Best Luxury Hotels in California

The glamorous vibes of California attract the rich and famous, not least as this state is home to the international capital of movie-making, Hollywood, Los Angeles. The state manages to be simultaneously laid-back and perfectly polished, depending on where you choose to go. Come here to walk the steps of celebrities, get the Baywatch beach experience, enjoy a near-perfect climate, observe the latest trends in wellness, lifestyle, food and fashion, or to road trip the epic California coastline. Here are the hotels we recommend for your next west coast adventures.

California, Newport Beach

The Resort At Pelican Hill

Hotel
(5 stars)
At a glance
Rooms 332 Bungalows & Villas with Vaulted Ceilings & Private Terraces
Amenities Multiple Dining Venues Including Poolside & Casual Cafe, Spa with 22 Treatment Rooms, Fitness Centre, Three Outdoor Pools, Pet Friendly Policies, Kids' Club, & Two Championship Golf Courses
More Situated on 504 Acres Overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Newport Beach

Voted the number one resort in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler magazine, Pelican Hill has welcomed the likes of Kate Beckinsale. 332 bungalows and two, three and four-bedroom Tuscan-style villas (the latter provide access to a Villa Clubhouse) are set within over 500 acres of manicured grounds, boasting rattan furniture, wood-beam ceilings, deep soaking marble baths and limestone fireplaces. Guests can sun themselves on private cabanas beside the Roman-inspired Coliseum Pool, where 1.1 million hand-cut glass mosaic tiles glow beneath the waters. All of this is surrounded by serene and protected green space.

BOOK YOUR STAY
The Resort At Pelican Hill




Sign up for our newsletter for inspiration, exclusive previews & luxury tips