Another point, depending where you are in California there may be City or County regulations governing where you can fly from. As has been said, the airspace is pretty much a federal domain. but where you stand is a local issue.
liketogethigh said:According to this article the airspace above 83ft. is not private property:
http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Dr ... 73451.html
MadMitch88 said:And if the hotel called the cops on you, tell them the law and stand your ground.
I don't recall the OP saying anything about photo or video of the property. Just flying.ianwood said:The hotel wouldn't attempt to stop you themselves. They'd likely ask you to stop and call the police as a last resort. They will kick you out of the hotel.
Pretty sure 1708.8 has been applied to photographers attempting to take pictures of people staying at hotels. Expectation of privacy is not a black and white issue. It has a lot of nuances and butts right up against the first amendment. And even if you aren't there for the express purpose of filming people, that's not always apparent. If I were staying at that hotel, I wouldn't like it.
Bottom line is you are photographing a private property not only without their permission but with their expressed disapproval. It's one thing to do it and ask forgiveness. That's already toeing the line. It's another to be told not to do it and do it anyway.