Explore top 2026 4 Star Hotels in Central Coast California

Name: Santa Barbara Inn
Price range: $296 total
Rating: 9.4

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Top Central Coast California 4 Star hotels

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$194 nightly

$231 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the laundry service ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,968 reviews)

Room was clean and tidy, staff was kind and helpful, will definitely book with Portola again on our next stay in Monterrey!

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

400 Cannery Row Monterey CA

Fully refundable

$314 nightly

$363 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and a gym are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,444 reviews)

Our favorite hotel!

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA

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$114 nightly

$132 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,215 reviews)

We have stayed here well over a dozen times. The last few years the hotel has declined in quality. We still prefer this hotel over other places we have stayed over the past 12 years (we come Santa Cruz 3-4 times a year to visit our daughter) but has moved from “excellent” to “very good”. The shower ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA

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$244 nightly

$283 total

Feb 19 - Feb 20

Total with taxes and fees

This luxury resort features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, express ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,534 reviews)

Awesome staff clean rooms

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA

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$190 nightly

$221 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel includes 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Relax with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges and enjoy the hot tub.

8.4/10 Very Good! (468 reviews)

So lets start with when we got there it was after 5pm and the room was not ready and had to wait about 45mins to get one. Then they charge you a deposit $250 incease you break something in the room , after that they charge you to park $50 plus tax nightly and then they tell you the gum, smore kits, ...

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Carmel Valley Ranch, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

One Old Ranch Road Carmel CA

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$452 nightly

$509 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Total with taxes and fees

This smoke-free hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Bring the family and enjoy the children's club, children's pool, and playground. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (788 reviews)

Service was good

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

2700 Buena Vista Dr Paso Robles CA

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$215 nightly

$247 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Families will appreciate the playground and onsite laundry facilities. ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,486 reviews)

Great and beautiful premises Built within the last 10 years to resemble a beautiful Tuscan village Wished the flooring weren’t covered with pathetic carpets ! Wine tasting offered a fun experience and Allegretto has surprisingly good wines! Restaurant was good Room was spacious and well Appointed ...

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Santa Barbara Inn

901 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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$260 nightly

$296 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Total with taxes and fees

This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Enjoy the gym and perks like free WiFi. Valet parking, a terrace, and a lobby fireplace ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)

Great room, great view and excellent staff. Room was exceptional! We ate at the restaurant at the hotel, and the food was delicious!

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA

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$239 nightly

$272 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like free ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)

Wonderful stay!

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

633 E Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA

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$285 nightly

$325 total

Feb 26 - Feb 27

Total with taxes and fees

A full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, express ...

7.8/10 Good! (213 reviews)

The toilet did not flush well. The “shower” was falling apart with a huge crack in the tub portion. Out server at the restaurant inside the hotel was horrible. We kept having to ask the other staff to get us our needed items. The ice machine on the second floor didn’t work. The door to the room had ...

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

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4 Star Hotels Central Coast California

Looking to live it up on your vacation with a bit of luxury? Or maybe you’ve decided that your boss can afford to put you up at a place of your choice on your next business trip?

Come on, you deserve it!

The best part about staying in Central Coast California 4 star hotels is that you’ll often be close to all the local sights and attractions. Whether you’re visiting the area for the first time or you’re back in town for more fun, a 4 star hotel is going to put you right in the heart of all the action.

Plus, you can rest easy knowing that you’re being well taken care of during your visit. Instead of worrying about where to eat or what to see, your friendly hotel staff will be happy to help you get whatever you need.

The best four star hotels in Central Coast California will also frequently include access to high-quality fitness centers and pools, so you’ll feel like you’re staying in an exclusive resort rather than a hotel. You won’t have any excuse for not keeping up with your workout routine!

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