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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,192 reviews)
"Great visit"
United States
Alyssa
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,520 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay!"
United States
Andrea
The price is €328
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,621 reviews)
"Very nice hotel , very relaxing "
United States
antonio
The price is €262
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The pool area and the amenities were very enjoyable. "
United States
Derek Smith
The price is €200
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (586 reviews)
"The hotel is really beautiful. "
United States
Luz
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,247 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
4.5 star property
River Oaks
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,557 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great comfy beds and the most amazing staff!"
United States
Audrey
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved the resort facilities, room and the View restaurant was amazing!"
United States
Kully
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (937 reviews)
"AMAZING views and even better location. Staff was super helpful and accommodating and the valet was very quick!!!"
United States
Nicole
The price is €650
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel
4.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (568 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay here! Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!"
United States
Taylor
The price is €499
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Stilwell Hotel

The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful location, a great place to stay."
United States
Robert
The price is €277
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Quail

Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Hotel Valencia Santana Row
4.0 star property
San Jose
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Always love the area and hotel when staying in San Jose."
United States
Darlene
The price is €265
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Limelight Mammoth

Limelight Mammoth
4.0 star property
Mammoth Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (136 reviews)
"Staff was great, hotel is very dog friendly, we had a lovely time."
United States
charles
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Limelight Mammoth

Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (906 reviews)
"great stay! "
United States
Nancy
The price is €187
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Signia by Hilton San Jose

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
4.0 star property
Bakersfield
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,681 reviews)
"Always great to stay here"
United States
Esteban
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (806 reviews)
"We had a lovely visit and may make our way here again sooner than we thought. It was absolutely exquisite!"
United States
Meredith
The price is €524
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (276 reviews)
"Had a great time! Beautiful hotel and room and lovely views"
United States
Allison
The price is €309
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,294 reviews)
"Very clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Anthony
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
4.0 star property
Retreat
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay, the restaurant was delicious and the staff was friendly and very accommodating!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €343
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,139 reviews)
"Great location and the staff was very friendly. "
United States
Peniela
The price is €282
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
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Post Ranch Inn

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The price is €2,402 per night from 18 May to 19 May
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18 May - 19 May
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What are the best 4-star hotels in Central California?
If your Central California trip is taking you to Las Vegas, stay at The Cromwell. With a range of conveniences such as a resort and a pillowtop mattress, it earns top marks from many Expedia travellers. Another popular choice in this city is Horseshoe Las Vegas. It's also rated 4 stars and features treatment rooms and designer toiletries.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Central California?
Give yourself the luxury treatment during your Central California escape by checking in to a 4-star hotel. As well as featuring upmarket surroundings, these retreats are typically packed with amenities such as bathrobes, large beds and more. A 5-star hotel will go above and beyond to make your stay an even more indulgent and unforgettable one. 24-hour concierge assistance, elegant décor and world-class dining are a few of the first-rate conveniences and services you'll likely have access to.

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