Places to stay in California

Timber Cove, Sonoma County

Contemporary lodge

A coastal retreat that will tick all of your Wine Country boxes – Timber Cove puts a sleek, modern twist on rustic charm without forgetting its mid-century heritage.

Renaissance Hotel Palm Springs

Contemporary resort

A stylish resort home to a wonderful day spa and Palm Springs’ largest pool; it’s the perfect base for adventures into the California desert, rounds of golf and the modernist delights of Palm Springs itself.

Inn at Occidental

Small & intimate hotel

This farmhouse-style inn is set in the picturesque wine country town of Occidental just moments from the wineries of Sonoma – and just an hour's drive from San Francisco. With just 16 guest rooms and a private cottage, it makes for a wonderfully romantic getaway.

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.

Handlery Union Square Hotel, San Francisco

Contemporary hotel

The Handlery Union Square Hotel is a historic haven among San Francisco’s cosmopolitan buzz. An impressive, traditional interior contrasts to contemporary grey rooms, some with balconies, and the heated outdoor pool, cosy sauna and dark, intimate bar and restaurant add to the delights.

Hotel Yountville

Contemporary hotel

A luxury boutique hotel deep in the illustrious Napa Valley, Hotel Yountville combines farmhouse chic with ultra-contemporary touches, set among stacked Napa river rocks and timber beams in the charmingly walkable town of Yountville. Expect an immaculate spa, sprawling suites and fine dining.