Best Preferred LVX Collection Hotels in California

Located next to the Funk Zone in Santa Barbara, the Hotel Californian is just steps from the beach and features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy several on-site dining options and take advantage of the on-site spa. Every air-conditioned guest room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, a coffee machine, free toiletries and a desk. Some rooms also feature a balcony. The hotel has two locations where guests can dine. Goat Tree offers casual dining all day offering fresh local fare including pastries and baked goods, a full breakfast menu, and cold-pressed juices and coffee. Blackbird offers Mediterranean-influenced cuisine with the Pacific Ocean and Funk Zone as a backdrop. The hotel spa, Majorelle, offers a steam room, a salon, and an indoor and outdoor lounge. Kunin Wines is 328 feet from Hotel Californian, while Santa Barbara Wine Collective is 656 feet from the property. The nearest airport is Santa Barbara Airport, 8.7 mi from the hotel.

- "Incredibly beautiful hotel" - "This was a wonderful trip and we will be staying here again in the future!" - "Outstanding" - "Delightful getaway in the heart of the Funk Zone - comfortable rooms, beautiful furnishings, excellent spa and right by" - "Great!" - "Excellent. Great rooms, clean, well kept, great staff" - "Would stay again! Excellent service!" - "Beautiful hotel right on the beach and in the centre of town"

Set in Rancho Bernardo, 23 mi from San Diego, Rancho Bernardo Inn features a year-round outdoor pool and spa center. The resort has a hot tub, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Private parking is available on site. Each air-conditioned room at this resort is equipped with a flat-screen cable TV. Select rooms feature a seating area, a balcony or patio. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a bath. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. A conference center is available for business guests. Complimentary use of a courtesy vehicle may be available for locations within an 8-km radius. The area is popular for golfing and hiking. Coronado is 25 mi from Rancho Bernardo Inn, while La Jolla is 17 mi away. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 22 mi from Rancho Bernardo Inn.

- "So kindness staff good food great restaurants" - "Relaxing weekday getaway to re-nourish the soul" - "A wonderful time and cannot wait to come back." - "The staff was amazing. Friendliest I have ever encountered." - "Fantastic stay! Thank you!" - "Great day of golf, great food and beverages.Wonderful room overlooking the golf course." - "Great stay, beautiful property, bring a sleep mask" - "See above." - "It's in the city, but feels like you're not. A nice staycation getaway."

Balboa Bay Resort is Newport Beach’s premier waterfront retreat offering stunning bay views and sunsets over Balboa Bay’s harbor. Recently named the #1 Resort in Newport Beach by U.S. News & World Report, the Forbes Four-Star and AAA Four-Diamond property features 159 luxurious guestrooms and suites, offering relaxed yet refined accommodations, along with a celebrated culinary program that includes the newly reimagined signature A+O Restaurant | Bar with new menus under Executive Chef Prabeen Prathapan and a spirit-forward, creative craft cocktail program with a smoked cocktail cart; Blend, offering fresh grab-and-go delicacies and delights that pair perfectly with beautiful bay views; a pool bar; and 24-hour in-room dining. Wellness amenities include a fitness studio, year-round heated outdoor swimming pool and whirlpool with poolside cabanas, a full-service 10,000-square-foot spa, and Drybar salon. The new Recreation Center offers land and water sport rentals from the hotel’s private dock along with curated experiences and a robust Poolside Cabana program. Wedding and group offerings include the newly debuted Lighthouse, Bayfront ceremony lawn and more, totaling nearly 35,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor function space. Disneyland is just 20 minutes from the Balboa Bay Resort. Crystal Cove State Park is 10 minutes from the resort.

- "would love to come back!" - "We have traveled extensively and stayed in some beautiful hotels...this is the best!" - "Amazing" - "Fabulous" - "My wife and I we’re celebrating our 26 wedding anniversary and the front desk gave us a complimentary room upgrade." - "Very good" - "Relaxing, romantic, and fun!" - "Ready to return" - "It was great." - "Overpriced food. Otherwise excellent" - "Very clean hotel and welcoming staff for a brief visit to this upscale resort."

Located less than 5 minutes walk to 3rd Street Promenade and the Santa Monica State Beach path, this Santa Monica modern beach-side hotel features a restaurant, bar, and lounge. Select rooms provide ocean views. Each room provides a flat-screen TV, bathrobes, slippers and spa toiletries at Huntley Santa Monica Beach. Select rooms feature a spa bath. Featuring a rooftop view of the ocean and coastline, The Penthouse restaurant, bar and lounge is styled in elegant white drapes, lavish white chairs and white on white linens. Dinner is served daily and brunch is served on the weekend. A happy hour menu is offered Monday-Friday at the Huntley. A 24-hour reception, concierge and room services are provided for guests at the Huntley. Dry cleaning, shoe shine, and airport transfers are also offered with an additional surcharge. Venice Beach is 10 minutes’ drive away from the Huntley Santa Monica Beach. Hollywood, California is just 12 miles away from Huntley Santa Monica Beach.

- "Great location, great staff" - "Fun and romantic" - "Fabulous location and amenities" - "Very relaxing after returning from a long trip." - "Highly recommend- from check in to goodbye the team there nailed it. Customer service A1!" - "Great hotel!!! Would stay there over and over" - "I was well taking care of" - "excellent stay" - "Oveall loved everything about the hotel and location" - "This hotel seemed very indulgent and we loved it"

Combining old-world charm with modern amenities, this Mediterranean designed La Jolla hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from San Diego International Airport. It features elegant rooms with free Wi-Fi, features an outdoor pool and has 2 restaurants located on-site. Each stylish room at La Valencia Hotel includes a flat-screen TV, a mini-bar and tea and coffee-making facilities. Rooms are decorated in soft colors and include guest bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. Select rooms offer lush garden or panoramic Pacific Ocean views. Guests at Hotel La Valencia have the option of dining at The Med, which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, or at Café la Rue, which is open from 11:00 am until midnight daily. A spa and wellness center offering massages is located on-site at La Valencia. Guests can go for a workout in the fitness center or visit the business center. Torrey Pines Golf Course is 15 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds are 13 miles away.

- "Simply A wonderful place, where we made beautiful memories." - "The LaValencia is truly a one of a kind and special property!" - "Exceptional customer service" - "Lovely stay at a beautiful property!" - "Best value for a luxury hotel" - "Great, definitely recommend!" - "Pleasant"

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Surf & Sand Laguna Beach is located in the heart of Laguna Beach and offers its guests private beach access. The Aquarium of the Pacific is 42 mi away and Disneyland is 25 mi away. All rooms come with a flat-screen cable TV. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and free toiletries. The onsite restaurant, Splashes, offer fresh seaside cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The resort has an outdoor pool and sun terrace, and free WiFi is featured throughout the property. Heisler Park is 1.4 mi from Surf & Sand Laguna Beach, while 1000 Steps Beach is 3.1 mi from the property. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 11 mi from the property.

- "It was beautiful and relaxing." - "Our state was absolutely lovely. We just love coming to the surf and sand! The new updates were unbelievable. We were bl" - "Beautiful ambiance and right on the water!! Gorgeous" - "Spectacular beauty inside and outside" - "Had a wonderful time!" - "Absolutely beautiful property with incredible staff" - "Perfect place to relax and make memories" - "Enjoyed our stay, but would not stay there again until construction completed."

The Sunset Marquis Hotel Los Angeles is located in the heart of West Hollywood. Hidden away in a tree lined cul-de-sac, it is just steps from the famed sidewalks of the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood. The property features 2 outdoor pools and an on-site restaurant. Villas at the property include unique amenities like private elevators, kitchens,dining rooms, televisions, and living rooms. Suites include similar amenities with toiletries and Bluetooth enabled mobile speakers. There is an on-site bar available at the hotel. There is also a fitness center and spa available on-site. Guests can enjoy the gardens and 24-hour front desk. The property also is home to successful recording studios and an art gallery. The Sunset Strip is less than 0.6 mi from the property, while the Farmer's Market Los Angeles is 1.7 mi away. Dolby Theater and the Hollywood Walk of Fame are 2.3 mi away. Los Angeles International Airport is 12 mi from the property.

- "Tranquil stay in LA." - "Welcome Home" - "10/10, best hotel with best staff!" - "Best staff ever, our home away from home!" - "Best place ever in LA, can't go wrong." - "Perfect" - "Amazing family stay in WeHo." - "Perfect oasis in LA" - "Have a fabulous time, just stay away from the bar" - "Simply perfect place to stay when visiting L.A." - "Outstanding location, beautiful hotel" - "Great vibe and location"

Located in Carmel, a few steps from Carmel Beach, Carmel Beach Hotel provides accommodations with free bikes, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can use a bar. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all guest rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a balcony. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Carmel Beach Hotel has a terrace. Carmel River State Beach is a 14-minute walk from the accommodation, while Point Lobos State Reserve is 3.8 miles away. Monterey Regional Airport is 6.8 miles from the property.

- "Best place ever been" - "Great location, very neat and clean. The staff was amazing very accommodating they go above and beyond to make sure you" - "Best place ever" - "Enjoyed the cleanliness and daily upkeep of the room, nice to view the ocean." - "Over I really enjoy this place location is prime one block from the beach . Love it …" - "Very nice. Luxurious." - "Mostly good, can improve, pricey.(city, county, state taxes, hotel tips, room prices)"