25 Best California Weekend Getaways

© Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

Escape to a tropical oasis at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa. Nestled within the San Diego Pacific Beach community, this beachfront resort is beautifully designed with lush Polynesian elements like waterfalls, koi ponds, thriving vegetation, and exotic birds.

Vacationers can enjoy a myriad of activities, including splashing in the pool, sailing around the bay, and sightseeing onboard the Bahia Belle sternwheeler boat.

The resort offers exclusive beach bonfires, bird encounters, and rejuvenating spa services. Families of all sizes can be accommodated in any of the 310 suites, studios, and hotel rooms, all offering private patios or balconies.

3999 Mission Boulevard, San Diego, California 92109, Phone: 858-488-1081

© Allegretto Vineyard Resort

Nestled in the heart of 20 acres of rolling vineyards in Paso Robles, Allegretto Vineyard Resort offers guests an unforgettable luxury farmstay experience.

From the moment you step inside the Tuscan-inspired villa you will be swept away to a world of calm. Guest accommodations are designed to provide a welcoming cocoon of style and luxury.

The rest of the property is equally impressive – you can spend a few hours at the spa, take a walk through the serene Sonic Labyrinth and join a weekend art tour of the property.

The Cello Ristorante & Bar will take care of all your culinary and wine needs using fresh ingredients from the Chef’s Garden.

Allegretto Vineyard Resort, 2700 Buena Vista Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446, Phone: 805-369-2500

© Surf and Sand Resort

Overlooking the Pacific Ocean and enjoying private access to 500 feet of beautiful sandy beach, Surf and Sand Resort is a modern Laguna Beach hotel, a short drive to the Aquarium of the Pacific and Disneyland.

The bright, elegant rooms have flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, private bathrooms with a bath, iPod docks, and ocean views. Suites add whirlpools, balconies or sundecks, living areas, fireplaces, and hardwood floors.

Guests enjoy access to the casual café Pacific Perks, the upscale restaurant/bar Splashes overlooking the ocean, a trendy cocktail lounge with an outdoor terrace with fire pits, a full service spa with eight treatment rooms, a pool, and a gym.

1555 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, Phone: 888-579-8544

© Langham Huntington Hotel

Get away to Pasadena to get pampered at Chuan Body + Soul Spa at Langham Huntington Hotel. The newly refurbished facility incorporates Traditional Chinese Medicine in its therapies.

The wellness center measures 11,000 square feet in size, featuring 13 treatment rooms, including a couple's room. There is an outdoor swimming pool with comfortable lounge chairs and umbrellas.

Choose from relaxing massages, facials, body treatments, manicures, pedicures and hair services on your spa trip. Traditional Chinese Medicine services include acupuncture, Ho Guan (cupping), moxibustion, ear seeds and other techniques.

If you are looking to combine health, luxury and relaxation, this is one of the best romantic getaways in CA. Find more great getaways from Los Angeles and fun places to visit in California.

1401 S Oak Knoll Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106, 626-568-3900

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© THE US GRANT

THE US GRANT in San Diego is one of the best luxury hotels in the country, featuring a multi-million dollar art collection, stunning rooftop garden, central downtown location and stylish guest accommodations.

Admire paintings, murals and sculptures by top artists in the hotel lobby on your California trip.

Grand Deluxe Rooms located on the top floor of the hotel are a great choice for a romantic getaway, complete with a private whirlpool, modern design and scenic city views.

The US Grant offers a diverse selection of luxury suites which offer separate sitting areas, unique art and five star service. Browse top California destinations for couples: San Diego Beaches, Newport Beach

326 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101, 619-232-3121

© MacCallum House Inn

MacCallum House Inn is a historic 1882 bed and breakfast in Mendocino that offers deluxe accommodations, a charming restaurant serving local cuisine and breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.

Overnight accommodations are provided at the inn for guests, and the restaurant can offer delicious in-house catering and beverage services.

MacCallum House Inn is located a few miles from the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse and Fort Bragg, making it a perfect starting point for sightseeing on your romantic weekend.

The lovely inn is ideal for intimate weddings with several spaces for ceremonies and receptions, including the Grey Whale Café and Bar, which has a cozy glass-enclosed porch, and lovely gardens for outdoor ceremonies and receptions.

45020 Albion St, Mendocino, CA 95460, Phone: 707-937-0289

© Hotel Cheval

Hotel Cheval is an elegant boutique luxury hotel just off Paso Robles' historic town square that offers deluxe guest rooms, gourmet buffet breakfast, and tailor-made personalized service.

Located within walking distance of many of the town’s attractions, the intimate hotel has 16 beautifully appointed guest rooms with en-suite bathrooms boasting designer toiletries, sitting areas with fireplaces, modern amenities, and private patios with lovely views.

The hotel has a Parisian-inspired wine bar serving fine wines from around the world, a cozy library stocked with a variety of reading material and games, and a cozy courtyard with outdoor fireplaces.

1021 Pine St #2537, Paso Robles, CA 93446, Phone: 805-226-9995

© Inn at the Pier

Overlooking the magnificent Pismo Beach stretch of fine golden sand and just a short walk from the famous Pismo Beach pier and boardwalk, Inn at the Pier is an upscale, craftsman-style boutique oceanfront hotel with 104 beautifully appointed rooms and suites with private balconies, flat-screen TVs, espresso machines, mini-fridges, and luxury bath products.

Most rooms have spectacular ocean views, and the one-bedroom apartments also have kitchens and living rooms.

Guests enjoy the rooftop pool, The Rooftop restaurant and bar with magnificent views of the ocean and the coastline, the popular bar and restaurant Blonde, a gym, and a spacious, cozy bar and lounge.

601 Cypress Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449, Phone: 805-295-5565

© Hotel Erwin

Hotel Erwin is a small, modern hotel with a fantastic location overlooking the Venice Beach Boardwalk and offering wonderful views of the ocean.

It is located just a short walk from the action on Abbot Kinney Boulevard and the Venice Canals.

The rooms are colorful and bright, with private balconies that overlook the ocean or the city. Each room has a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi.

Suites have fully equipped kitchens and living/dining space. An in-room spa is available upon request.

Guests enjoy a free pass to the nearby gym, the wonderful rooftop bar High Rooftop Lounge with spectacular views and inventive cocktails, and the Barlo restaurant serving Southern California cuisine.

1697 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291, Phone: 310-452-1111

© The Landsby

The Landsby in Solvang is a European-style boutique hotel with a Scandinavian clean aesthetic in the heart of Solvang, a short walk from Old Mission Santa Ines and the Solvang Festival Theater.

The eight spacious, elegant rooms have hand-crafted furnishings with blonde woods and brushed brass accents, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and luxury private bathrooms.

Some rooms have balconies, and a tri-level suite has a fireplace and a whirlpool tub. Guests enjoy breakfast in a cozy restaurant with the view of the courtyard garden. The hotel also has a lobby bar.

The Landsby is surrounded by art galleries, sidewalk cafes, and boutiques and the hotel staff can arrange a visit to one of the many area vineyards and wineries.

1576 Mission Dr, Solvang, CA 93463, Phone: 805-688-3121

© Casa Del Mar

Casa Del Mar offers Massage Cabanas on the pool deck where spa guests can enjoy relaxing spa treatments with a view of the Pacific Ocean.

The cabanas are situated on a semi-circular outdoor patio facing the ocean, giving guests complete privacy.

Spa guests can choose from Swedish, deep-tissue or sports massage treatments. Find more great getaways from San Diego.

2431 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W, Houston, TX 77068, 281-444-0637

© The Spa at CordeValle

At the Spa at CordeValle, guest can choose from facials, body treatments and massages. The 5,000-square-foot wellness center features a Turkish steam room, open-air treatment rooms, a swimming pool and in-spa dining.

Men's and women's locker rooms have a lounge steam room, whirlpool and garden terrace. The resort has a 18-hole championship golf course, a winery and vineyard open for tastings to hotel guests.

Luxury bungalows, villas and homes have views of the golf course and the surrounding countryside.

1 Cordevalle Club Drive, San Martin, CA 95046, 408-695-4500

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Combine your visit to a relaxing Southern California spa with a stay at the luxury L'Auberge Del Mar. Shed a few pounds at the outdoor fitness pavilion, sip drinks by the pool, play a round of golf, and explore the hotel's scenic surroundings. When it comes to pampering, celebrities know best.

Beautiful location and personalized service make L'Auberge Del Mar one of the best romantic getaways in California.

Guests can choose from a number of different massages, facials, hydrotherapy treatments and body purification programs.

Once you are done relaxing, explore the charming Del Mar Village which offers a diverse selection of shops, galleries and cafes. Browse more trips from San Diego, find a quick trip from LA, browse places to visit in Southern California and trips to take in Northern California.

© Sonoma Coast Villa

Sonoma Coast Villa & Spa is small boutique hotel located just sixty minutes north of the Golden Gate Bridge on Highway One, and five miles South of Bodega BaySet on sixty private acres, the property is surrounded by its own park and gardens.

Relax by the outdoor pool and visit the spa for a massage, reflexology and other treatments on your weekend getaway.

There are 18 individually decorated rooms in the villa, with private patios, an indoor whirpool spa, woodburning fireplaces, and Italian slate floors.

The Villa has a nine hole putting course available to all guests, and the Bodega Harbor Golf course is nearby.

Visit one of the nearby wineries or take a hot air balloon ride to really get a birds' eye view of the scenery.

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© Wine Valley Inn

The Santa Ynez Valley is located 125 miles north of Los Angeles. The Wine Valley Inn & Cottages is situated in the charming Danish village of Solvang, near several tasting rooms, restaurants and shops.

The area around Solvang is home to over 40 wineries that produce Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Rhone varietals.

Guests can relax in the romantic inn garden, play golf, hike, bike, fish, visit a museum and browse local shops and galleries.

There are 56 guestrooms, six individual cottages, and a grand suite.

The inn offers pet friendly accommodations. Continental breakfast buffet is served at the inn daily.

For lunch and dinner, visit one of the nearby restaurants serving California wine country cuisine, as well as French, Italian and Mexican dishes. If you are planning a romantic inn getaway, ask for one of the rooms with a wood-burning fireplace and a whirlpool spa. Free on-site parking is available.

1564 Copenhagen Dr, Solvang, CA 93463, Phone: (05-688-2111

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© Hotel Pacific

Plan a romantic getaway to the Hotel Pacific in Monterey, located 120 miles south of San Francisco.

This all-suite hotel offers Spanish Colonial-style accommodations and is a good base for exploring the nearby beaches, Central Napa wineries and hiking trails. If you want to enjoy sightseeing, visit the nearby Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf.

There are has 105 guest rooms with hardwood floors, fireplaces, separate living and dining areas, and private balconies.

The Monterey Peninsula Airport is the nearest airport, six miles from downtown Monterey. Daily flights are available from San Francisco, San Jose and Los Angeles.

300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-373-5700

© Ledson Hotel

The Ledson Hotel is an intimate wine country getaway located at 480 First Street East in Sonoma, California. Guest stay in luxury guest rooms situated above a tasting room and a restaurant.

The hotel six individually decorated rooms located on the upper floor of the hotel. Decor includes period furniture and modern accessories. Each room has a king sized bed, fireplace, balcony, and a two-person whirlpool tub, ideal for a romantic escape.

Three of the rooms overlook the tree-shaded city plaza, fountain and rose garden while the three rooms at the rear of the hotel overlook the backstreets of historic Sonoma. All rooms have high-speed internet access.

The Harmony Tasting Room and restaurant on the ground floor features a "small plates" motif: an opportunity to sample a variety of cutting edge cuisine in a wine bar atmosphere. The wine list offers more than 30 selections with an emphasis on Sonoma County vintages.

There is a shuttle to take guests and visitors from the hotel to the Winery and also stops at other destinations throughout the valley.

The town is a 45-minute drive from San Francisco which makes it an easy weekend getaway from the city.

480 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476, 707-996-9779

© Vintners Inn

Vintners Inn is a 44-room getaway surrounded by lush vineyards and landscaped gardens in Santa Rosa. The inn offers in-room therapeutic massages and a two-mile vineyard trail, perfect for a morning jog on your wine country vacation.

John Ash & Co. restaurant features a menu of over 700 wines, local and international. The restaurant serves meals prepared with fresh, local foods and produce.

This is a four-diamond property, complete with attentive service and unique amenities such as a huge stone fireplace and an outdoor whirlpool spa.

There is a two-mile path through the vineyards where you can enjoy a refreshing morning jog. Recharge and rejuvenate before heading back to work. Vintners Inn features romantic wedding venues with a choice of indoor and outdoor space.

4350 Barnes Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, Phone: 707575-7350

© SLS Beverly Hills hotel

Get away to the stylish Beverly Hills for a weekend of pampering and rejuvenation at Ciel Spa, a modern luxury retreat located at SLS Beverly Hills hotel in Los Angeles.

You will be able to shop at some of the most stylish shops in the world and return to the spa for a soothing massage. Facilities include a relaxation lounge, couples suite, herbal steam rooms, oversized experience showers, and custom massage beds equipped with music therapy technology.

Inspired by the glamor of the city, the wellness center offers a menu of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments. Whether you are looking for a quick pedicure or a longer signature treatment, there is plenty to choose from.

Try the "Soft like Silk" signature journey, a 2-hour treatment which begins with a Surf and Sand Body Buff followed by a Green Tea and Clay body wrap. During the Wrap enjoy a soothing scalp massage, which concludes with a 60 minute massage. Relax next to Altitude Pool, a luxurious rooftop pool with plush private cabanas and spectacular city views.

465 La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048, 310-247-0400

© Hotel del Coronado

At Hotel del Coronado, a popular getaway for families, teens can choose from a menu of services designed especially for them.

The Lucky Chick Package is perfect for relaxation since it includes a 25-minute massage, 30-minute manicure, 45-minute pedicure and a 30-minute facial. Sporty teens should try the Pointe Break Package to soothe sore muscles. The treatment includes a 25-minute mud wrap, 10-minute scalp massage and a 15-minute neck, shoulder and arm massage.

The Back from the Beach Package will give you the quick pre-dinner lift you need with its 25-minute hand and foot exfoliation followed by a 25-minute hand and foot massage. Find more family trips in California.

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1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, 619-435-6611

© Sonoma Mission Inn

Sonoma Mission Inn in Sonoma Valley, California, is one of the few spa resorts in the United States with its own source of natural thermal mineral water.

The water flows 1,100 feet beneath the Inn at temperatures around 135 degrees. Sonoma Mission Inn offers an array of relaxing spa treatments.

Guests can indulge in signature bathing rituals, massages for couples and private whirlpool & mineral baths. Find more great getaways from San Francisco, wine country and Romantic Getaways in Southern California

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100 Boyes Blvd, Sonoma, CA 95476, 707-938-9000

© El Dorado Hotel

A sophisticated boutique hotel in the middle of wine country, the El Dorado Hotel & Kitchen is a cozy getaway for couples who want to relax in well-appointed surroundings and enjoy the unique ambiance of historic downtown Sonoma. Each of the hotel’s 27 rooms has French doors that open onto private balconies or terraces, crisp white linens, an Illy espresso machine, and a Bluetooth audio system. Guests will enjoy signature cocktails that complement regional dishes created with locally sourced ingredients in the El Dorado Kitchen. Relaxing in the hotel’s lounge is the perfect end to a day of shopping and wine-tasting in Sonoma.

405 First Street West, Sonoma, CA, Phone: 707-996-3030

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Check into one of the luxury suites with private patios at SENZA in Napa, California.

A romantic getaway for wine and art lovers, the hotel has a luxurious spa, an outdoor pool with plush cabanas and an art collection.

You will be surrounded by lush vineyard views as you relax and rejuvenate on your weekend getaway. Vineyard Suites are the most luxurious, featuring modern design, a sitting area, fireplace and an outdoor patio.

Bathrooms have deep soaking tubs where you can let the stress melt away.

Get massages and other treatments in the Couple's Room at the spa, on the terrace or in the suite. Activities in the area include golf, art galleries, theater, biking, wine tours and cooking classes. Guests receive a complimentary breakfast, as well as an evening wine & cheese reception.

4066 Howard Ln, Napa, CA 94558, 707-253-0337

© The Garland Hotel

Retro-chic merges with California cool to create a stylish and sophisticated boutique hotel in the heart of north Hollywood.

Located just minutes from Universal Studio and the epicenter of ‘tinsel town’, this luxurious retreat is an ideal base from which to explore the city.

The hotel’s rooms and suites reflect the legacy of Hollywood through trendy retro décor, stylish living spaces and vintage furnishings.

Ranging from basic rooms with modern amenities to deluxe suites featuring king-sized beds, floor-to-ceiling glass doors and private balconies with stunning views, each promises a comfortable and tranquil retreat.

A range of first-class facilities make your stay memorable – enjoy a complimentary trolley service to and from Universal Studios Hollywood and other famous attractions; relax on the vast sun deck next to the swimming pool and whirlpool; work out in the private fitness center and browse The Store, for locally sourced, California-inspired gifts.

Enjoy freshly brewed coffee and sweet pastries for breakfast from the Courtyard Canteen, savor delicious LA-inspired cuisine on the outdoor patio of The Front Yard and sip colorful cocktails in glamorous style at the poolside bar.

4222 Vineland Ave, North Hollywood, CA 91602, 818- 980-8000