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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 spacious dining area with a central island, round tables, and comfortable seating.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

1. Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara
Downtown Santa Barbara
United States
Karri
￥38,374
￥44,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel Santa Barbara
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.
An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.
A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.
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.

2. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Downtown Monterey
United States
Jennifer
￥34,074
￥40,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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 row of colorful houses along a waterfront.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Josh
￥49,735
￥64,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A gazebo with a fire, surrounded by lush greenery and a patio area with outdoor furniture.
A hotel with a waterfall feature in the front garden, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
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.

4. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
United States
Humberto J
￥32,143
￥43,681 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & 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 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.

5. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
United States
marie
￥52,584
￥60,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Monterey Plaza Hotel & 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 room with a glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a desk.
An arched corridor with a view of a building with arches and potted plants.
A grand lobby with a fireplace, two armchairs, a bench, and a table with a floral arrangement.

6. Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
Estrella District
United States
Ratnesh
￥32,873
￥45,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, hanging plants, and a rustic brick wall.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall palm trees and a building in the background.
A hotel entrance with a wooden ceiling, a central seating area, and potted plants.

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

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairview
United States
Erik
￥31,681
￥36,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brooke
￥21,376
￥24,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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 spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and hanging planters.
A coastal building with a balcony overlooking a beach.

9. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
United States
Katherine
￥28,555
￥38,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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 spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.
A coastal view with a beach, palm trees, and a white building with a red roof.

10. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
melanie
￥42,557
￥48,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Santa Barbara Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
A living room with a round coffee table, two sofas, and a large window with a view of palm trees and a beach.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.
A hotel room with a large window, two chairs, a small table, and a lamp.

11. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Greg
￥41,070
￥46,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
The Milo
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 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.

12. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
Retreat
United States
Blaine
￥42,118
￥59,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
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.

13. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
John
￥36,273
￥48,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.
Room
Room
Room

14. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
United States
SERGIO
￥25,255
￥36,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A patio with a sofa and a small table, surrounded by potted plants and a wooden deck.
A bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a TV, and a bookshelf.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.

15. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
United States
Cindy
￥33,568
￥44,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Montecito Inn
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.
A restaurant with a modern interior, featuring a mix of seating options including a long counter and a cushioned bench area.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk area.
A modern bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

16. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
United States
hengameh
￥42,039
￥54,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Quail
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.
A bar area with stools, a sofa, and a coffee table.
An outdoor patio area with multiple seating options, including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central fire feature.
Lobby

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

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
Downtown Paso Robles
United States
Michelle
￥34,927
￥45,439 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
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 building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.
A bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

18. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Brandall
￥18,741
￥21,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
An outdoor swimming pool with a view of trees and distant hills.
An aerial view of a golf course with multiple tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a clubhouse.
A wooden deck with a swing, a seating area with cushions, and a hot tub.
A multi-story house with a large tree in the front yard, surrounded by various plants and shrubs.

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

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Carmel
United States
James
￥79,170
￥101,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, modern furniture, and a view of the sky.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of trees.
A modern bathroom with wooden cabinetry, a large mirror, a framed photograph, and a coffee machine.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel
Northwest Carmel
United States
Daniel
￥70,978
￥79,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stilwell Hotel
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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.
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 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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