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A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and hanging spherical lights. Tables are arranged around a central seating area with a long bench.
A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.
An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.

1. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
United States
Leslie
6.861.643 ₫
8.116.176 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.
A hotel with a waterfall feature in the front garden, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.
A spacious lobby with a central wooden structure, comfortable seating, and a glass ceiling.

2. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
Canada
Lucas
6.180.486 ₫
8.202.943 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.
A modern hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring arched windows and a covered entrance area.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.

3. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
United States
Erica
4.151.618 ₫
5.953.712 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.
A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.
A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

4. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
United States
Abraham
8.895.206 ₫
10.255.297 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A modern bar area with multiple seating options, a bar counter with a variety of bottles, and two large screens displaying sports games.
A fire pit table with a clear glass enclosure, surrounded by outdoor seating.
An indoor play area with a green slide, a wooden play structure, and a banner that reads "Imagine."
A water park with various play structures and slides.

5. Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center

Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center
Visalia
United States
Kim
3.729.154 ₫
4.192.300 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center
A modern living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a stone wall, and a view of a mountain.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a backdrop of bottles.

6. Limelight Mammoth

Limelight Mammoth
Mammoth Lakes
United States
Sara
5.286.609 ₫
6.756.912 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Limelight Mammoth
An outdoor patio with a round metal table, two people seated, and a building with arched windows and a stone facade in the background.
A room with a glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a desk.
An arched corridor with a view of a building with arches and potted plants.
A grand lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a bench, and a table with a floral arrangement.

7. Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Estrella District
United States
Graviela
6.232.642 ₫
8.793.517 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
A spacious living area with a large view of the ocean, furnished with sofas, chairs, and tables.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and hanging planters.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A corridor with large windows overlooking the ocean, wooden flooring, and green upholstered chairs.

8. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
United States
David
5.658.926 ₫
7.462.877 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

9. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Elizabeth
8.401.028 ₫
10.885.902 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brenda
4.146.402 ₫
4.761.584 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A modern restaurant with round tables, cushioned seating, and hanging plants.
A modern hotel room with a long counter, multiple chairs, and large windows offering a city view.
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, round tables, and umbrellas providing shade.
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a modern ceiling design.

11. Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose
Downtown San Jose
United States
Elena
4.255.408 ₫
4.948.958 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Hilton San Jose
An outdoor swimming pool with a view of trees and distant hills.
An aerial view of a golf course with multiple tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a clubhouse.
A spacious lounge area with a long sofa, multiple tables, and a bar area with stools.
A multi-story house with a large tree in the front yard, surrounded by various plants and shrubs.

12. Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Carmel
United States
James
13.039.000 ₫
16.656.670 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A patio with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.
A modern interior with large windows offering a view of the sea and rocky coastline.
A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.

13. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands
United States
Nitesh
10.495.874 ₫
13.226.637 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.
A hotel with a modern facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent entrance.
A spacious lobby with a red reception desk, wooden paneling, and a chandelier.
A row of white wooden chairs with a unique design, arranged in a dining area with wooden flooring and a warm ceiling.

14. Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Hotel Valencia Santana Row
San Jose
United States
Ranna
6.911.192 ₫
7.931.363 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hotel Valencia Santana Row
A landscaped outdoor area with a fire pit and seating, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and canopies, surrounded by trees and a building.
A large brick building with a tower, a covered patio, and a parking area.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a bookshelf and a mirror on the wall.

15. Paso Robles Inn

Paso Robles Inn
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Shawn
5.098.344 ₫
7.193.432 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Paso Robles Inn
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire feature.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather chairs, a sofa, and large windows with plants.

16. The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
Downtown Paso Robles
United Kingdom
Shirlie
5.752.285 ₫
7.483.711 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
A spacious lobby with a central bar area, multiple seating arrangements, and a modern chandelier.
A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, wooden paneling, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.
A modern lobby with a curved bar, seating areas, and a view of the cityscape through large arched windows.
A spacious lobby with high wooden arches, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, and a bar with stools.

17. Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose
Downtown San Jose
United States
Bridget
4.798.352 ₫
5.557.713 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Signia by Hilton San Jose
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small round table, and a balcony with a pool view.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and high ceilings.
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a television screen displaying the DoubleTree logo.
A gazebo with a tiled roof, surrounded by palm trees and a swimming pool.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
Bakersfield
United States
Brad
2.748.621 ₫
3.084.459 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A breakfast area with a large mural of a vineyard, wooden furniture, and a buffet with various food items.
A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

19. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Rachel
3.613.889 ₫
4.127.992 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and hanging plants.
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a long counter, and seating.
A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and sofas, a central fireplace, and a view of a white building with arched windows.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.

20. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
Retreat
United States
Harrison
9.022.988 ₫
12.066.178 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
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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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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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