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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 bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.
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 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
Blanca
￥39,066
￥46,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.
A modern hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring arched windows and a covered entrance area.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.

2. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
United States
Erica
￥28,259
￥39,362 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Chaminade Resort & Spa
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 grand lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a bench, and a table with a floral arrangement.
A room with a glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a desk.
A building with a blue dome and a bell tower, surrounded by vineyards and a rural landscape.

3. Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Estrella District
United States
Kamyar
￥29,142
￥41,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a clear sky, and distant trees.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.
A spacious lobby with a central wooden structure, comfortable seating, and a glass ceiling.

4. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
Canada
Lucas
￥37,788
￥49,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
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.
A room with a wooden floor, two brown armchairs, a round table with a book and a plant, a framed painting on the wall, and a wooden door with intricate carvings.

5. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Veronica
￥35,046
￥40,751 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Santa Barbara
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 rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a body of water, featuring wicker furniture and a bar area.

6. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
United States
Abraham
￥51,014
￥58,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.
A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

7. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Elizabeth
￥40,025
￥53,509 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a patterned floor, hanging plants, and a bar area.
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.

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
United States
Erik
￥30,734
￥35,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A landscaped outdoor area with a fire pit and seating, surrounded by trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table. There is a bookshelf and a mirror on the wall.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and canopies, surrounded by trees and a building.
A large brick building with a tower, a covered patio, and a parking area.

9. Paso Robles Inn

Paso Robles Inn
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Shawn
￥31,193
￥43,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Paso Robles Inn
A spacious living area with a large view of the ocean, furnished with sofas, chairs, and tables.
A coastal building with a balcony overlooking a beach.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and hanging planters.
A corridor with large windows overlooking the ocean, wooden flooring, and green upholstered chairs.

10. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
United States
Francis
￥33,333
￥43,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

11. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brooke
￥24,834
￥28,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 living room with a round coffee table, two sofas, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a beach.

12. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Shane
￥45,408
￥51,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Milo
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and hanging plants.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a coffee table with books, a desk with a lamp, and a bed.
A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a long counter, and seating.

13. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
Retreat
United States
Sahar
￥49,155
￥66,592 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a high ceiling, and a large arched window.
A tennis court complex with multiple courts, surrounded by palm trees and a beach view.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

14. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
McKenna
￥35,123
￥47,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A sunlit balcony with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant. The balcony features arched windows with a view of palm trees and the sea.
A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.
A large, historic building with arched windows and a central tower, surrounded by palm trees.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

15. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Joanne
￥56,687
￥64,753 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Santa Barbara Inn
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 stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A breakfast area with a large mural of a vineyard, wooden furniture, and a buffet with various food items.

16. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Maria
￥18,276
￥20,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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.

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

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Carmel
United States
James
￥80,645
￥102,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
A patio with a sofa and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a comfortable seating area.
A bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
United States
Abhinay
￥26,029
￥36,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Montecito Inn
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
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.

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

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Giovanna
￥37,662
￥48,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
A spacious lobby with a red sofa, a chandelier, wooden beams, and a staircase.
A spacious loft with exposed wooden beams, a red sofa, a white armchair, and a fireplace.
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a clock tower, and an American flag.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a central red seating area, and a chandelier.

20. Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Downtown Solvang
United States
Lyndsy
￥24,834
￥28,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"the annoying part was the event in the square that weekend, with loud music. (not hotel organized) hopefully, we will be lucky next time, and it will be calmer. otherwise great hotel to stay."
Anahit 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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 favorite 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.
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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 vacation 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 accommodations. 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 travelers.

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