California Fun Along the Central Coast and Valley
California’s Central Coast and Central Valley offer a dynamic pairing of oceanfront beauty and inland abundance. Along the Central Coast—from Santa Cruz to Big Sur to San Luis Obispo—the landscape unfolds in a series of beach towns, rugged cliffs, and laid-back downtowns shaped by the Pacific. Days here are spent tracing scenic Highway 1, exploring coastal trails, and moving between surf, sand, and sunlit cafés.
Inland, the Central Valley introduces a slower rhythm, where agricultural landscapes and vineyard rows stretch beneath wide-open skies. Known for its deep connection to California’s food and wine culture, this region invites tasting, seasonal dining, and unhurried exploration.
From coastal hideaways to countryside retreats, discover boutique hotels and historic inns across California’s Central Coast and Central Valley that reflect a true sense of place—and offer a more considered way to stay.
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
Nestled on a secluded 28-acre estate in the heart of Carmel Valley, Bernardus Lodge & Spa is a refined retreat where unhurried luxury and the natural beauty of California come...
Cambria Inns Collection
The Cambria Inns Collection offers four distinct oceanfront properties situated along Moonstone Beach Drive in Cambria, CA, directly across from Moonstone Beach and Moonstone Beach...
Deetjen’s Big Sur Inn
Nestled in the scenic beauty of nature, our rustic rooms showcase intricate details and traditional Norwegian style design. Immersed in the simplicity of a bygone era, the Inn...
Inn at the Pinnacles
Inn at the Pinnacles is a highly unique destination tucked away in the Gabilan Mountains of Monterey County. Here you will find elegance, comfort, natural beauty, and solitude in...
The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo
Courageous, curious, and inspired, The Wayfarer San Luis Obispo invites you to dig deep. Embrace a unique California journey with on-and-off-campus vibes at the forefront. From our...
Big Sur River Inn
The Big Sur River Inn is an unforgettable one-stop vacation destination where traditions are born and thrive, year after year. Nestled amid towering redwoods along the scenic Big...
Tally Ho Inn
Tally Ho Inn welcomes you to the heart of the Carmel with boutique accommodations, spectacular ocean views, and award-winning service. Our elegant hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea is...
Pine Inn
An extraordinary experience awaits you at the Pine Inn. Built in 1889, ours is Carmel’s first-ever hotel, as well as its most unique, seamlessly blending historic splendor and...
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Welcome to Santa Cruz’s first luxury beachfront hotel and spa La Bahia. Nestled along the Pacific Coast, La Bahia Hotel & Spa celebrates its dramatic setting, where the...
Davenport Roadhouse Inn
The Davenport Roadhouse is a Restaurant and Inn of 9 rooms , a store featuring local handcrafted artisan creations and a center of activities for guests and the local community. We...
Marea Sol Hotel
Located on Beach Street steps away from the Santa Cruz Boardwalk and sandy beaches, our hotel offers a captivating atmosphere and key amenities that will make you never want to...
The Butler Hotel
The Butler Hotel is your gateway to the incredible offering known as the Central Coast of California. Enter through the historic 1950’s façade and you’ll immediately find...
Apple Farm Inn & Restaurant
Experience Apple Farm Inn's well-appointed accommodations in San Luis Obispo. We provide three lodging options including the Apple Farm Inn, Trellis Court Motel and the...
Madonna Inn
As an international landmark destination, Madonna Inn is nestled on over 1,000 pristine acres of rolling hills and is renowned for its whimsical decor and timeless elegance....
Alisal Ranch
You’ll discover the allure and romance of Alisal Ranch from the moment you arrive. Located just 30 minutes north of Santa Barbara, our 10,500 acres are full of open sky and...
Rhapsody In View
Rhapsody in View blossomed from a local family’s vision of inclusive and relational hospitality. The ocean-view plot of land inspired your hosts to create a one-of-a-kind...
The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern
Rich with rustic sophistication and legitimate history, the Inn at Mattei's Tavern effectively fuses old with new. The Tavern Building dates back to 1886 and the original cottages...
Sea & Sand Inn
Welcome to the Sea & Sand Inn where every room has an ocean view. We are in easy walking distance to the Santa Cruz Wharf and Beach Boardwalk and many nearby attractions,...
Monarch Cove Inn
Poised on an ocean cliff, the Monarch Cove Inn looks out onto the breathtaking curve of Monterey Bay. Accommodations are intimately nestled among flower filled gardens and a...
Pacific Blue Inn
Nestled halfway between Santa Cruz’s world famous Beach Boardwalk and the bustling Downtown area, Pacific Blue Inn offers you a quiet secluded courtyard hotel room to get the...
Beach Street Inn & Suites
Perched atop one of the most spectacularly scenic vantage points on the entire Santa Cruz coastline, Beach Street Inn and Suites offers guests breathtaking views of the entire...