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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.

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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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Adirondack chairs in the river at Big Sur River InnRustic Big Sur River Inn signGeneral StoreBig Sur River Inn exteriorLower guest suite deck at Big Sur River Inn

Big Sur River Inn

Big Sur$$$

Riverside Adirondack chairs beneath the redwoods, rustic rooms, and lively gathering spaces set the scene at Big Sur’s oldest hotel and restaurant.

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Outdoor courtyard with fire pit and modern sectional and chairsThe building features a striking, multi-story green wall thickly covered with dense green foliage, cascading vines, and various low-maintenance plantsLobby mook area with wood bookcases holding books and other items on display against a dark wall, a leather sofa with round mirror above and a small accent tableA modern lobby with l shaped leather sofa, accent chairs and tables, a floor to ceiling stone fireplace, with a large modern piece of artwork on one wall and a large medal piece of artwork on the other

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Laguna Beach$$$

Tranquil rooms, open-air gathering spaces, and sustainable hospitality create a restorative retreat just steps from the sand in Laguna Beach.

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Guest room with rich wood paneling, a jacuzzi tub with a porthole window and two large windowsView of Noyo Harbor Inn from across the harborView of Noyo Harbor Inn's lush grounds and Noyo HarborRustic building with weathered wooden shinglesGuest room with rich wood paneling

Noyo Harbor Inn

Fort Bragg$$$

A secluded landmark above the Noyo River pairs historic craftsmanship and luxury with terraced gardens, waterfront dining, and more than 130 whiskeys.

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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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