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A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and hanging spherical lights. Tables are arranged around a central seating area with a long bench.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.

1. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
United States
Leslie
£226
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.

2. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Marilyn
£204
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Santa Barbara
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a clear sky, and distant trees.
A hotel with a waterfall feature in the front garden, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

3. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
Canada
Lucas
£231
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a television, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.
A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.

4. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
United States
Erica
£146
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.
A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.
A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

5. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
United States
Abraham
£289
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall palm trees and a building in the background.
A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, hanging plants, and a rustic brick wall.
A hotel entrance with a wooden ceiling, a central seating area, and potted plants.

6. The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
United States
Jesus
£160
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An outdoor patio with a round metal table, two people seated, and a building with arched windows and a stone facade in the background.
A room with a glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a desk.
A grand lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a bench, and a table with a floral arrangement.
A building with a blue dome and a bell tower, surrounded by vineyards and a rural landscape.

7. Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Estrella District
United States
Lala
£240
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
A spacious living area with a large view of the ocean, furnished with sofas, chairs, and tables.
A corridor with large windows overlooking the ocean, wooden flooring, and green upholstered chairs.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A coastal building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

8. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
United States
David
£231
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

9. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Elizabeth
£281
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brenda
£134
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A table with a view of the beach and ocean, a chair with a blanket, and a small table with a cup and a plate of food.
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, high ceilings, and elegant furnishings.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach view, and multiple lounge areas.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple arches, and a central chandelier. There are seating areas with tables and lamps.

11. Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
Oxnard Shores
United States
Keri
£221
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
An outdoor swimming pool with a view of trees and distant hills.
A wooden deck with a swing, a seating area with cushions, and a hot tub.
A spacious lounge area with a long sofa, multiple tables, and a bar area with stools.
An aerial view of a golf course with multiple tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a clubhouse.

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

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Carmel
United States
James
£490
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A patio with a fire pit, wooden chairs, and a table with a bottle and glasses.
A hot tub with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious hallway with a wooden ceiling, stone wall, and a view of the ocean.
A coastal house with a stone facade, multiple decks, and a view of the sea.

13. Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands
United States
Nitesh
£349
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
A landscaped outdoor area with a fire pit and seating, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A large brick building with a tower, a covered patio, and a parking area.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and canopies, surrounded by trees and a building.
A restaurant with wooden flooring, brick walls, and hanging pendant lights. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

14. Paso Robles Inn

Paso Robles Inn
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Shawn
£203
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Paso Robles Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.
A tennis court complex with multiple courts, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.
A coastal hotel with a beach view, palm trees, and mountainous background.
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a high ceiling, and a large arched window.

15. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
McKenna
£247
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A bar area with stools, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather chairs, a sofa, and large windows with plants.
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire feature.

16. The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
Downtown Paso Robles
United Kingdom
Shirlie
£211
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
A hotel entrance with a large glass ceiling, multiple chandeliers, and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large chandelier.
A coastal hotel with a beach view, multiple buildings, and a prominent tower.
A long dining table with chairs, chandeliers, and large windows.

17. Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Adolfo
£243
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Mar Monte Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.
A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.
A breakfast area with a large mural of a vineyard, wooden furniture, and a buffet with various food items.
A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

18. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Rachel
£109
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and hanging plants.
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a long counter, and seating.
A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and sofas, a central fireplace, and a view of a white building with arched windows.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table with books, a desk with a lamp, and a bed.

19. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
Retreat
United States
Harrison
£335
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
A two-story building with a tiled roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained garden with flowering plants and a tree.
A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.

20. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
£227
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
The Milo
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Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location and beautiful views. Staff wonderful. Only downside when you add the travel tax it brought the room to $600. for one night. A little spendy for 4:00 ck in and 11:00 am ck out. Not enough time to enjoy all the amenities"
AnTonette 1-night trip
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Central Coast California?
According to our guest reviews, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is one of the favourite 4-star hotels in Central Coast California. Located in Monterey, it comes with massage services and a pillowtop mattress. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is another sought-after option here. Also with a 4-star rating and offering massage services and spa facilities, it promises a memorable stay.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Central Coast California?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Central Coast California?
If you decide to spend your holiday at a 4-star hotel in Central Coast California, you'll typically find plenty of conveniences to make sure you're comfortable, such as a gym, restaurant and pool. You can enjoy top-quality service and upmarket accommodation. Go for a 5-star hotel and you'll have access to a few more perks — think around-the-clock concierge, on-site spas and indulgent turndown services. You're likely to get extra amenities and first-class services at a 5-star stay, but both are awesome options for luxury travellers.

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