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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,412 reviews)
"Amazing stay with an awesome location!"
United States
Carlos
The price is 7.537.236 ₫
8.902.917 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Exterior

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,671 reviews)
"Nice & comfortable hotel."
United States
Anne
The price is 5.860.339 ₫
7.846.617 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Beach nearby

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,611 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL RESORT we will definitely stay again"
United States
LeAnn
The price is 9.663.729 ₫
11.130.730 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Penthouse, 5 Bedrooms, Pets not allowed (Residence, 4 King Beds and 1Bunk Bed) | Living area

Limelight Mammoth

Limelight Mammoth
4.0 star property
Mammoth Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (233 reviews)
"Amazing setting, staff, and location."
United States
Robert
The price is 5.779.598 ₫
7.387.418 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Limelight Mammoth
3 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

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, (706 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay. Nice atmosphere."
United States
Edward
The price is 6.432.720 ₫
8.350.400 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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, (391 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, amazing staff, prime location."
United States
Toleen
The price is 10.136.283 ₫
12.842.571 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
4.5 star property
Estrella District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,592 reviews)
"Great location for visiting vineyards, beautiful grounds, friendly staff"
United States
Judith
The price is 5.267.453 ₫
7.396.577 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Serves breakfast, dinner and happy hour

Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center

Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center
4.0 star property
Visalia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is 4.174.227 ₫
4.690.886 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,302 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Very nice property."
United States
Clifford
The price is 5.356.224 ₫
6.119.690 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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, (814 reviews)
"The property and staff exceeded my expectations. A lovely Hyatt property."
United States
James
The price is 13.126.500 ₫
16.768.448 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great restful location, excellent property"
United States
Penelope
The price is 4.809.550 ₫
6.699.346 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Lovely accommodation, proximity to convention center was key. Great walkable part of downtown San Jose!"
United States
Kristin
The price is 4.305.492 ₫
5.006.710 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Hilton San Jose
Lobby

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Paso Robles
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (231 reviews)
"Beautiful property Walkable to shops and restaurants Great staff"
United States
Robyn
The price is 5.145.063 ₫
6.794.464 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
Food and drink

The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Highly recommended, beautiful property and amazing customer service"
United States
Farah
The price is 8.269.695 ₫
10.450.512 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Quail
Bar (on property)

Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (955 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location, yummy food and wonderful service!"
United States
Annabeth Deamer
The price is 4.843.679 ₫
5.609.998 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Signia by Hilton San Jose
View from room

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
4.0 star property
Bakersfield
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,719 reviews)
"The room was clean and comfortable , bathroom was clean and accommodating with amenities. Pool was awsome and the courtyard view was very nice ! Staff was amazing with great attitudes!"
United States
Betsy
The price is 2.604.298 ₫
2.922.502 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Rooftop terrace

Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Hotel Valencia Santana Row
4.0 star property
San Jose
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,020 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
James
The price is 7.089.120 ₫
8.134.805 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Hotel Valencia Santana Row
Restaurant

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,030 reviews)
"Great experience and great staff. Cant beat the view and beach access."
United States
Austin
The price is 10.474.947 ₫
11.862.630 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Exterior

Paso Robles Inn

Paso Robles Inn
4.0 star property
Downtown Paso Robles
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing location, great remodeled rooms and such a beautiful property close to all Paso has to offer!"
United States
Natalie
The price is 5.273.797 ₫
7.403.698 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Paso Robles Inn
Exterior

Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton

Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
South San Jose
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. I loved the history of the property and appreciated having a restaurant on site. Definitely a wonderful hotel for relaxing."
United States
Gabriela
The price is 3.744.106 ₫
4.321.318 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hayes Mansion, San Jose - Curio Collection by Hilton
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Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

47900 Highway 1 Big Sur CA
The price is 66.296.400 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
66.296.400 ₫
73.594.255 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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Top Central California Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"Nice size room, well maintained, everything was clean. Easy walk to fisherman’s wharf and a short 10 to 15 minute walk to Cannery Row. Perfect location."
Craig 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Frequently asked questions

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.