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Best Coastal Hotels in California
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items From Southern California to Northern California, these are the most beautiful California coast hotels that need to be on your bucket list.
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An architectural marvel along the rugged Northern California coast, Sea Ranch offers serene, minimalist accommodations with Pacific Ocean views and miles of hiking trails.
Sea Ranch
A quintessential SoCal beachfront hotel in Santa Monica, Shutters on the Beach combines luxury with the laid-back charm of a coastal cottage.
Shutters on the Beach
Set atop the cliffs of Encinitas, Alila Marea Beach Resort captures the spirit of coastal luxury with dramatic ocean views and access to some of the best surfing spots in California.
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas
This iconic resort in Laguna Beach is known for its lush, oceanfront setting and luxurious accommodations.
Montage Laguna Beach
Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific, the Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay delivers an unforgettable coastal experience, with world-class golf and spa services.
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
An exclusive and intimate oceanfront retreat, Nobu Ryokan Malibu fuses Japanese minimalist design with Malibu’s iconic coastal beauty, offering a serene escape steps from the sand.
Nobu Ryokan Malibu
Located on the stunning shores of Montecito, Rosewood Miramar Beach redefines luxury living with its lavish beachfront bungalows, chic ambiance, and impeccable service.
Rosewood Miramar Beach
Situated in the heart of Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone, Hotel Californian pairs Spanish Colonial Revival architecture with Moroccan-inspired details, offering easy access to wine tasting rooms, local art galleries, and coastal adventures.
Hotel Californian
A Mediterranean-style resort nestled along the Gaviota Coast, Ritz Carlton Bacara offers dramatic oceanfront views, world-class dining, a luxurious spa, and access to pristine beaches.
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
This charming Laguna Beach resort sits directly on the sand, where every room comes with panoramic ocean views and the soothing sounds of waves crashing below.
Surf & Sand Resort Laguna Beach
Come here for a young and fun, vibrant atmosphere complete with rooftop dining overlooking the iconic Oceanside Pier.
Mission Pacific Beach Resort | Beachfront Resort Oceanside
This world-renowned eco-luxury retreat on the cliffs of Big Sur offers unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean…bonus: it's adults only!
Post Ranch Inn
Nestled in the redwood forests of Big Sur, Alila Ventana Big Sur provides a secluded, luxurious escape with glamping-style accommodations and stunning views of the Pacific coastline.
Alila Ventana Big Sur
Views of the Golden Gate Bridge don't get much better than at Cavallo Point Lodge which blends historic charm with contemporary eco-friendly design.
Cavallo Point Lodge
Step into the rugged Mendocino coast at Harbor House Inn, an intimate, culinary-focused escape in Northern California.
Harbor House Inn
A historic beachfront resort in San Diego, Hotel del Coronado stands out with its iconic Victorian architecture, legendary past, and expansive sandy beaches perfect for family adventures or romantic getaways.
Hotel del Coronado
This charming, design-forward boutique hotel in Cambria offers a cozy, Scandinavian-inspired retreat just steps from the Moonstone Beach Boardwalk.
White Water