Places to stay in Pacific Coast Highway

Belmond El Encanto, Santa Barbara

Traditional hotel

This enchanting landmark hideaway has been providing guests with glamorous privacy and serenity since the 1920s.

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore, Santa Barbara

Traditional resort

This is the American Riviera at its best – a 22-acre Spanish-colonial style resort complete with dazzling ocean views, a sumptuous spa, a choice of great restaurants, and activities that range from family and teen pursuits to private sessions with sporting world champions and Olympic gold medallists

Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa, Pismo Beach

Traditional resort

Both the perfect rest stop on the coastal drive from LA to San Francisco and a holiday destination in its own right, this luxurious, villa-style retreat offers stunning ocean views, a first-rate restaurant and a fabulous spa.

Ventana, Big Sur

Contemporary resort

Utterly romantic and relaxing, this luxury resort by Alila is set amid 160 acres of old-growth forest in the iconic Big Sur region of California’s rugged Pacific coast. Enjoy spa treatments, fine dining and stunning ocean views.

Kimpton Goodland, Santa Barbara

Contemporary hotel

Kimpton Goodland is the ideal hotel for a taste of true Californian life in Goleta, Santa Barbara’s sister city. It's minutes from the beach, there's a swimming pool and yoga classes, and rooms are truly Californian surfer-chic. Fresh, street-food inspired dishes impress at the onsite restaurant.