Best Luxury Hotels in California

An award-winning championship golf course, a Forbes Five-Star spa (with its own custom organic product line), four heated pools, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor gyms and a Michelin starred restaurant are just some of the facilities you can take advantage of when checking in here. It has 249 rooms and suites, with opulent marble bathrooms and balconies. The Spanish Mission-style property is surrounded by 400 acres of landscaped gardens and a wild coastal canyon. It’s easy to see why the Fairmont Grand del Mar was voted the #1 Luxury Hotel in California by Trip Advisor travellers.

Taj Campton Place offers luxury stays in the middle of San Francisco, with an unbeatable location at Union Square. Dining at the Michelin-starred Campton Place Restaurant is an incomparable experience and one not to be missed, where you csn taste Californian-Indian fine dining fusion. The spacious rooms and suites leave nothing to be desired offering stunning urban views and ultimate comfort – every need will be taken care of, from in-room Nespresso machines to large bathrooms with limestone baths and the softest bed linen and towels.

First imagined by the French restauranteur Claude Claude Rouas in the 1980s, this was the valley’s original fine-dining destination. Here hotel guests get a taste of Provence, surrounded by US wine country. There are 50 bedrooms at the property ranging from private Maisons to classic rooms. But of course, it’s the culinary offer that is the highlight at Auberge du Soleil. Three and four-course set menus are offered alongside five and six-course tasting menus – these are sensory experiences that excite the pallet. Meals are accompanied by French-inspired cocktails, bubbles from the tableside champagne cart and of course the extensive wine list. There’s also a bistro and bar for a more relaxed approach to mealtime, with stunning sunset views at the end of the day. Auberge du Soleil has been in receipt of a Michelin star for 14 consecutive years.

In possession of a salubrious address, this hotel is found right across the road from Rodeo Drive. At the centre of the property, is the hotel’s Mediterranean-styled heated pool and dining terrace, providing an opportunity to quaff cocktails and soak up some rays from your own comfy cabana. Michelin-starred cuisine is on-site, in the form of CUT, a seafood and steakhouse restaurant (also by acclaimed restauranteur Wolfgang Puck). Or watch the world go by from the front of the building, with a chic and healthy lunch at THE Blvd. Pets are made very welcome if you want to bring them along, with bowls and baskets provided.

The stylish Kodō Hotel is a serene sanctuary, located in the heart of the Los Angeles Downtown Arts District and perfectly contrasting its busy city surroundings. The hotel is housed in a more-than-100-year-old firehouse and its interior is inspired by Japanese essence and design. There is a collection of simplistic yet luxurious guest rooms offering every contemporary comfort and a private space to unwind and recharge. The hotel’s largest offering is the Superior King Plus Room, spread over 556sqft and providing guests with California king beds and amenities unique to each room. Guests are welcome to dine in Michelin-recommended Kodō Restaurant where bistro-style Japanese American cuisine is served. There is also a quiet tea garden within this sanctuary, Kodō Café. Guests will receive a complimentary welcome drink upon check in and the hotel’s convenient location allows for easy exploration throughout your stay.

Located in the heart of Los Angeles’ vibrant arts and entertainment district, Conrad Los Angeles is a 305-key urban retreat blending refined luxury with creative energy. Designed by the legendary Frank Gehry with interiors by Tara Bernerd & Partners, the hotel is part of The Grand LA complex, steps from landmarks like the Walt Disney Concert Hall, MOCA, and The Broad. Rooms and suites offer expansive city views, curated art, pale oak floors, and luxurious Byredo amenities. Dining is led by Chef José Andrés with three distinctive venues: San Laurel, a Spanish-Californian fine dining experience; The Beaudry Room, a stylish cocktail lounge with terrace; and Airlight, a rooftop bar and poolside escape. The hotel also houses the 7,000 sq ft Conrad Spa Los Angeles, offering advanced treatments, wellness technologies, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Art, architecture, and gastronomy converge here, offering guests a sophisticated take on modern LA living.