Boutique Hotels of California

09/20/2026

Discover McCloud’s scenic wonderland. 🍂

Beneath the slopes of Mount Shasta, a historic lumber town opens onto a landscape of rushing waterfalls, legendary trout waters, forest trails, volcanic scenery, and brilliant fall color.

Explore the three waterfalls of the McCloud River, cast a line in its clear, cold waters, follow the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway to Burney Falls, or wander through a town that looks like a postcard from a bygone era.

Stay in one of McCloud’s beautifully preserved historic hotels and spend a weekend—or longer—exploring this scenic corner of California.

McCloud Hotel
McCloud Mercantile and Hotel
McCloud River Bed & Breakfast

McCloud Chamber of Commerce
Discover Siskiyou

Explore historic McCloud near Mount Shasta, with waterfalls, fly fishing, scenic drives, seasonal adventures, and charming boutique hotels.

09/18/2026

Tucked among the redwoods of Sonoma County, fall feels especially inviting at the Inn at Occidental. 🍂🍷

Spend the day wandering beneath towering redwoods, discovering Sonoma w**eries, or exploring the coast. Back at the inn, relax on the porch or by the fire with a glass of local w**e and soak in a jetted tub before drifting off to sleep.

This fall and winter, stay two nights and receive a complimentary third night—giving you one more day to settle into the slower rhythm of Sonoma w**e country.

And beginning in November, the inn’s monthly W**emaker Dinner Series brings local w**emakers, growers, and chefs together for intimate multi-course dinners and w**e pairings through April.

📍Inn at Occidental | Occidental, California

09/09/2026

Crisp coastal mornings, w**e 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, wh***ey dinners, w**e 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 w**e 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 W**e 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.