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,143 reviews)
"The room was wonderful, breakfast was awesome"
United States
Sara Geanna
Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
A coastal landscape with rocky formations, a beach, and a clear sky.

6. The Beach House Inn

The Beach House Inn
2.5 star property
Fort Bragg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,205 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Monty
The Beach House Inn
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

7. Bahia Resort Hotel

Bahia Resort Hotel
3.5 star property
Central Mission Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (2,469 reviews)
"Great would stay again"
United States
Ryan
Bahia Resort Hotel
A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

8. Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
4.0 star property
Downtown San Diego
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6,360 reviews)
"Wonderful staff and a great location"
United States
Jonathan
Wyndham San Diego Bayside
A two-story building with a stone wall in front, a balcony, and a blue umbrella.

9. Rio Sierra Riverhouse

Rio Sierra Riverhouse
2.0 star property
Three Rivers
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (125 reviews)
"Beautiful setting on the river. Close to amenities."
United States
Janis
Rio Sierra Riverhouse
A long dining table set for a meal with multiple chairs, large windows with a view of the outdoors, and a wooden ceiling structure.

10. Jenner Inn

Jenner Inn
3.0 star property
Jenner
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Lianne
Jenner Inn
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