Carmel Valley Ranch

This idyllic coastal town is one of my favorite California weekend getaways for scenic vistas and European charm. My curated list shares the best of the coast and countryside with my handpicked favorites in Carmel-by-the-sea and Carmel Valley. The only guide you’ll ever need for all of your future trips to Carmel in a mobile-friendly, easy to use format. Unlock it for access to: 🛌 Places to stay (luxury and boutique hotels, airbnbs) 🍽 Places to eat (casual and upscale dining) 🌊Things to do (beach, nature, wellness, wineries, shopping) 🚗 Day Trips 🌸 Future updates including new places and deeper insights without paying more later!

Recs for friends & couples hoping to get away soon. Some of these are definitely on the spendier side, but would all make for a really lovely special occasion.

As a California native, I spend a lot of time by the ocean at seaside resorts. Here is a list of my favorite hotels along the California coast from Mendocino to San Diego. Stay at these plush resorts for fabulous spas, views, concierges, and world-class dining. Save yourself hours of research by choosing from my list of recommendations -- this is the same list I give my friends and family who always ask me where to go! ☀️ Free guide developed by yours truly 🦄 I’m available to build custom itineraries 🐠 Check out my other guides!