Southern California is famous for its sandy beaches, beautiful views and a relaxed lifestyle. Get away to one of these stunning cottages, hotels and inns for a weekend of pampering and rejuvenation in a beautiful setting. Take romantic walks with ocean views, request a massage in the privacy of your room, go hiking, swimming or play golf. End the day with a romantic dinner featuring delicious farm-to-table cuisine.
Cal-a-Vie Health Spa
Modeled after trips to France and encompassing approximately 450 acres, Cal-a-Vie Health Spa in Vista is a European-style wellness retreat and spa. Set between fields of lavender and grape vines, Cal-a-Vie combines the concept of nutrition, health, and fitness with the luxurious philosophies of a European spa. The award-winning health spa and fitness retreat offers customized 3, 4, or 7-night stays that provide a beautiful and intimate self-care hideaway. Couples can choose from 25 spa villas and 7 suites when planning their romantic spa getaway.
29402 Spa Havens Way, Vista, CA 92084, Phone: 866-772-4283
Hotel Santa Barbara - 1 hour 50 minutes from LA
Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, Hotel Santa Barbara carefully combines luxury, history and hospitality. The hotel is ideal for a romantic getaway weekend, offering couples a choice of serene and beautiful rooms and suites next to Santa Barbara's top attractions. You will have all the home-from-home luxuries at your fingertips, including Keurig Coffee Makers, mini fridge, microwave and comfortable robes.
You can do as much or as little as you choose – the beach is just a short walk away down State Street or you can visit Steams Wharf and the famous Urban Wine Route. Hotel Santa Barbara is also steps away from excellent shopping, affordable activities, and a variety of dining options.
Hotel Santa Barbara, 533 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, Phone: 805 957 9390
The Inn at Churon Winery, Temecula
A scenic winding road leads you through the vineyards as you approach the impressive Chateau and Winery at Churon. The Inn at Churon Winery is a 24-room boutique hotel where you and your partner can surrender yourselves to a romantic and relaxing getaway, surrounded by luxury.
The spacious French-inspired guest rooms and suites all offer oversize marble bathrooms with double tubs, in-room fireplaces and private terraces where you can admire the vineyard views as you sip some premium wines.
Breakfast is included in your rate and you can enjoy lunch at Café Churon. While you are there you can enjoy a tasting of the wines in the Tasting Room.
The Inn at Churon Winery, 33233 Rancho California Road, Temecula, CA 92591, 951-654-9070
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara - 1 hour 50 minutes from LA
With incredible views over the Pacific Ocean, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a luxurious Mediterranean-style resort and spa just outside of Santa Barbara.
Exquisite Spanish colonial-style rooms are the picture of elegance and refinement, with flowing, open-plan living spaces, plush beds fitted with imported linens, and lovely en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers and soaking tubs. Guests will definitely appreciate the private balconies that overlook magnificent ocean views. Some rooms offer fireplaces while suites have ample living rooms and pullout sofa beds for extra guests.
Bacara Resort & Spa prides itself on its array of superior facilities, including two oceanfront swimming pools with private cabanas, a state-of-the-art fitness center and gymnasium, a full-service spa and wellness center, multiple dining options for both casual and fine dining, and a seasonal kids' club.
8301 Hollister Ave, Goleta, CA 93117, Phone: 855-968-0100
Holiday House, Palm Springs
The name says it all – Holiday House is a 26-room boutique hotel in downtown Palm Springs which is dedicated to making holiday makers feel right at home. Old meets new in this 70-year old building which has been sympathetically re-imagined, retaining some mid-century elements while adding all the modern necessities you need for a romantic sojourn.
The guestrooms now boast over-size showers, deluxe textiles, beautiful artwork and indulgent bath amenities. Guests are treated to a complimentary Continental breakfast each morning.
Other amenities include an outdoor swimming pool with loungers, a restaurant/bar, rental bicycles and an expansive manicured garden where you can relax.
Holiday House, 200 W. Arenas Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262, 760-320-8866
Inn Paradiso, Paso Robles - 3 hours 30 minutes from LA
Nestled among old oak trees, Inn Paradiso is located just outside of Paso Robles halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Uniquely constructed from wood and hand-forged metal, the Inn Paradiso combines rustic elegance with eclectic modern design to create an exclusive and intimate boutique hotel.
Three individually decorated suites and a spacious loft are furnished with mid-century furniture, antiques, artworks, and photography.
King size beds are fitted with luxury linens and designer textiles, and guests will surely appreciate the gas fireplaces and private balconies with captivating views of the surrounding oak trees.
A mini fridge, French coffee press, iPod docks and free Wi-Fi offer creature comforts and a complimentary organic breakfast is served each morning.
The Inn is conveniently situated just half an hour from the beach in the heart of one of the best wine regions in the country. There are numerous wine farms, olive oil producers, and farmers’ markets to explore in the area, as well as great cycling roads, hiking and horse trails, and beautiful natural scenery to enjoy.
975 Mojave Lane, Paso Robles, CA 93446, Phone: 805-239-2800
Sycamore Mineral Springs Spa and Resort, San Luis Obispo - 3 hours from LA
Situated in the lush hills of the Avila Valley on California’s Central Coast, Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort and Spa offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Surrounded by verdant forests, meadows, and undulating hills and within walking distance to the beach, this historic property promises an unforgettable spa retreat experience.
Well-furnished guestrooms and suites (including a 3-bedroom guesthouse for larger groups) feature spacious living areas, cozy bedrooms, elegant décor, and comfortable furnishings.
Additional highlights include private balconies or patios and hot mineral spring tubs.
Sumptuous seasonal cuisine is served in a casual, relaxed setting at the Gardens of Avila Restaurant while the Healing Arts Dome offers daily yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi classes.
Guests can relish in pampering treatments at the full-service day spa and soak in the Hillside Mineral Spring Tub or the Oasis Waterfall Lagoon.
The outdoor swimming pool is the perfect place to unwind on sunny days, and a variety of nearby activities such as wine tasting, scenic drives, and world-class golf are available. Rooms are affordable, especially in the off season.
Sycamore Mineral Springs Spa and Resort, 1215 Avila Beach Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, Phone: 805-595-7302
Del Marcos Hotel, Palm Springs
Built in 1947, Del Marcos Hotel in Palm Springs is an intimate, adults-only hotel in the Historic Tennis Club district and is located within walking distance of downtown Palm Springs. Bright and airy guestrooms boast unique décor with trendy midcentury-modern accents, sleek terrazzo flooring, en-suite bathrooms with showers and baths, and private balconies or patios with dazzling views. Guests have access to convenient modern amenities such as flat screen televisions, mini-fridges and free wireless Internet, while suites enjoy spacious living rooms and small kitchenettes.
After savoring a delicious complimentary breakfast, relax in one of the private cabanas next to the heated saltwater swimming pool, indulge with luxurious in-room spa services, or grab a beach-cruiser bike and explore the area.
225 West Baristo Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262, Phone: 800-676-1214
The Pearl Hotel, San Diego
Mid-century vintage meets modern chic in this sleek, boutique San Diego hotel. Conveniently located near the Gaslamp Quarter and some of the city’s most popular tourist attractions, The Pearl Hotel offers guests an inviting and intimate retreat like no other.
Twenty-three artistically furnished accommodations evoke the mid-century aesthetic of '60s Palms Springs, ‘70s Los Angeles glamor, and today’s hip and contemporary downtown San Diego scene.
Designer platform beds, vintage-modern décor, and en-suite bathrooms featuring freestanding showers and chrome fittings create comfortable abodes while LCD televisions, iHome, and free Wi-Fi add modern comforts.
Dine on fresh, California coastal cuisine at the onsite restaurant or sip signature cocktails next to the oyster-shaped swimming pool, where you can relax in one of two poolside cabanas.
Enjoy weekly movie screenings in the Dive-In movie theater, or explore the surrounding Point Loma, Harbor Island, and Shelter Island area, all of which offer excellent shopping and dining options.
1410 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106, Phone: 619-226-6100
The Inn on the Beach, Ventura
The Inn on the Beach in Ventura is a boutique hotel that looks out onto spectacular ocean views that give onlookers a profound sense of. All twenty-four of the rooms on all three floors are comfortably furnished. First floor rooms have enclosed patios, while second and third floor rooms feature balconies. Every room has a gas fireplace, a flat screen LCD TV, and free Wi-Fi.
Guest can relax on their balcony and take in the views or catch up on a book, relax in the public areas, or they can go down and enjoy the beach. The hotel provides guests with a complimentary continental breakfast each morning. Other dining options can be found in town, and they range from fine dining to more casual settings.
1175 S. Seaward Ave, Ventura, CA 93001, Phone: 805-652-2000
Shore Hotel, Santa Monica
Situated on the scenic Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, the Shore Hotel is a sleek, eco-conscious boutique hotel with a beautiful beachfront setting. Perfect for environmentally conscious guests seeking a luxurious experience, this hotel caters to those looking for a variety of events and leisurely activities.
Guests can stay in one of 164 efficiently designed guest rooms or one of 20 luxury suites. Both options feature sustainably sourced décor, and the luxury suites have imported linens and private balconies or patios with unobstructed ocean views. Modern amenities abound, including flat-screen televisions and wireless Internet, and the hotel offers guests use of a fitness center, swimming pool, and business center. Dine at the Blue Taco, which features a farm-to-table menu and serves cuisine made from locally sourced Santa Monica produce and organic meat products. The restaurant also has an impressive wine list and cocktail program. The hotel is conveniently located near some of the most exciting areas of the city – it’s just blocks away from Santa Monica Pier and downtown Santa Monica, and it’s within walking distance of the beach.
1515 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401, Phone: 800-599-1515
Madonna Inn, San Luis Obispo
Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo offers guests a one-of-a-kind experience jut off the California coast. The inn has a total of 110 creatively decorated hotel rooms, all featuring their own unique theme complete with enchanting décor and private bathrooms.
Every room has a flat screen TV with cable, free Wi-Fi, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator. Guests are also provided with cozy terry bathrobes.
They can also relax and enjoy the Spa during their stay, indulging in services from massages, to waxing, to body scrubs. Guests have access to a fitness center, an outdoor pool, and tennis and basketball courts. Other activities include horseback riding or simply taking a nice stroll through the lush garden.
In the morning, head down to the Copper Café & Coffee Bar, where you will be greeted by an old-world charm, freshly baked breads, and even gluten free and vegetarian menus. For those who would prefer pit barbequed steak, seafood, or chicken, the Silver Bar Cocktail Lounge offers wine and appetizers and sits right beside the Gold Rush Steak House.
100 Madonna Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, Phone: 800-543-9666
The Ballard Inn, Ballard
The Ballard Inn and Restaurant bed and breakfast is an elegant locale that will delight visitors.
The inn has fifteen uniquely decorated rooms, each with soft linens and cozy seating where guests can relax.
All rooms have private bathrooms, antique furniture, and down duvets. Many also feature private balconies and wood burning fireplaces, features that will appeal to those looking for a slightly more luxurious experience.
Guests can make themselves at home in the public sitting rooms or they can lounge in the deck and read or mingle with the other guests. The Inn can arrange for bike rentals and suggest activities and events of interest, including recommendations for local spas.
A full breakfast is served in the dining room every morning with a buffet of fresh fruits, pastries, and hot entrees. The Restaurant opens in the evenings for a formal dinner, with tantalizing entrees such as buck breast with Thai coconut curry and grilled beef tenderloin with hush puppies. Keep reading for more romantic getaways in Southern California on a budget.
2436 Baseline Ave., Ballard, CA 93463, Phone: 800-638-2466
Ojai Valley Inn and Spa
Dating back to 1934, Ojai Valley Inn and Spa is a luxury Southern California resort that features an award-winning on-site spa and championship golf course. Close to the Los Padres National Forest and just 18 miles from Ventura, this refined Spanish hacienda-style inn and spa promises an unforgettable stay.
Well-appointed guestrooms and suites are contemporary and stylish, with large beds, plush linens, and separate bathrooms with beautiful bathtubs and ample rain showers.
Many rooms have cozy fireplaces and private balconies with breathtaking views while suites incorporate attractive deluxe additions such as whirlpool baths, separate kitchens, and living areas.
Luxury facilities include full-service Ojai Spa, a world-class golf course, tennis courts, fitness and business centers, several restaurants, bars, and event facilities.
905 Country Club Road, Ojai, CA 93023, Phone: 855-697-8780
Viceroy Santa Monica
Viceroy Santa Monica in Southern California is a sophisticated getaway with contemporary atmosphere in a coastal setting.
Private cabanas make lounging by the pool comfortable and relaxing. The property has 163 guest rooms and suites, many with ocean views. Guest accommodations are equipped with custom beds with down comforters, Italian Designer linens and large showers.
Cast restaurant has an outdoor patio where you can enjoy sunsets and internationally-inspired cuisine.
The chic poolside cabanas can accommodate up to 10 guests for a private party. Third Street Promenade offers shopping and restaurants, and Main Street has art galleries, cafes and antique shops.
The property has a fully equipped fitness center which lets you stay in shape while you travel. If you are traveling with children, visit the Santa Monica Pier which has a carousel and roller coaster. Room rates vary by season.
1819 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, California 90401, Phone: 310-260-7500
Korakia Pensione, Palm Springs - 1 hour 45 minutes from LA
Korakia Pensione in Palm Springs offers an exclusive Mediterranean-style retreat in the heart of Palm Springs.
Dating back to 1924, this luxurious villa combines the exoticism of North Africa with a touch of the Mediterranean to create an idyllic getaway like no other.
Stylish, beautifully arranged suites are decorated with either Moroccan or Mediterranean themes complete with cool stone floors and wooden beamed ceilings, romantic four poster beds and fully stocked kitchenettes, spacious living areas, and private balconies or patios.
Middle Eastern lanterns and ornate antique furnishings add a touch of glamor while high-speed Internet offers modern comforts.
A delicious complimentary breakfast and afternoon tea is served next to the pool, and an intimate courtyard is furnished with inviting daybeds where guests can relax and read during the day while at night it flickers with fire pits and lanterns.
Enjoy a game of bocce or a private yoga class during your stay, or take one of the villa’s bikes and explore the surrounding area.
257 S. Patencio Road, Palm Springs, CA 92262, Phone: 760-864-6411
The Genevieve (Formerly Santa Ynez Inn)
The Genevieve (Formerly Santa Ynez Inn) is a 20 room gem of a bed and breakfast in the beautiful hills of wine country in Santa Ynez.
Each room is uniquely designed and decorated, and features such luxuries as steam showers, fireplaces and private balconies. The Inn is described as comfort plus sophistication in a dream location. A full, hot, chef-prepared breakfast is included daily and hors d’oeuvres and wine tastings of local offerings are provided in the afternoon. Guests end the evening with a selection of desserts fireside. The Santa Ynez Inn also offers a special “Romantic Getaway” package for extra-special occasions.
3627 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez, CA 93460, Phone: 805-688-5588
Redwood Hollow Cottages
This collection of ten cabins harkens back to a bygone era in Southern California when beach front cottages were the norm. Located in the prosperous town of La Jolla, Redwood Hollow Cottages is surrounded by multi-million dollar condos yet retains the feel of a comfortable and cozy beach cottage community.
Aurora Hotel & Spa
A contemporary hotel with a bed and breakfast feel, The Aurora Hotel & Spais a charming and peaceful place to stay in Avalon on Catalina Island. The experience comes with many amenities one would expect, such as an extensive continental breakfast and in-room Internet access.
However, the Aurora offers additional surprises including an ocean-view roof top deck, evening wine and cheese and complimentary beach bags and towels. The interior is decorated in a modern artistic style and provides a perfect complement to the beautiful views of Catalina and the bay. Spa treatments are available on-site, including a signature “Mermaid’s Kiss” massage.
137 Marilla Avenue, Avalon, CA 90704, Phone: 310-510-0454
Bissell House Bed and Breakfast
The Bissell House Bed and Breakfast is an eight-bedroom, three-story Victorian home in the heart of Pasadena is located on the famous “Millionaire’s Row” and in a highly walkable area. Each of the rooms is decorated in Victorian-style and provides romantic, old-world charm.
Each morning features a special cooked dish for breakfast as well as traditional continental breakfast fare. A living room, dining room and library are all provided as common areas for relaxing or meeting fellow guests. Tea and cake are available in the afternoons. The Bissell House also has a secluded pool and patio for guests to use.
201 Orange Grove, Avenue, South Pasadena, CA 91030, Phone: 626-441-3535
