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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, (3,203 reviews)
"Great visit"
United States
Alyssa
The price is €223
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Beach nearby

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,526 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay!"
United States
Andrea
The price is €329
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,629 reviews)
"Very nice hotel , very relaxing "
United States
antonio
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Beach views

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"The pool area and the amenities were very enjoyable. "
United States
Derek Smith
The price is €217
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Lobby

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (591 reviews)
"We noticed a lot of nice improvements since the last time we stayed there."
United States
Richard
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,254 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Staircase

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
4.5 star property
River Oaks
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,558 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great comfy beds and the most amazing staff!"
United States
Audrey
The price is €220
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Exterior detail

The Milo

The Milo
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,561 reviews)
"Amazing location, super nice rooms and amazing staff"
United States
Aiyun
The price is €261
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Milo
Bar (on property)

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Fairview
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place , fun bar and pool area "
United States
Mark
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved the resort facilities, room and the View restaurant was amazing!"
United States
Kully
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Fireplace

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (939 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 €652
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Courtyard

Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel
4.0 star property
Northwest Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (571 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay here! Would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!"
United States
Taylor
The price is €531
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stilwell Hotel
Food and drink

The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Beautiful location, a great place to stay."
United States
Robert
The price is €278
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
The Quail
Luxury Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View (Anacapa) | Beach/ocean view

Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"The restaurant on site was just beautiful and the food was amazing! The rooms at the inn were HUGE and with a beautiful view!"
United States
Alicia
The price is €391
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Santa Barbara Inn
Outdoor spa tub

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, (808 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 €526
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (280 reviews)
"Had a great time! Beautiful hotel and room and lovely views"
United States
Allison
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Terrace/patio

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
4.0 star property
Santa Barbara Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (284 reviews)
"We had a very pleasant visit and will be returning"
United States
Simon
The price is €303
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Reception

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,299 reviews)
"Nice rooms"
United States
Irina
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Restaurant

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, (34 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay, the restaurant was delicious and the staff was friendly and very accommodating!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €344
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
Exterior

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,143 reviews)
"Great location and the staff was very friendly. "
United States
Peniela
The price is €275
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
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Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

905 Country Club Rd Ojai CA
The price is €691 per night from 25 May to 26 May
€691
25 May - 26 May
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and friendly staff"
Carolina 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Central Coast California?
According to our guest reviews, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is one of the favourite 4-star hotels in Central Coast California. Located in Monterey, it comes with massage services and a pillowtop mattress. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is another sought-after option here. Also with a 4-star rating and offering massage services and spa facilities, it promises a memorable stay.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Central Coast California?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Central Coast California?
If you decide to spend your holiday at a 4-star hotel in Central Coast California, you'll typically find plenty of conveniences to make sure you're comfortable, such as a gym, restaurant and pool. You can enjoy top-quality service and upmarket accommodation. Go for a 5-star hotel and you'll have access to a few more perks — think around-the-clock concierge, on-site spas and indulgent turndown services. You're likely to get extra amenities and first-class services at a 5-star stay, but both are awesome options for luxury travellers.

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