The 10 Best California Luxury Hotels 2021 (with Prices)

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Bodega Bay Lodge

US$410

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US$404

Priceline

US$410

Trip.com

US$524

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2,799 reviews

#1 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Excellent room with very large very comfortable beds with luxury bedding and pillows, and a fireplace that used logs, wonderful place to stay The shower was very large and the room was spotless, too things that I...”

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Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

US$412

US$317

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US$374

Expedia.com

US$374

Destinia.com

US$412

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1,170 reviews

#2 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“My wife and I really appreciated the luxury of the Allegretto Resort; it's an art-filled oasis of calm right near the heart of Paso Robles.”

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Santa Monica Proper Hotel

US$668

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US$668

ZenHotels.com

US$548

designhotels.com

US$742

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311 reviews

#3 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“I have been in many luxury hotels in the world, like Royal Mansour in Marrakech, Bristol in Paris, JK Place in Capri and Firenze etc, and I can tell that the Proper Hotel in Santa Monica is one of the most perfect...”

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Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite

US$335

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US$326

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US$335

Priceline

US$335

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1,251 reviews

#4 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“They have daily activities (like nightly s’mores around luxury fires), they have 2 jacuzzis outside with a heated pool outside.”

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Archer Hotel Napa

US$258

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US$258

Orbitz.com

US$253

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US$273

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540 reviews

#5 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The Archer Hotel has helped revitalize downtown Napa with its blend of modern luxury and wine country charm.”

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Andaz Napa

US$328

US$269

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US$269

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US$303

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US$328

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2,659 reviews

#6 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Nestled in beautiful downtown Napa, this hotel is full of luxury amenities and the staff is very attentive.”

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South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

US$319

US$310

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US$310

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US$310

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US$319

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3,408 reviews

#7 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The best way to experience this resort is to rent a luxury villa.”

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The Hollywood Roosevelt

US$277

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US$277

FindHotel

US$197

getaroom.com

US$346

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2,985 reviews

#8 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“What an absolutely beautiful hotel, our room was sheer luxury with a mini bar to die for lol, I would certainly recommend anyone visiting Los Angeles to stay here, you won’t be disappointed.”

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Ponte Vineyard Inn

US$320

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US$320

Trip.com

US$296

Priceline

US$320

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2,067 reviews

#9 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“If you are staying in Temecula, this is hands-down the best option for luxury accommodations and also great for a quick day trip to wine country!”

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Bernardus Lodge & Spa

US$683

US$648

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US$648

Expedia.com

US$650

Destinia.com

US$683

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607 reviews

#10 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“The Suite was everything you'd expect from a luxury hotel - Italian linens, two-person copper soaking tub, a HUGE shower, and an enclosed private patio that you could sunbath, shower and enjoy some quiet time in.”

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Napa Valley Lodge

US$409

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US$398

Expedia.com

US$409

Hurb

US$419

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1,942 reviews

#11 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“A charming, luxury inn located within walking distance of town but close to 29 for great access to Napa wineries.”

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Beach House Hotel Hermosa Beach

US$328

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US$328

Trip.com

US$310

Prestigia.com

US$347

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1,006 reviews

#12 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“From the greeting of the front staff to the experience and luxury of the rooms Beach House bears Portofino any day.”

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JW Marriott Santa Monica Le Merigot

US$358

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US$358

Expedia.com

US$358

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US$358

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1,985 reviews

#13 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“I found understated luxury in the finer details, little touches that go a long way to making the experience special.”

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Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs Hotel

US$469

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Priceline

US$468

StayForLong

US$428

Destinia.com

US$765

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541 reviews

#14 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“It speaks volumes when everything is done with great stride such as the staff at Kimpton Rowan which is why we love taking the drive to simply enjoy my day relaxing or like myself having the luxury of working remo...”

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Carter Estate Winery and Resort

US$310

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US$310

Trip.com

US$260

Hotels.com

US$310

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1,126 reviews

#15 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Relax in luxury with all the ameneties, The rooms have both a huge shower and very large soaking jacuzzi tub.”

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The Ranch at Laguna Beach

US$770

US$410

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Priceline

US$410

Agoda.com

US$415

Trip.com

US$770

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1,376 reviews

#16 Best Value in California that matches your filters

“Highly recommend this hotel!! Better than any of the luxury hotels I have stayed at including the Ritz Carlton.”

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InterContinental The Clement Monterey

US$213

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Priceline

US$213

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