• What makes California a great vacation destination?
    • Regardless of where you live in California, there is a diverse choice of amazing vacation spots just a short drive away.
  • What types of vacations can you find in California?
    • You will find amazing beaches, city escapes, romantic coastal trips, honeymoon ideas, family trips, and relaxing spa getaways.
  • What are some top vacation spots in Southern California?
    • Southern California favorites include:
      • San Diego
      • Palm Springs
      • Santa Barbara
  • What are some top vacation spots in Northern California?
    • Popular Northern California vacation spots include:
      • Carmel
      • Paso Robles
      • Napa Valley

1. Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
© Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

2. Allegretto Vineyard Resort, Paso Robles

Allegretto Vineyard Resort, Paso Robles
© Allegretto Vineyard Resort

3. Langham Huntington Hotel - 20 minutes from LA

Langham Huntington Hotel - 20 minutes from LA
© Langham Huntington Hotel

4. California Weekend at THE US GRANT

California Weekend at THE US GRANT
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5. MacCallum House Inn

MacCallum House Inn
© MacCallum House Inn

6. Hotel Cheval

Hotel Cheval
© Hotel Cheval

7. Pismo Beach - Inn at the Pier

Pismo Beach - Inn at the Pier
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8. Venice Beach - Hotel Erwin

Venice Beach - Hotel Erwin
© Hotel Erwin

9. Solvang - The Landsby

Solvang - The Landsby
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10. Casa Del Mar - 20 minutes from Los Angeles

Casa Del Mar - 20 minutes from Los Angeles
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11. The Spa at CordeValle - 1 hour from San Francisco

The Spa at CordeValle - 1 hour from San Francisco
© The Spa at CordeValle

12. Del Mar - L'Auberge Del Mar- 2 hours from Los Angeles

Del Mar -  L'Auberge Del Mar- 2 hours from Los Angeles
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13. Sonoma Coast Villa

Sonoma Coast Villa
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14. Wine Valley Inn in Solvang for Couples

Wine Valley Inn in Solvang for Couples
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15. Vintners Inn, Santa Rosa Weekend Trip for Couples

Vintners Inn, Santa Rosa Weekend Trip for Couples
© Vintners Inn

16. Hotel Pacific in Monterey

Hotel Pacific in Monterey
© Hotel Pacific

17. Ledson Hotel in Sonoma

Ledson Hotel in Sonoma
© Ledson Hotel

18. Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa - 1 hour 10 minutes from San Francisco

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa - 1 hour 10 minutes from San Francisco
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19. Pampering and Rejuvenation in Beverly Hills

Pampering and Rejuvenation in Beverly Hills
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20. Hotel del Coronado, a California Weekend Getaway

Hotel del Coronado, a California Weekend Getaway
© Hotel del Coronado

21. Laguna Beach - Surf and Sand Resort

Laguna Beach -  Surf and Sand Resort
© Surf and Sand Resort

22. Encinitas

Encinitas
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23. El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen in Sonoma - 1 hour from San Francisco

El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen in Sonoma - 1 hour from San Francisco
© El Dorado Hotel

24. Senza Hotel in Napa - 1 hour 10 minutes from San Francisco

Senza Hotel in Napa - 1 hour 10 minutes from San Francisco
© Photo Credit: Justine Di Fede

From Los Angeles, CA To Driving Time
San Diego, CA2 hours
Del Mar Village, CA2 hours
Pasadena, CA20 minutes
Santa Monica20 minutes
Ojai, CA1 hour 25 minutes
Laguna Beach1 hour

San Francisco To Driving Time
Lake Tahoe3 hours 30 minutes
Napa1 hour 10 minutes
Sonoma Valley1 hour 10 minutes
San Martin1 hour 5 minutes

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