Boutique Hotels of California

09/09/2026

Crisp coastal mornings, wine country harvests, and fewer summer crowds: fall has its own rewards in California. 🍁

Boutique hotels across the state are making the season even more enticing with mushroom foraging adventures, whiskey dinners, wine country experiences, special rates, and complimentary nights.

Discover some of our favorite fall hotel deals, packages, and experiences and start planning your next California getaway.

Discover California fall hotel deals, packages, and experiences, from wine country getaway to coastal escapes and seasonal savings.

09/05/2026

Chasing an endless summer? ☀️

While fall settles in elsewhere, Southern California’s coast keeps the season going with sunny days for surfing, strolling the sand, or simply lounging by the pool.

From Santa Barbara to San Diego, discover beachside boutique hotels to keep summer going a little longer.

08/29/2026

Follow winding roads to secluded stretches of the California coast, retreat to a hideaway beneath towering redwoods, or roam across thousands of acres of open ranchland.

We’ve rounded up 11 remote California hotels that put nature right outside your door—and give you plenty of reasons to leave the rest of the world behind.

Discover remote California hotels surrounded by redwoods, rugged coastlines, mountains and ranchlands for a secluded escape into nature.

08/22/2026

There’s more to San Francisco than its postcard views. Choosing where to stay can shape the way you experience the city—from mornings exploring the Presidio and afternoons in Dolores Park to shopping along Fillmore Street or an evening at the opera.

Our guide to the best boutique hotels in San Francisco pairs distinctive stays with different kinds of city escapes, including historic Victorian inns, neighborhood hideaways, design-forward retreats, and two hotels tucked inside the Presidio.

Discover nine boutique stays—and a different side of San Francisco.

08/18/2026

Whether you’re touring campuses, moving a student into the dorms, planning ahead for graduation, or returning for homecoming, upgrade your visit with a boutique hotel stay.

Our latest guide explores the best boutique hotels near UC Berkeley, Stanford University, Chico State, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, UC Santa Cruz, UC Santa Barbara, and UCLA.

Find the best boutique hotels in California college towns, with stylish stays near UCLA, Stanford, UC Berkeley, Cal Poly, and Chico State.

08/13/2026

The kids are heading back to school, but summer doesn’t have to end just yet. ☀️

Channel a little summer-camp nostalgia with decidedly grown-up comforts. From rustic-luxe ranches to cozy cottages tucked along the coast and nestled in the pines, these California hideaways are perfect for one last summer escape:

The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Auberge Collection
Alisal Ranch
Mar Vista Farm + Cottages
Kit Carson Lodge
the cottages of napa valley
Highlands Ranch Resort
Cottages at Little River Cove
Circle Bar B Guest Ranch
Inn at Schoolhouse Creek & Spa
Arrowhead Pine Rose Cabins

08/07/2026

Trade the lounge chair for your own private poolside retreat.

Draw the curtains, stretch out in the shade, and let the afternoon unfold at its own pace. Whether you’re savoring cocktails over a leisurely lunch or curling up with a good book, a private cabana turns an afternoon by the pool into a luxurious escape.

From Santa Monica to Sonoma Wine Country, these boutique hotels offer some of California’s dreamiest poolside cabanas:

The Eden
Cameo Beverly Hills
Bernardus Lodge & Spa
Kenwood Inn & Spa
The Milo Santa Barbara
La Bahia Hotel & Spa
Hotel Cerro
The Steward, Santa Barbara, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Auberge Collection
Corque Hotel

08/05/2026

California is home to more national parks than any other state, protecting an incredible collection of landscapes—from towering redwood forests and active volcanoes to granite cliffs, giant sequoias, soaring condors, and some of the darkest night skies in the country.

Our latest Travel Journal explores several National Park Service sites across the Golden State, with insider travel tips and nearby boutique hotels that offer an authentic connection to each destination.

Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or your next great California adventure, discover where to go—and where to stay.

Visit California

Discover California's national parks—from Redwood and Yosemite to Sequoia and Joshua Tree—and find nearby boutique hotels.

08/02/2026

More than a century after opening as Fort Bragg’s first hospital, The Grey Whale Inn is celebrating a new chapter. Lovingly restored by a Fort Bragg family whose connection to the local landmark spans generations (owner Natalie Dingman’s grandmother cared for patients here as a nurse), the 10-room boutique hotel blends historic preservation with modern hospitality.

Preserved architectural details, historic artifacts, and paintings by the owner’s father highlight the building’s rich history, while thoughtfully updated guest rooms, inviting gathering spaces, and a walkable location near Glass Beach and the Skunk Train make it an ideal base for exploring the Mendocino Coast.

Congratulations to the Dingman family on preserving an important piece of Fort Bragg’s history for generations to come.

Visit Mendocino County

07/31/2026

When inland temperatures climb into the triple digits, head for the California coast for the best kind of air conditioning.

Trade the heat for cool ocean breezes, morning fog, and boutique hotels just steps from the Pacific. Explore our collection of coastal boutique hotels and discover your next seaside getaway: https://boutiquehotelsofcalifornia.com/.