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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.

248 Hotels

guest bedroom with an upholstered king bed, artwork above the bed, 2 large windows and a chair/desk areaThe front of the hotel with large glass doors and a sign above with the name of the hotelhotel lobby with a lit up tree sign in the backgroundcozy seating areas in the lobby with sofas, chairs, tables and plants , lamps and artworknatural wood curved staircase with white walls and black trim and railing

Oaktown Roost

Oakland $$

A locally owned historic hotel pairs contemporary comfort and Oakland-inspired design with personalized hospitality and inviting spaces to gather.

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Adirondack chairs around a stone fire pit in Hotel Ynez’s landscaped courtyard beneath mature oak trees.Garden courtyard at Hotel YnezHammock outside a guest room at Hotel YnezGarden suite at Hotel YnezLounge in the courtyard at Hotel Ynez

Hotel Ynez

Solvang$$$

In the Santa Ynez Valley, a boutique retreat pairs global and vintage-inspired design with luxe comforts, sun-drenched gardens, and a relaxed rhythm.

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Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara$$$

A relaxing beachside retreat with ocean views, resort-style amenities, and award-winning dining minutes from the Funk Zone and downtown Santa Barbara.

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The pool at El Encantopanish Colonial Revival-style building with a tiled roof, arched window with teal lattice style frame and a distinctive chimney, surrounded by flowering plants and greenerySpanish Colonial Revival-style buildings and garden paths on a hillside overlooking Santa Barbara and the ocean.A white stucco building with a covered porch is surrounded by lush landscaping and a large tree covered in purple blossoms, with agave plants and a brick walkway in the foregroundA landscaped garden with a rectangular pond filled with lily pads and a wooden walkway, surrounded by manicured lawns, brick columns, and lush greenery

El Encanto

Santa Barbara$$$$

Historic bungalows, winding gardens, and an ocean-view infinity pool create a secluded escape above Santa Barbara’s red-tiled rooftops.

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Donner Lake Inn

Truckee$$

Nestled in the pines just steps from Donner Lake, this cozy, family-friendly lodge provides easy access to year-round Sierra adventures.

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Bright guestroom at Mill Valley Inn featuring a rod iron canopy bed with crisp white bedding, light colored side tables and cabinet holding the tv, an upholstered side chair with two large floor to ceiling windows and door to private balconyView from the Mill Valley InnBreakfast area at Mill Valley Inn shows long counter with breakfast items and tables and chairs inside and outsideWine reception at Mill Valley Inn shows cheese tray and several bottles of wine and glassesGuestroom at Mill Valley Inn featuring a scalloped upholstered bed, rustic side table and lamp, wood burning stove and French doors open to private balcony with forest in the background

Mill Valley Inn

Mill Valley$$$

Nestled in the redwoods, the boutique hotel offers cozy fireplaces, private balconies, and mountain bikes for exploring the trails of Mount Tamalpais.

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Guest room at Castle Inn with a king bed, white bedding, teal headboard, seating area and large window overlooking the ocean.Two-story exterior of Castle Inn with gray siding, red guest room doors, exterior walkways and orange Adirondack chairs beside landscaped gardens.Castle Inn lobby with a white reception desk, exposed brick fireplace, pendant lighting, wood floors and large windows overlooking the garden.Outdoor swimming pool at Castle Inn with lounge chairs, patio umbrellas and glass fencing overlooking the Pacific Ocean.King guest room at Castle Inn with white bedding, teal headboard, wood floors and a round table with wicker chairs beside a large window.

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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Close-up of a bed at Moonstone Cottages with blue striped bedding, nautical accent pillows, white headboard and bedside lamp with a seahorse base.Wooden Moonstone Cottages entrance sign with the address 6580, illuminated by the setting sun along a coastal road in Cambria.Guest room at Moonstone Cottages with blue striped bedding, vaulted ceiling, wood floors, upholstered chair and kitchenette with microwave and mini refrigerator.Guest room at Moonstone Cottages with blue and white striped bedding, fireplace, hardwood floors and glass door opening to a patio.Guest room at Moonstone Cottages with white bedding, turquoise accents, rustic wood headboard, fireplace, hardwood floors and a kitchenette.

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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