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November 2026

Find a Boutique Hotel in California

Discover California’s most inspired boutique hotels, from historic inns and intimate hideaways to design-forward stays and luxurious retreats. Explore our collection of independent hotels, each offering genuine hospitality and a deep connection to the culture and landscapes of the Golden State.

149 Hotels

Lobby seating with vaulted ceiling with dark grey wooden exposed trusses and beams, four curved, barrel-back accent chairs with dark frames facing each other with a leather ottoman, a fireplace with candles lite inside and two sets of matching, dark-framed arched windows flank the fireplaceThe front exterior at sunset with lush grounds, flowers and buildings lit upFront desk with natural wood and stone, exposed truss and large dark framed windowsLobby of the hotel with vaulted ceiling with two chandeliers, a large floor to ceiling fireplace plush sofas and chairs and a pianoLarge guestroom with two queen beds, modern dresser holding the television, a colored tile fireplace and large draped windows

Half Moon Bay Lodge

Half Moon Bay$$

Spacious, newly refreshed rooms, resort-style amenities, and a peaceful golf-course setting offer a relaxed getaway south of San Francisco.

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A guest room at Timber Cove ResortTwo Adirondack chairs on a deck overlooking the oceanPatio of the Restore suite which includes a sauna and a cold plungeSoaking tub and glass enclosed showerGuestroom with natural wood bed frame, side tables and large window

Timber Cove Resort

Timber Cove$$$

Dramatic ocean views, iconic design, and immersive wellness and nature experiences make this bluff-top resort a singular Sonoma Coast escape.

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Guest room of the Apple Farm Inn`Illuminated outdoor pool and hot tub at Apple Farm Inn beside the historic Millhouse, with surrounding trees and hills at dusk.Lobby at Apple Farm Inn with a fireplace, blue sofa, patterned armchair, wooden coffee table and curved staircase.Apple Farm Inn roadside sign surrounded by colorful flowers and landscaping, with the inn's red-and-white buildings visible in the background.Exterior of the Apple Farm Inn motel building with red siding, white trim, covered walkways and landscaped grounds.

Apple Farm Inn

San Luis Obispo$$

In San Luis Obispo, discover contemporary country-style charm with fireside rooms, warm hospitality, and local farm-inspired comfort cuisine.

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Minibar lounge at The Marlo featuring a wooden wine refrigerator cabinet, blue sofa, green walls, illuminated "skål" sign, record player and two upholstered stools.Exterior courtyard at The Marlo featuring white buildings with dark timber trim, glass guest room doors, cushioned wooden chairs and landscaped garden beds.Outdoor lounge at The Marlo featuring a large stone fireplace, wicker sofas and chairs with white cushions, white umbrellas and wood-slat walls.View through an open glass door at The Marlo revealing a private patio with cushioned wooden chairs, small round table and landscaped courtyard.Black-and-white dog sitting on a wicker loveseat with a paw-print blanket in The Marlo's landscaped courtyard, surrounded by outdoor seating and trees.

The Marlo

Solvang$$

Steps from downtown Solvang, this reimagined boutique hotel offers contemporary Danish-inspired décor and peaceful gardens with cozy fire pits.

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Historic Victorian Inn featuring a blue facade, ornate white trim, decorative bay windows and a corner entrance along a downtown street.The Victorian Inn in FerndaleAbigail Room at Victorian Inn featuring a floral upholstered loveseat, wooden coffee table, white fireplace, pale pink wallpaper and framed artwork.Abigail Room at Victorian Inn with pink patterned bedding, brass bed frame, tall windows with lace curtains and delicate floral wallpaper.Guest room at Victorian Inn in Ferndale with floral bedding, patterned wallpaper, dark wood trim and a bay window seating area with lace curtains.

Victorian Inn

Ferndale$$$

Original redwood details, antiques, and a lively village pub bring timber-era elegance to a historic stay in downtown Ferndale.

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Oceanview room at Castle Inn with two wicker chairs, small round table, desk area and picture window with ocean viewFront exterior of Castle Inn with four red Adirondack chairs on a small lawn area with rock and shrubsLobby at Castle Inn with a large brick fireplace, and large picture windows with a view of Moonstone Beach walk pathOcean front guestroom at Castle Inn with two wicker side chairs and a small round accent table with a window overlooking the oceanGuestroom at Castle Inn with a large window and a partial view of the ocean

Castle Inn

Cambria$$

A heated pool, ocean views, and sunset gatherings around the firepit make this renovated Cambria motel a favorite for relaxed family getaways.

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Interior of a cottage at Moonstone Cottages with coastal inspired bedding and artwork, fireplace, small accent table and chairs with several windows and a partial view of the oceanWooden Moonstone Cottages entrance sign with the address 6580, illuminated by the setting sun along a coastal road in Cambria.Exterior of Moonstone Cottages at dusk shows separate cottages set amongst trees with a brick walkwaySoaking tub in a cottage at Moonstone Cottages with coastal artwork and accentsBedroom of a cottage at Moonstone Cottages features a tall natural wood headbaord, side tables with lamps, a built in sink with coffee station

Moonstone Cottages

Cambria$$$

Tucked among cypress trees overlooking Moonstone Beach, three private cottages offer ocean views, cozy fireplaces, and romantic seclusion.

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