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Our top choices for Central Coast California 4-star hotels

A spacious interior with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central column.
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.
A bar area with a high ceiling and skylight, wooden flooring, and a bar counter with stools.
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
HK$1,782
HK$2,072 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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.
A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.
An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.
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
Anca
HK$1,995
HK$2,361 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
paola
HK$2,053
HK$2,743 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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 lobby with a central wooden structure, comfortable seating, and a glass ceiling.
A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, a central fireplace, and multiple seating arrangements.

4. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey
United States
Melvinj
HK$1,859
HK$2,467 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.
A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a body of water, featuring wicker furniture and a bar area.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.
A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

5. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
New Monterey
United States
Kristine
HK$2,605
HK$3,004 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 building with a blue dome and a bell tower, surrounded by vineyards and a rural landscape.
A room with a glass door leading to an outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a desk.
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
Kamyar
HK$1,498
HK$2,123 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles
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 cozy restaurant with wooden furniture, hanging plants, and a rustic brick wall.
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
HK$1,563
HK$1,791 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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 lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
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.

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Brooke
HK$1,130
HK$1,300 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 coastal building with a balcony overlooking a beach.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

9. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Monterey
United States
Katherine
HK$1,514
HK$2,031 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 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.
A spacious room with two sofas facing a glass table, a vase with flowers, and large windows offering a view of the ocean.

10. Santa Barbara Inn

Santa Barbara Inn
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
melanie
HK$2,942
HK$3,360 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Santa Barbara Inn
A patio with striped sofas and a table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and flowers.
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.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and sailboats.

11. The Milo

The Milo
Santa Barbara Beach
United States
Greg
HK$2,309
HK$2,637 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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 spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and sofas, a central fireplace, and a view of a white building with arched windows.
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
Andrea
HK$2,236
HK$3,092 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a runway and palm trees.
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.
A spacious lobby with modern seating, a high ceiling, and a large arched window.

13. Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Santa Barbara Beach
Canada
John
HK$1,927
HK$2,553 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
A conference room with round tables, black chairs, and a carpeted floor.
A person holding a tray with food, a table with chairs, and a natural outdoor setting.

14. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
United States
Erica
HK$1,249
HK$1,791 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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 room with a fireplace, large windows, and a comfortable seating area.

15. Montecito Inn

Montecito Inn
Santa Barbara
United States
Cindy
HK$1,765
HK$2,341 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Montecito Inn
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a pond.
A serene pond reflecting trees and a building with outdoor seating.
A modern bedroom with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a desk area.

16. The Quail

The Quail
Carmel
United States
William
HK$2,083
HK$2,693 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather chairs, a sofa, and large windows with plants.

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

The Ava Hotel Paso Robles, Curio Collection By Hilton
Downtown Paso Robles
Canada
Wendy
HK$1,730
HK$2,251 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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 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 stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.
A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

18. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
United States
Christopher
HK$932
HK$1,069 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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 spacious lounge area with a long sofa, multiple tables, and a bar area with stools.
A wooden deck with a swing, a seating area with cushions, and a hot tub.

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

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Carmel
United States
James
HK$4,118
HK$5,227 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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 bathroom with wooden cabinetry, a large mirror, a framed photograph, and a coffee machine.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of trees.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. Stilwell Hotel

Stilwell Hotel
Northwest Carmel
United States
Daniel
HK$4,157
HK$4,678 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stilwell Hotel
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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"One of our favorite places to stay in Monterey! The hotel staff is always friendly and willing to accommodate you during stays. Great walkable location."
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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 favourite 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 holiday 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 accommodation. 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 travellers.

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