The Temecula center is approximately 1 mile northeast of Downtown Temecula and 2 miles southeast of Promenade.
Temecula is a pleasant place to visit no matter what the time of year, with the most comfortable temperatures during the shoulder seasons from April to June, and from September to November. Temecula hosts various art, music, and wine festivals throughout the year, and the busiest months are from June to September. During festivals accommodations can be scarce, especially on the weekends. If you plan to visit Temecula during a popular festival, reservations are highly recommended.
The climate of the Temecula Valley has ideal conditions for cultivating vineyards, and it also makes for hot days and cool evenings. Even during the hottest summer days, don't forget to take a light jacket or coat to ward off brisk evening temperatures.
With so many vineyards in the Temecula Valley, the grape harvest is a big event. If you're visiting for the harvesting season, plan to be in Temecula between August and November. During this time there are also several "crush" festivals as the grapes take their next step to becoming a bottled product.
Whether you're visiting for an outdoor music festival, a shopping weekend, or a wine-tasting tour, you'll surely enjoy Temecula's pleasant climate.
Saving on hotels is easy when you bring your AAA membership card when you visit Temecula. At Springhill Suites by Marriott Temecula Wine Country, members enjoy up to 15 percent off weekend room rates or up to 5 percent off of weekday rates (be sure to present your card when you check in). Adults 62 years or older are also eligible for a discounted room rate at this comfortable accommodation. Springhill Suites by Marriott Temecula Wine Country is less than a mile from downtown Temecula, with convenient access to the numerous Temecula Valley wineries and Temecula Creek Golf Course. Your stay includes breakfast as well as access to the indoor pool, outdoor pool, and the hotel fitness center. Rooms feature a convenient refrigerator and a microwave.
Seniors can enjoy a 10% discount on rooms at the elegant Best Western Country Inn in Temecula. Treat yourself and upgrade to a luxury suite with an in-room spa, wet bar, and fireplace. All guests are free to enjoy the hotel's on-site pool and steam room. There is a daily buffet-style complimentary breakfast, and the restaurants and shops of Old Town Temecula are only one mile from the hotel. The Best Western Country Inn is only five miles from the Pechanga Resort & Casino, the largest gaming facility in the area, featuring seven restaurants as well as slots and game tables.
For an accommodation that offers great value for your money, try the Rodeway Inn which has free breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and free weekday newspapers. The spacious rooms come with a coffee maker, refrigerator, and cable/satellite TV. Relax after a day of sightseeing or shopping in nearby Old Town Temecula in the hotel's outdoor pool or hot tub. Nearby attractions include the Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula Creek Golf Course, Redhawk Golf Course, and Thorton Winery.
Another high-value accommodation in Temecula is the La Quinta Inn & Suites Temecula, located only two miles from Old Town Temecula. Rooms come with pillow-top mattresses, free Wi-Fi, microwaves, and refrigerators. Your stay at La Quinta Inn & Suites includes free breakfast, and guests are welcome to use the hotel's outdoor pool and fitness center. This hotel is pet-friendly and smoke-free. Staying at the La Quinta Inn & Suites puts you close to Temecula wine country vineyards, Promenade shopping center, Temecula Creek Golf Course, and Old Town Temecula.
Its comfortable climate and scenic natural surrounding make Temecula an ideal place for outdoor festivals. Visit during a music, art, or wine festival and you'll find Temecula filled with lively energy. One of the most intriguing festivals is the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival, held annually in May. Take to the sky in a colorful hot air balloon at sunrise, and after you return to earth take part in the festival's wine tasting and sample delicious local food. The main stage at the festival hosts a variety of musical acts — children will especially enjoy the festival's "kid's faire."
The Temecula Art & Street Painting Festival gives artists the opportunity to transform Old Town Temecula's streets and sidewalks into colorful murals. This festival graces the streets of Temecula in June, and features displays by local artists, music, and food vendors. Some artists spend up to two full days to complete murals that can measure up to 100 square feet. Temecula's Town Square hosts fine art exhibits and vendors during the festival weekend. The Temecula Art & Street Painting Festival encourages art in everyone by providing visitors with chalk so they can contribute to a street art masterpiece or two.
In the fall, the Temecula Wine and Music Festival fills the air with the sounds of pop music, jazz, and R&B while you sample the wares from local wineries. Held at Vail Lake RV Resort, the Temecula Wine and Music Festival one of the largest music and wine festivals in California.
A visit to Temecula can be a relaxing break for enjoying picturesque wine country, or it could be an energetic stay when coming for one of the city's many exciting festivals. No matter what your reason to visit, Temecula has a range of comfortable accommodations to fit any style and budget.
It has an amazing climate all year round, and boasts many impressive golf courses. The old town district is much frequented by visitors, and its appeal lies in its picturesque appearance, many historic buildings, antique stores and upmarket boutiques. Despite the city's upscale appearance and lavish golf clubs, there are still cheap hotels on offer for those on a budget, in addition to the many high-end Temecula hotels.
One of the cheap hotels which has a three star rating is the Hampton Inn & Suites, which is just an eight minute drive away from the Temecula Valley wineries. Complimentary breakfast is included in the price of a room, and for those with busy days planned they offer ˜On the Run Breakfast Bags' during the week. There are many additional facilities on-site which guests can take advantage of, including a gym and outdoor swimming pool. The Embassy Suites by Hilton is another one of the relaxed three star hotels in Temecula. This hotel is at the higher-end of budget accommodation. It has a warm and inviting interior, and comfortable rooms furnished with nice little extras such as flat screen TVs. For those looking for the ultimate budget option there is the two star Quality Inn. It is ideally located near to many points of interest, and great for fans of outdoor pursuits.
Hotels in Temecula can be extremely luxurious and elegant. Pechanga Resort & Casino is a four star hotel offering a choice of modern and stylish rooms. There is also a fine dining steakhouse restaurant on-site run by a top chef, meaning visitors can enjoy delicious hand cooked food in a luxury setting. Ponte Vineyard Inn is a slightly smaller hotel with sixty elegantly decorated rooms. It is located in a stunning setting where guests can enjoy views over the nearby vineyards. This hotel is also home to three award winning restaurants, so guests will be spoilt for choice when it comes to eating here. They have an al fresco dining option, The Bouquet Restaurant, and The Cellar Lounge.
Temecula hotels also come in the boutique variety. Que Syrah is one such boutique guesthouse catered to those looking for supreme luxury. They offer large guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms and large walk-in wardrobes. As would be expected they provide high-end amenities and all the modern luxuries one could imagine. It is close to many of the best wineries this city has to offer, and has some stunning views and large balconies where guests can watch the sunset. There is also the option for guests to rent out the entire property if they want the place to themselves. This is a great choice for large families who are visiting Temecula.
Below are reviews of the city of Temecula, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.
Temecula is lovely! A good wedding city with lovely wineries as well.
Wine and restaurants!
Wine country is beautiful! We were there for a wedding! There is a Mexican store and a little bakery/cafe right next door.
All the different wineries!
Temecula is great! Quaint old town, good restaurants and breweries. All the lovely wineries. Great outdoor options: hiking, trail rides, animal farm activities all close by.
Cute town, walkable.
Old Town Temecula, the wineries, shopping and restaurants!
Downtown Temecula is really fun. We ate all our meals in and around Temecula. Love the live music at night, cool shops and perfect weather.
A thriving community with wholesome, good people living a great life.
The town was very cute and quaint!
We love the golf, wineries and Old Town.
The staff was friendly and welcoming. Hotel was very clean. Beautiful town
Beautiful!
Temecula is a beautiful city with many, many things to see and do! There is Old Town filled with history. Wineries for tastings and a possible hot air balloon ride. Lots to see and do.
People seem friendly, weather was good and there are a lot of things to see!
Wineries
Quiet and safe hotel.
Old town Temecula had lots of bars! Party action!
Nice resort area.
Love it!
I love wine country.
The scenery was beautiful. I didn't get to do much since I was only there for a few days to attend a wedding. Hope to come back and stay again. Also, the breakfast staff was really great.
The wineries!
The city of Temecula offers hospitality and small town charm. The Wine Valley is worth the trip alone. The eateries throughout the area are savvy with chain restaurants and homey country/countryside local restaurants. Old Town Temecula epitomizes fairs, bazaars and flea markets.
Very relaxing city. I would like to move here one day. Everybody I can in contact was really friendly 😊
We were attending our niece's wedding at a winery. Temecula is a very nice city.
I love that the hotel is close to old town Temecula and all kinds of other options to eat and shop also.
Beautiful country setting and wineries!
We stayed here to visit Outburst Rage Room, which was excellent.
Old Town Temecula is fun and of course, the wineries. We enjoyed wine, food, and live music at Lorimar Winery especially.
Great selection of restaurants.
Loved it!
Beautiful city, very clean and lots to do.
We like Old Town and it was fun to just wander around and not worry about parking.
Very quaint!
A great getaway. Restaurants and shopping is great.
Temecula is beautiful and the food outstanding!
The wine tour excellent. Old town very nice.
Nice.
Nice.
Very nice old downtown area.
Old Town Temecula and Vail Headquarters. Fun to learn about the history of the area and we met really nice folks.
Old Town Temecula is fun. Many restaurants and shops. The signage on the main roads are very well established---easy to find any winery you want. The maps we got at the hotel was also very helpful.
The city is beautiful! The wineries are very abundant. We werw mareied in Temecula at a winery
Quite but lively, staff were exceptional.
The hotel was located near a lot of food and stores.
Temecula's Old Downtown area is very charming and the wineries are great.
Outstanding -- lots to do -- good food choices -- wineries are great and lovely.