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Los Angeles

67 boutique hotels

San Francisco

64 boutique hotels

San Diego

38 boutique hotels

Palm Springs

14 boutique hotels

Napa

8 boutique hotels

Santa Barbara

7 boutique hotels

Long Beach

6 boutique hotels

Ojai

6 boutique hotels

Palo Alto

6 boutique hotels

Carmel

5 boutique hotels

Ontario

5 boutique hotels

San Jose

5 boutique hotels

Anaheim

4 boutique hotels

Monterey

4 boutique hotels

Paso Robles

4 boutique hotels

Sacramento

4 boutique hotels

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Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel

Alpine

Viejas Casino & Willows Hotel is a proud recipient of the AAA Four Diamond award.

C
Castillo
From
United States
The place is clean and the staff is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
Price from
US$149
1 night, 2 adults

Wydown Hotel

Hotel in St. Helena

Wydown Hotel is an adults only hotel (21+) up to two adults per room. Amenities Fee of US$25 per night is not included in rates and will be collected at the property.

M
Marianne Cecilie
From
Norway
Everything! Fantastic hotel, no more to say!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 190 reviews
Price from
US$501.50
1 night, 2 adults

Lakehouse Resort

Hotel in San Marcos

Featuring a full-service marina on Lake San Marcos, this resort offers a 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub. Free Wi-Fi is included. Legoland is 9 miles away.

l
lucy
From
United Kingdom
Beautiful location. The staff were so friendly and helpful. Room was perfect. Nothing was too much trouble.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 234 reviews
Price from
US$189
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Diamond

Hotel in Chico

A short walk away from Chico State University, this California hotel features an on-site restaurant and bar. All guest rooms include free Wi-Fi.

T
Tracy
From
United Kingdom
The room was clean and really lovely, and the staff were a delight. They couldn't do enough to help. Definitely something which the hotel should be proud of. We had a few drinks in the bar in the hotel, which was also really nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews
Price from
US$197.51
1 night, 2 adults

Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage

Rancho Mirage

Nestled in the desert mountains of Rancho Mirage, this California resort offers on-site restaurants and a casino. Rooms include free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

A
Anna
From
Australia
Amazing care taken in house keeping, loved the additional water in each room, molton brown wash and soaps were impeccable and luxurious. Views of the vast desert made us feel like we were on set for a movie! Would gladly stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
Price from
US$209
1 night, 2 adults

The Charlie West Hollywood

Hotel in West Hollywood, Los Angeles

Once home to Charlie Chaplin, this historical hotel is centrally located in West Hollywood.

J
Jane
From
France
The staff were very friendly and helpful. They anticipated everything I would need for a comfortable stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews
Price from
US$394
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Cody

Hotel in Downtown Palm Springs, Palm Springs

Surrounded by lush gardens in Palm Springs, this historic inn offers views of the San Jacinto mountains. With adobe hacienda architecture, each air-conditioned room offers free Wi-Fi and cable TV.

K
Katharina
From
Germany
It was tucked away from the main road, but right in downtown. The entire place is very cozy and homy. The pool was amazing and the rooms cool and beautifully decorated. We loved the soaps and body lotion . The breaksfast was simple but delicious and with everything you needed. The staff was very friendly and accomodating. Even though we only stayed for one night we felt very relaxed and unwinded after our stay. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
US$378.35
1 night, 2 adults

Vinarosa Resort & Spa

Hotel in Santa Rosa

Nestled amidst breathtaking redwood trees and vibrant gardens, Vinarosa Resort & Spa is an enchanting luxury resort on a 92-acre working vineyard estate that promises an intimate hideaway like no...

R
Richard
From
South Africa
We LOVED this wonderful Vintners Resort and our gorgeous comfy room with a little patio looking onto the vineyards & mountains. So peaceful … and beautiful gardens around the hotel too. The staff were charming & so helpful and the food was really delicious. The music sitting on the outside restaurant patio was so beautiful too and went with the peaceful gardens & sound of fountains nearby. We were there for a wedding nearby & Vintners could not have been more perfect. I do hope there are no big changes now that it has changed hands. It is perfect the way it is .. gracious & tasteful & not too modernized in the interior decor. Thank you Vintners!!😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews
Price from
US$373.60
1 night, 2 adults

Blue Iguana Inn

Hotel in Ojai

Situated in Ojai Valley, this boutique hotel is only 12 miles from Ventura Beach and the Pacific Ocean.

R
Ronen
From
Israel
Great place with great atmosphere full of gardens , green
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Price from
US$189
1 night, 2 adults

Embassy Suites La Quinta Hotel & Spa

Hotel in La Quinta

This 4-star hotel in La Quinta, California boasts a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. The all-suite hotel is less than 5 minutes from Old Town La Quinta.

C
Catherine
From
United States
So clean and spacious. The rooms were huge, lots of room for a family of 5. The staff were so friendly and fun. The free happy hour was lovely and Scott the bartender was awesome. Henry at breakfast was so friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews
Price from
US$138.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$196.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 466 reviews
Beautifully designed, large room with nice amenities. The bed was very comfortable! The overall design of the property is stunning.
Guest review by
Thalia
Group
Avg. price/night: US$203.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
The highly thematic room we had was amazing and novel, but a little less comfortable than the less thematic room we moved to, which had a great view, sunlight and great design overall. Staff were great all around, the food and drinks are great at the steak house, and the pool + hot tubs with a view are the icing on the cake.
Guest review by
sidvic
Group
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 475 reviews
Love the Aesop products and it was so near the airport, lovely pool and interior design.
Guest review by
Elizabeth
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$284.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,951 reviews
Rooms were trendy - some funky furniture that was unnecessary considering the size of the room which were quite small. The view of the hills was lovely. Location was okay but probably wouldn't stay there again.
Guest review by
Nicole
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$479.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 312 reviews
Exterior and interior design, free bike rent
Guest review by
Filip
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$241.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
It's a really nice design hotel. I was highly impressed with their level of hospitality and design richness. Met with two of the staff and they were really welcoming and helpful. The room is very thoughtful despite the fact that it was quite compact. Didn't get to use their guest lounge but it looked really cozy and beautiful in Parisian style. I also loved the location since you can walk straight up (around 30 mins) to Pier 39 and you'll pass the Chinatown which is very fun to explore, too.
Guest review by
Thai Traveller
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$351.78
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 887 reviews
The room is super well designed. Clearly the interior designer knows what it takes to be a good design hotel and a good hotel all together. I enjoyed their little details and the room amenities plus what they provide for no any extra charge. The staff was super helpful and kind. The location is great. Quite a bit of a walk from the train station but there are shops along the route so you won't get bored.
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Thai Traveller
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$261.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,408 reviews
I had an absolutely fantastic experience at this hotel. Firstly, its location is superb, offering stunning views of the sea and convenient parking. The front desk staff were incredibly attentive and professional, ensuring a swift and hassle-free check-in process. Extending my stay was a breeze, thanks to their efficient service. Moreover, the hotel boasts a stylish design that adds to its charm, and the breakfast served was delicious. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable stay.
Guest review by
alina
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$228.09
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,060 reviews
Gorgeous boutique hotel. The first room given was by the lift and I had requested a quiet option. I was given a different room which I think was in a higher rate category. The robes are lovely and the beds heavenly.
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Victoria
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$161.46
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 720 reviews
lovely designed room. fairly basic equipped but really stylish. bed, couch, fridge. small but clean bathroom. I would stay there again.
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Anja
Solo traveller