The 10 Best 5 Star Hotels in California 2021 (with Prices)

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Pendry San Diego

US$373

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Priceline

US$351

FindHotel

US$324

getaroom.com

US$402

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1,528 reviews

#1 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“However, for the shamelessly bourgeois traveler who loves a touch of luxury without OTT presentation and welcomes the chance to delight (and inspire a little envy in) friends, family, and colleagues, The Pendry is...”

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Hotel Californian

US$772

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Hotels.com

US$770

Tripadvisor

US$734

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US$770

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530 reviews

#2 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“... part of a super clean ambience amidst the beauty of the Mediterranean architecture and the opulence of Santa Barbara....booked a Cordova room as we were traveling with our 20 year old daughter and needed extra...”

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Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills

US$632

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Expedia.com

US$631

FindHotel

US$589

getaroom.com

US$705

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1,808 reviews

#3 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“A seamless luxury business experience, service was elegant, food extraordinary, people were friendly genuine and helpful, room was amazing, all in all a superior business stay at a quintessential luxury brand that...”

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Viceroy L'Ermitage Beverly Hills

US$716

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US$716

StayForLong

US$674

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US$718

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1,120 reviews

#4 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“One of our favorite luxury settings is the rooftop pool, featuring 360-degree views of Beverly Hills and private cabanas to enjoy a massage or cocktails in the shade.”

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The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills

US$494

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Priceline

US$494

Hurb

US$473

getaroom.com

US$621

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2,305 reviews

#5 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The room was beautiful, spacious and luxurious, the beds extremely comfortable, two showers and a bathtub, impeccably clean and tastefully designed, the balcony with a great view.”

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The Resort at Pelican Hill

US$706

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PelicanHill Resort

US$728

Agoda.com

US$604

getaroom.com

US$833

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1,905 reviews

#6 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“With a shuttle to Crystal Cove beach and local hikes, this becomes a base for enjoying the great facilities onsite or for venturing further afield, knowing the luxury that awaits your return.”

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El Encanto, A Belmond Hotel, Santa Barbara

US$859

US$820

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US$820

Priceline

US$819

Trip.com

US$859

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1,343 reviews

#7 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“While some of the best hotels in Santa Barbara mend from the fires and mudslides you just may find a new luxury destination that you can enjoy for a special occasion at the Belmond El Encanto.”

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Hotel Casa Del Mar

US$800

US$663

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Priceline

US$663

Preferred Hotels

US$663

Trip.com

US$800

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1,409 reviews

#8 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“This is a wonderful place to stay while in Santa Monica -/ especially the three bedroom suite which was spacious, beautifully decorated and luxurious.”

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The Peninsula Beverly Hills

US$738

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US$738

Agoda.com

US$629

getaroom.com

US$872

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1,065 reviews

#9 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The luxury and elegance of the property and the welcoming feeling I get every time I walk thru the front doors of this property make it hard to want to go home.”

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The Beverly Hills Hotel

US$785

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US$785

Official Website

US$785

Hotels.com

US$785

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1,461 reviews

#10 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“... exactly to the day where Marlene Dietrich led the way .. but it has all the up to date / modern elegance that one would expect in 2018’s cut throat industry.. Full of charm & history but the height of luxury.”

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Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square

US$1,055

US$732

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US$859

Hotels.com

US$859

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US$1,055

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838 reviews

#11 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“... the second floor terrace had a great outdoor living room with gas fireplace that rocked as a luxury spot to watch the sunset and prep for a night out on the city ..... the staff at the hotel was very accommoda...”

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Shutters on the Beach

US$720

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Tripadvisor

US$720

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2,047 reviews

#12 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“This kind of charm and ease is a hard thing to achieve in a luxury hotel, and it is my #1 choice of any kind, business or pleasure, whenever in the LA area.”

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Kimpton La Peer Hotel

US$448

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US$448

Hotels.com

US$448

Expedia.com

US$448

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237 reviews

#13 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“While the property truly is lovely and luxurious, it was the personal service from Cody, Andrew, and Garrett that made our stay perfect!”

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The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, Los Angeles

US$356

US$345

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Hotels.com

US$342

Expedia.com

US$342

Trip.com

US$356

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2,312 reviews

#14 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The rooms are wonderfully appointed, the staff understands customer service, the restaurants are all wonderful, the Afternoon Tea is a special treat, and the Spa onsite can take care of all your pampering needs.”

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THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego

US$256

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US$256

Priceline

US$256

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US$256

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2,891 reviews

#15 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“You will feel like royalty checking in at the US Grant in the lively Gaslamp area, part of the Luxury Collection this Hotel has hosted 15 U.S Presidents and 5 First ladies.”

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SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills

US$410

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LuxuryCollection

US$335

Priceline

US$410

Hotels.com

US$410

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2,378 reviews

#16 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The staff is friendly and helpful, the food and decor are all top notch, but most important to me, the rooms are clean, luxurious and comfortable.”

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Hotel Bel-Air

US$806

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Expedia.com

US$806

Official Website

US$806

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