Planning a mini moon? We not too long ago shared our ideas for planning a mini moon, together with our favourite locations throughout the US (and some past!) — see the information right here. As we have been perusing all these dreamy locales, we shortly realized that California locations warranted a submit all to themselves. Being such an enormous state with a number of completely different areas, cultures, and micro-climates, California gives an nearly countless array of gorgeous spots worthy of a particular journey. Whether or not you’re planning a mini moon, have a milestone anniversary on the books, or simply want a bit of time away, we’ve created the final word information to the highest locations and finest resorts in California. Let’s go!

Our Favourite California Resorts + Motels

Napa Valley

Solage Calistoga by Auberge Resorts Assortment in Napa Valley is a Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Alternative decide with good purpose: it gives trendy design and facilities amongst Napa’s beautiful landscapes and exquisite year-round climate.

Carneros Resort is charming but luxe, providing non-public cottages, three full-service eating places, a luxurious spa, two swimming pools, and every day resort occasions.


The Property Yountville in Napa Valley really gives two completely different boutique lodge experiences on their 22 acre property. There’s the trendy Lodge Villagio and the comfy Classic Home, each of which have entry to the Property’s full-service spa and {couples} experiences.

Different Napa favorites embody Wydown Lodge, and Brannan Cottage Inn for an awesome however extra reasonably priced possibility.

Central Coast, CA

{Couples} can actually create any kind of journey on California’s Central Coast, whether or not it’s taking in Huge Sur’s expansive views, R&R at a luxurious spa in Carmel Valley, or boutique purchasing and wine tasting earlier than taking in a sundown over the ocean in Carmel… And that’s only a few issues to do.

Carmel Valley is thought for its wine tasting, luxurious resorts and spas, and breathtaking surroundings. About an hour’s drive from Huge Sur, and twenty minutes from Carmel-by-the-Sea, it’s good for {couples} who need to divide their time between exploring the Central Coast and taking it straightforward.

For individuals who need an all inclusive expertise, Carmel Valley Ranch – a 500 acre property – is really an oasis within the valley. It options elevated eating, wine tasting, golf, wellness retreats, and outside adventures.

To get a resort really feel nearer to the Pacific Ocean, L’Auberge Carmel is each quaint and luxe on the identical time, with solely twenty visitor rooms whole. Guide right here for historic attraction, Michelin rated eating, and easy accessibility to the boutiques, cafes, tasting rooms – and ocean sunsets – Carmel-by-the-Sea has to supply. (picture by @istasik)

Lodge Californian in Downtown Santa Barbara is stylish luxurious lodge with a Moroccan-meets-Spanish impressed design, full-service spa, and unimaginable eating choices.

El Encanto, a comfy boutique lodge in Santa Barbara, boasts sweeping ocean views. You’ll love that it’s serene and secluded, but nonetheless only a couple miles from downtown, botanical gardens, {golfing}, wine tasting, and extra.

Two hours up the coast from Santa Barbara, the small beachside city of Cambria, California boasts a hidden gem overlooking the Pacific. White Water Cambria is an impeccably designed trendy beachside hideaway with ocean views, native fare, and even Linus bikes for exploring the coast at your leisure. Good for these with an equal love of nature views and elevated interiors!

Palm Springs

La Serena Villas within the coronary heart of Palm Springs calls a stunning 1933 constructing dwelling for its 18 non-public villas, every with a claw foot tub, hearth pit, and lounge seating on their very own non-public patios. It’s additionally dwelling to the colourful Azucar, a contemporary restaurant with a rooftop bar on the property.

One other beautiful Palm Springs mini moon lodge is Azure Sky, an adults-only mid-century lodge in-built 1959 providing trendy strains, stylish particulars, and luxurious gardens and 14 visitor rooms.

Outdoors town, Sands Lodge and Spa (you might have seen pictures of their cute pink facade throughout Insta) is a boutique lodge with a contemporary Moroccan-inspired design, fashionable on-site restaurant, and luxurious spa. The world is a good spot in case you plan to divide your time between Downtown Palm Springs and surrounding hikes, or a go to to The Dwelling Desert zoo.

Different Palm Springs favorites embody Korakia Pensione, The Parker, The Sands Lodge, The Amado, The Colony Palms

San Francisco

In case you’re mini (or honeymooning) in San Francisco, the famed San Francisco Correct Lodge, designed by Kelly Wearstler is a member of Design Motels. Get a better peek at a few of the interiors in a marriage we shared on the SF Correct right here!

The 1 Lodge San Francisco is a sustainable luxurious retreat and wellness spa with unimaginable views, farm-to-table meals, and on-site courses and occasions. The lodge is situated on the Embarcadero, which makes for scenic walks alongside the bay and easy accessibility to Union Sq. and Chinatown.

Yosemite

In case you like to expertise the outside as a pair, an area Nationwide Park journey could make for the proper mini moon or anniversary journey. One in every of our prime California locations for nature-seekers, Yosemite Nationwide Park within the Sierra Nevada mountains could make for a very life-changing journey. To raise your journey with a novel and comfy keep, strive Autocamp (above), The Ahwahnee Lodge or Tenaya (under) as your own home base.

Los Angeles

A fast flight for a lot of within the Southwest and West Coast, {couples} can absorb the solar in LA whereas having fun with world-famous purchasing, stunning seashores, and unimaginable meals. Los Angeles is sprawling so you’ll want to plan your keep round your prime to-dos – keep the place you’ll need to spend probably the most time, or select a luxurious resort that provides the complete LA expertise in a single place.

The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is for these on the lookout for LA luxurious (and maybe a couple of superstar sightings), however LA and the encompassing area is dwelling to numerous unimaginable resorts, boutique inns, and spectacular trip leases. (picture by @thelosttwo)

San Diego

In case you’re on the lookout for a vigorous spot and enjoyable within the solar, you’ll love the vibe at The Lafayette Lodge and Swim Membership – a not too long ago renovated historic lodge that includes California-cool design and a cool maximalist twist.

The Pearl gives a beachy mid-century impressed expertise in Level Loma.

Orli is a classy La Jolla lodge in a reimagined 1910-era landmark constructing steps from the seaside.

Which California resorts would you add to this listing? Discover extra honeymoon + journey concepts right here!