Best Boutique Hotels in California

This Carmel Valley resort features star-rated dining, a wellness spa and outdoor heated pool. A limestone fireplace, 2-person soaking tub and down feather bedding are featured in each guest room. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 12 miles away. Guests are welcomed with a gourmet snack basket, fruit bowl, fresh roses, and a complimentary "wine grotto" minibar with Bernardus wines in their rooms. A flat-screen cable TV, iPod docking station and coffee machine are also provided. Lucia Restaurant & Bar boasts an extensive wine list and a menu that focuses on organic, local ingredients. The bar and lounge area provides a more casual menu and experience. The Spa at Bernardus includes marine-inspired massage services and body treatments in a spacious facility that features locker rooms, sauna rooms, a fitness room and a juice bar. A warming room with fireplace, a meditation garden, a dipping pool and a reflecting pool are available for guest relaxation. A full-service beauty salon is also available. Two tennis courts are on site. A croquet lawn and bocce court are provided for guest use. Garland Ranch Regional Park is just under 1 mile away. The Carmel Mission Basilica and Museum are 9.5 miles away.

- "It was fantastic and we will be back soon" - "Bernardus is a perfect get-away in a beautiful spot!" - "A beautiful, peaceful property with wonderful staff, that was close enough to visit the area easily, but out of the city" - "Wonderful, we will return!" - "Relaxing and peaceful" - "Very nice stay"

Located a 5-minute walk from the historic Newport Pier, this charming hotel is only steps from the beach and restaurants. It features an on-site bar and serves a continental breakfast every morning. This Newport Beach Hotel features a flat-screen TV in every guest room. The rooms also feature hardwood floors and free Wi-Fi. The hotel lobby lounge provides assorted soft drinks, beer, red and white wine and champagne. Guests can use bicycles for free at Newport Beach Hotel. Free use of the beach towels, chairs, umbrellas and sand toys is also provided. Surf lessons are available in the surrounding area. Disneyland and Angel Stadium of Anaheim are within a 25-minute drive from this hotel. The Anaheim Convention Center is 18 miles away.

- "Will be back over and over. Love this place" - "Location, location!" - "The staff was awesome. I believe Hunter was his name. He was super helpful and totally awesome. The rooms were super cle" - "We will be back. We loved our stay!" - "Impressed with hotel and staff" - "It was a pleasurable quick visit to Newport Beach" - "10/10 would reccomend" - "Perfect Beach Hotel" - "Fun in the sun." - "Shared spaces made this hotel more like an Inn."

This hotel is located in California’s Sonoma and Napa Valley wine countries. Free Wi-Fi is in every room and a full-service spa is available at this Glen Ellen hotel. Hot stone massages are just one of the treatments offered. All spacious rooms at the Gaige House feature private entrances. An iPod docking station and a 32-inch flat-screen TV are included in the rooms. Select rooms offer a private patio with creek views. Every evening, Gaige House Glen Ellen offers free evening wine and cheese tasting. Fresh baked biscuits are available. The hotel offers a daily full buffet breakfast as well. An outdoor heated pool and hot tub are on site. Complimentary on-site parking is also available.

- "Absolutely love this place , I highly recommend" - "Great location and overall an enjoyable stay." - "Relaxing and comforting stay - plenty of small luxuries" - "Superb! Would come back again in a heartbeat!" - "Everything was absolutely fantastic, thank you!" - "A beautiful and restorative retreat" - "We had a relaxing stay at the Gaige House!" - "Highly recommend" - "Quite little piece of paradise" - "Had a lovely stay,great location and just a fabulous inn."

Featuring a soothing luxury spa and rooms with private balconies overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean, Malibu Beach Inn lies 10 miles outside downtown Malibu. Free WiFi is available. The Malibu Beach Inn offers all-oceanfront rooms with contemporary wood furnishings and a hand-picked selection of wines. The digital entertainment center features music, games and a flat-screen TV with extended cable channels. The Malibu’s Carbon Beach Club serves coastal cuisine indoors and on a beachfront terrace. The restaurant’s specialty seafood and meat dishes contain fresh produce from local growers. Malibu Beach Inn guests have direct access to the private beach. Veronica's Skin and Body Care Spa offers offers a menu of exotic massages and treatments that can also be performed in guests’ rooms. Malibu Beach Inn is 2 minutes' walk from the Malibu Pier and 12 miles from downtown Santa Monica.

- "By far the best place to stay in all of LA" - "Breathtaking Malibu Paradise!" - "Absolute paradise!" - "Hope to come back soon!" - "Very luxurious, but pricey." - "Just fabulous" - "Generally very good" - "California vibe" - "To say I paid over $700 I am hugely disappointed in the value for money at this hotel. It really can’t be classed as a 5"

Senza Hotel blends modern luxury with the natural beauty of wine country. Surrounded by world-class vineyards, our boutique retreat offers a serene escape with spacious, elegantly appointed rooms, private terraces, gorgeous patios and vineyard views. Unwind in our heated outdoor pool, indulge in a locally inspired breakfast, and sip world-class wines from our exclusive partners. Whether you’re here for a romantic getaway, a wine-tasting adventure, or a relaxing retreat, Senza delivers a curated Napa experience that feels both indulgent and effortlessly inviting. Guests enjoy a daily $40 breakfast credit, ideal for starting the day with fresh, locally inspired offerings. Breakfast and dinner are also available for purchase at The Library, our restaurant located onsite. Unwind poolside, soak in the hot tub, or relax under the shaded patio. The hotel is conveniently located just a few miles from Yountville, a short drive to renowned wineries, and walking distance to the iconic Bistro Don Giovanni. Whether you're here for romance, relaxation, or to explore the region’s world-class wines, SENZA Hotel is your perfect Napa Valley getaway.

- "Beautiful getaway destination" - "Great place to stay, loved the pool and the location and the rooms were amazing!" - "Staff and location was great and I was happy with everything." - "An excellent hotel" - "It was exactly what we needed to reconnect" - "It was incredible and looking forward to returning!" - "We chose this property on-line and weren't sure what to expect. Very pleasantly surprised" - "Lovely, serene experience!"

SummerWood Inn is located in Paso Robles, within 4.7 miles of Paso Robles Event Center and 13 miles of Mission San Miguel. Featuring a garden, the 4-star inn has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides room service and a concierge service for guests. At the inn, all rooms come with a patio. All rooms are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some units at SummerWood Inn have a balcony. All guest rooms feature a closet. Continental and American breakfast options are available at the accommodation. Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is 27 miles from SummerWood Inn, while California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is 27 miles away. San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 31 miles from the property.

- "💝 🌟 🍷" - "Beautiful place, incredible staff. Wish I could stay longer!"

Set directly opposite California’s beach, Surfrider Beach in Malibu, The Surfrider Hotel has an exclusive guest-only roof deck bar and restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Malibu Pier. Complimentary surf boards and stand up paddle boards are available for guest use as well as free WiFi and morning coffee. The rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain units feature a seating area where you can relax. Certain rooms include views of the sea or mountain. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes and free toiletries. The nearest airport is Los Angeles International Airport, 17 mi from The Surfrider Malibu.

- "Beautiful funky hotel !!" - "Your California dream stay" - "I would definitely stay at the surf rider again!" - "Perfect place for a getaway" - "I would definitely visit again. My wife and me had a peaceful and relaxing stay!" - "We loved our stay here, the rooftop deck is very nice to catch the sunset and have some appetizers and drinks." - "Amazing stay! I recommend everyone to come to stay if they go to Malibu beaxh"

Located in Napa Valley, this Yountville, California hotel features an on-site pool and hot tub. Spa services are available. The on-site restaurant is headed by Chef Nick Tamburo who joins North Block from Manhattan’s Momofuku Ko, bringing a fresh energy to Yountville with his take on refined California cooking featuring locally grown, seasonal ingredients. The North Block Hotel includes guest rooms with a flat-screen TV, a large soaking tub and heated floors in the bathroom. Each room features a terrace or a patio with a seating area. The North Block Hotel is nearby French, Italian, Pacific Rim and California restaurants. Area activities include art galleries, museums, antique shops and bike rental facilities.

- "Beautifully relaxing!" - "Wonderful experience! Look forward to coming back." - "I felt pampered and relaxed at the North Block Hotel." - "Stunning village. Delightful location would definitely go back." - "Nice hotel in a great location"

Located in Los Angeles, 1.9 miles from Capitol Records Building, Gold-Diggers has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a bar. The property is around 3.2 miles from Dolby Theater, 3.7 miles from Hollywood Bowl and 4.3 miles from Griffith Observatory. The property provides nightclub and free WiFi. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a closet. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while certain rooms also offer a terrace and others also have city views. All rooms in the hotel are equipped with bathrobes and an iPod docking station. Los Angeles County Museum Of Art (LACMA) is 4.5 miles from Gold-Diggers, while Petersen Automotive Museum is 4.8 miles from the property. Hollywood Burbank Airport is 8.7 miles away.

- "Very beautiful hotel to meet great people" - "Gorgeous stay. Value for money and friendly staff." - "Exceptional place to stay. Beautiful, cozy," - "AWESOME!!!" - "Extremely unique and comfy Hollywood spot" - "Unique experience" - "Incredible hotel, wonderful staff, amazing music and community in the hotel venue." - "Be a rock star for a night" - "Nice and warm hotel and people. Just a little bit noisy at night."

Just 2 minutes' walk from Westfield Shopping Center, this Central San Francisco hotel features a restaurant and bar. It offers traditional guest rooms with free WiFi and cable TV. A fridge and coffee maker are provided in every light-colored room at The Pickwick Hotel San Francisco. The spacious rooms offer a hairdryer for guest convenience. Serving Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, guests of The Pickwick can dine at SOMA Bar & Restuarant and Zevi cafe. Fitness and business facilities are located at Hotel Pickwick. This hotel is 0.5 miles from the Museum of Modern Art, and 2.5 miles from Alcatraz Cruises. Fisherman’s Wharf is just 10 minutes' drive away.

- "For an affordable price for two nights, and a beautiful room, we’re going to come back next time!" - "Lovely staff, very clean and pleasant" - "Great stay" - "Excellent value for a reasonable price" - "Nice old skool hotel with a few modern appliances. Great place for a person on a budget" - "It was acceptable as the reception staff were very nice people, particularly Brian, the Manager, thank you." - "Perfect location for travelling, view was great and I would stay again"

Located in Midpines, 26 miles from Yosemite Arch Rock Entrance, AutoCamp Yosemite provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Guests can use a bar. Selected rooms will provide you with a kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. The hotel has a grill. Guests at AutoCamp Yosemite will be able to enjoy activities in and around Midpines, like hiking, skiing and cycling. Merced Municipal Airport is 45 miles away.

- "An amazing place to stay" - "Really enjoyable. Definitely worth it!" - "Excellent" - "Expectations: Exceeded!" - "A magical property, for all ages" - "Awesome location. Great staff. Clean airstream." - "Rejuvenating" - "Lots of fun glamping" - "Enjoyed the hassle free tent camping but not worth the cost of stay" - "It was fun once but not worth the price." - "Not for a real camping"

Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel provides rooms in Santa Barbara near Santa Barbara City College and Antioch College. Featuring a shared lounge, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property is non-smoking throughout and is located a 8-minute walk from West Beach. Every room includes a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some units at the hotel have a balcony. Guests at Hideaway Santa Barbara, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Santa Barbara, like golfing. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Leadbetter Beach, East Beach and Amtrack Station Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara Airport is 9.3 miles away.

- "I liked staying at Hideaway." - "Fun place for a weekend with a home like atmosphere" - "Would definitely stay here again." - "Overpriced room, hotel with potential" - "Pleasant enough" - "Good value" - "Don’t choose #1."

Located in Ballard, 12 miles from Neverland, The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. With free WiFi, this 4-star inn offers room service and a concierge service. At the inn rooms come with a private bathroom. A continental, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is served at the property. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike rental is available at The Ballard Inn, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel.

- "Very enjoyable getaway!" - "Excellent" - "Great value." - "It was great just home that on our next trip we have a good chance to stay there again" - "A perfect wine country get away for adults." - "Stayed overnight for our anniversary. Awesome place with great staff and service. The free breakfast was excellent!" - "Very pleasant." - "Peaceful enjoyable stay in a great location off the beaten path, yet close to desirable attractions."

An Inn to Remember is located in Sonoma, California, few steps off the main Plaza. A garden and free WiFi access are featured at the inn. The individually designed rooms and suites here are equipped with air conditioning and a private bath with a shower. Select rooms offer complimentary in-room light breakfast, a spa bath, and a flat-screen TV with cable tv. Several outdoor activities can be enjoyed in the area, such as cycling. Parking is offered on the premises. Historic Sonoma Plaza is 2 minutes' walk away, and the Mission San Francisco Solano is a 4 minutes' walk from the inn. San Francisco International Airport is 94 km from An Inn to Remember.

- "Hope to come back!" - "An Inn to Remember was definitely an Inn I'll remember. I loved everything about it!" - "My husband and I both really enjoyed our stay and won't hesitate to stay here again." - "We had a comfortable stay at this property and would happily stay here again the next time we visit Sonoma." - "Excellent!" - "Relaxing and Charming." - "Very cozy and friendly place and staff was great" - "Tranquil surroundings, beautiful rooms, patio and perfect location to all amenities,"

Little Tokyo and Grand Central Market are within 14 minutes' walk away from Miyako Hotel Los Angeles. It features multiple on-site dining options and classic rooms with free WiFi. A cable TV is provided in each guest room at the Miyako Hotel Los Angeles. All of the tan colored rooms include a refrigerator, an iron with ironing facilities, and coffee facilities. Tamon Sushi restaurant at the Los Angeles Miyako serves Asian cuisine, while the adjacent Ohjah Lounge offers a full bar and snacks. Guests can visit Cafe Take 5 for a cup of coffee or tea. A light rail transport station is 2 blocks from the hotel. The Walt Disney Concert Hall is 0.6 mi away, and Grand park is 0.7 mi away. The Japanese American National Museum is 2 minutes' walk away.

- "My stay was very enjoyable; I highly recommend this hotel!" - "Good overall. Very helpful staff. But I also couldn’t get the coffee maker to work in my room." - "Overall very good stay." - "Very good" - "Everything was great but our timing with the protests in downtown LA" - "very average" - "All in all it was a good stay." - "Decent stay, I'd stay again"

In the heart of Silicon Valley, you can find a bit of Paris at the Enchante Boutique Hotel. Guests can relax in the library, sitting by the fireplace, or on the outdoor patio. This hotel is located 12 mi from San Jose and 29 mi from Santa Cruz. Every room opens up to the comfort and elegance of a French chateau. Each room offers a HDTV, free WiFi, ironing facilities, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine. Select rooms feature a fireplace. Enchante Boutique Hotel is also canine friendly. Half Moon Bay is 18 mi from Enchante Boutique Hotel, while Oakland is 30 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Mineta San Jose International Airport, 11 mi from the property.

- "Very beautiful, quiet boutique hotel in a great town" - "It was just right for what we needed." - "We enjoyed the French theme and interesting antiques. Will return in the future." - "very good"

Located in Palm Springs, 1.6 mi from Palm Springs Convention Center, Dove Palm Springs provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. The property features an outdoor pool as well. A continental breakfast is also offered. All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area. Guest rooms include a refrigerator and a private patio with mountain views. Dove Palm Springs offers 4-star accommodations with a hot tub and sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the garden as well. Saks Fifth Avenue is 1.9 mi from the accommodations. Palm Springs International Airport is 1.9 mi from the property.

- "Perfect Palm Springs getaway" - "Oasis in the desert" - "I’ll definitely go back." - "Thank you Michelle!" - "Lovely hotel!" - "excellent souvenir" - "Private place to stay undisturbed" - "Very well maintained property and hospitable staff." - "Very relaxing" - "Not as expected!"