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1. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,761 reviews)
"Amazing hotel excellent staff and the location was great!"
United States
Ankeen
The price is £164
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

2. The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,123 reviews)
"great stay, great service, convenient location"
United States
Cheryl
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Westin San Jose

3. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,782 reviews)
"Good experience and friendly staff."
United States
Naga
The price is £177
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (609 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is £268
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

5. Limelight Mammoth

Limelight Mammoth
4.0 star property
Mammoth Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (448 reviews)
"Awesome stay with good hospitality."
United States
Shini
The price is £249
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Limelight Mammoth

6. Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
4.5 star property
Estrella District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,701 reviews)
"Mid week one day getaway. Great place to stay."
United States
Andrew
The price is £211
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

7. Hilton San Jose

Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,013 reviews)
"The Hotel was nice, room was cozy and clean."
United States
SAID
The price is £153
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hilton San Jose

8. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,721 reviews)
"I loved the spa very romantic and the restaurants were amazing."
United States
Tony
The price is £313
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

9. Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection

Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection
4.0 star property
San Jose
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Convenient to mall and all local restaurants and bars ."
United States
Dr. Reginald
The price is £238
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hotel Valencia Santana Row, Valencia Collection

10. Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location for dining out."
United States
Ruben
The price is £167
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Signia by Hilton San Jose

11. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,363 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

12. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
4.0 star property
Retreat
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (121 reviews)
"Polite staff that gave us tons of local recommendations!"
United States
Lucas
The price is £271
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

13. DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose

DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Rosemary
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,032 reviews)
"Everything was nice the staff and the property was great"
United States
Roy
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose

14. DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center

DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
4.0 star property
Downtown Fresno
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyed the entire stay"
United States
Jonathan
The price is £109
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center

15. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (870 reviews)
"The place is amazing. We bought wood and did a bond fire in the beach. Staff was super friendly and helpful. I will return to this hotel each time I stay in the Monterey area."
United States
Juan
The price is £186
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
4.0 star property
Bakersfield
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,852 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Irma
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

17. The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Love this property. I have stayed there many times and I've always enjoyed it. Great staff, good location, beautiful grounds"
United States
William
The price is £259
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Quail

18. Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center

Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center
4.0 star property
Visalia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Live the ease of checking i to the hotel. Staff were helpful and amenities great."
United States
Marcia
The price is £129
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center

19. Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (828 reviews)
"Nice and relax, in are room we can hear the next door and above occupants, that was the only unpleasant issue"
United States
Francisco
The price is £351
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

20. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,366 reviews)
"Great location, pleasant staff."
United States
Teronya
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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What are the best 4-star hotels in Central California?
If your Central California trip is taking you to Las Vegas, stay at The Cromwell. With a range of conveniences such as a resort and a pillowtop mattress, it earns top marks from many Expedia travellers. Another popular choice in this city is Horseshoe Las Vegas. It's also rated 4 stars and features treatment rooms and designer toiletries.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Central California?
Give yourself the luxury treatment during your Central California escape by checking in to a 4-star hotel. As well as featuring upmarket surroundings, these retreats are typically packed with amenities such as bathrobes, large beds and more. A 5-star hotel will go above and beyond to make your stay an even more indulgent and unforgettable one. 24-hour concierge assistance, elegant décor and world-class dining are a few of the first-rate conveniences and services you'll likely have access to.

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