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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,349 reviews)
"Great place really enjoyed the stay"
United States
Jaime
The price is HK$2,040
HK$2,413 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,660 reviews)
"We had a great family stay. Staff was extremely nice and helpful."
United States
Amanda
The price is HK$1,751
HK$2,344 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,597 reviews)
"Outstanding place to stay!"
United States
Andrea
The price is HK$3,208
HK$3,690 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,055 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Maureen
The price is HK$1,110
HK$1,317 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
The Westin San Jose

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (364 reviews)
"Great hotel with all the amenities you could possibly need. The food at their restaurants is great as well!"
United States
Lucia
The price is HK$3,099
HK$3,916 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (671 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel in a gorgeous location."
United States
Karyn
The price is HK$2,000
HK$2,584 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Limelight Mammoth

Limelight Mammoth
4.0 star property
Mammoth Lakes
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Great staff and management, good breakfast and dog friendly"
United States
Tuan
The price is HK$1,833
HK$2,343 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Limelight Mammoth

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
4.5 star property
Estrella District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,596 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Edwin
The price is HK$1,466
HK$2,086 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,299 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is HK$2,031
HK$2,312 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center

Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center
4.0 star property
Visalia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Jason
The price is HK$1,247
HK$1,401 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Visalia Marriott at the Convention Center

Hyatt Carmel Highlands

Hyatt Carmel Highlands
4.0 star property
Carmel Highlands
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (969 reviews)
"Beautiful resort!!!! And the restaurant at the resort has the most amazing view of the ocean. Staff are so friendly and accommodating. Can’t wait to come back to this beautiful resort."
United States
luann
The price is HK$5,287
HK$6,336 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Hyatt Carmel Highlands

The Quail

The Quail
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful location, a great place to stay."
United States
Robert
The price is HK$2,788
HK$3,474 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Quail

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,025 reviews)
"Great trip with my wife for our anniversary."
United States
James
The price is HK$3,129
HK$3,544 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield
4.0 star property
Bakersfield
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,696 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel, I love it every time I stay!"
United States
Carol
The price is HK$778
HK$873 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bakersfield

DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose

DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Rosemary
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"We stayed"
United States
Kerry
The price is HK$1,023
HK$1,181 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
DoubleTree by Hilton San Jose

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great restful location, excellent property"
United States
Penelope
The price is HK$1,179
HK$1,713 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.0 star property
Carmel
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (813 reviews)
"We had a lovely visit and may make our way here again sooner than we thought. It was absolutely exquisite!"
United States
Meredith
The price is HK$4,784
HK$5,964 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Hotel Valencia Santana Row
4.0 star property
San Jose
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay and location"
United States
james
The price is HK$2,118
HK$2,430 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Hotel Valencia Santana Row

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Paso Robles
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (222 reviews)
"Awesome Hotel and excellent staff."
United States
Robert
The price is HK$1,688
HK$2,202 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton

Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose
4.0 star property
Downtown San Jose
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (942 reviews)
"Loved the proximity to downtown and walking distance to the SAP center. Staff was extremely friendly from the desk to the valet and the bar. We will definitely stay there again"
United States
David
The price is HK$1,447
HK$1,676 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Signia by Hilton San Jose
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Post Ranch Inn

Post Ranch Inn

47900 Highway 1 Big Sur CA
The price is HK$17,842 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
HK$17,842
HK$19,813 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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What are the best 4-star hotels in Central California?
If your Central California trip is taking you to Las Vegas, stay at The Cromwell. With a range of conveniences such as a resort and a pillowtop mattress, it earns top marks from many Expedia travellers. Another popular choice in this city is Horseshoe Las Vegas. It's also rated 4 stars and features treatment rooms and designer toiletries.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Central California?
Give yourself the luxury treatment during your Central California escape by checking in to a 4-star hotel. As well as featuring upmarket surroundings, these retreats are typically packed with amenities such as bathrobes, large beds and more. A 5-star hotel will go above and beyond to make your stay an even more indulgent and unforgettable one. 24-hour concierge assistance, elegant décor and world-class dining are a few of the first-rate conveniences and services you'll likely have access to.

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