Local Haute Hotels

Mendocino Coast’s Sacred Rock Inn is Stunning

After 10 years of renovations, Sacred Rock Inn is ready for its close-up. Located along the beautiful Mendocino Coast in Elk, the historic inn has been lovingly renovated and redesigned by the…

Discovering Dillon Beach Resort

Just a little over an hour away from the city is an idyllic coastal escape perfect for couples, friends, families—and you.

Let Love Bloom Anew at Sausalito’s The Inn Above Tide

True to its name, Sausalito’s The Inn Above Tide perches directly over San Francisco Bay waters. All 33 of its guestrooms and suites feature panoramic views that on any given day may…

Natural Luxury: 1 Hotel San Francisco

One of a handful of 1 Hotels worldwide, the San Francisco locale is a beautiful example of the brand’s environmental ethos: that those who travel the world should also care about it.…

Dawn Ranch

Don’t miss this hidden gem in the heart of Sonoma County, with warm hospitality, idyllic surroundings, and unforgettable chipas.

Life is Good at Sonoma’s MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa

Historic MacArthur Place has witnessed a few transformations over the years. Current changes, both big and small, place the bucolic resort in the highest hospitality echelon. Formerly a prestigious 19th century estate,…

Carmel Valley’s Hidden Gem: The Quail

A Carmel Valley mainstay for nearly 60 years, The Quail is perhaps this bucolic region’s best kept secret. Nestled at the foot of the Santa Lucia Mountains, the resort sometimes takes a…

A Love Letter to San Francisco: The Jay Hotel

Though not entirely evident to the casual observer, San Francisco’s newest luxury hotel is a decadent and inspired homage to some of the city’s most iconic yet under-the-radar creatives. Close inspection within…

CordeValle Resort & Golf Club

Experience championship golf, wine tasting, and inspired dining under the leadership of Executive Chef Nicola Cavicchini at one of the best resorts in Northern California.

Lovely Kenwood Inn & Spa Receives a Refresh

My first visit a few years ago to Kenwood Inn & Spa left me charmed. This second visit left me enchanted. The lush gardens and lived-in Tuscan vibe of this Sonoma County…

Hiking along the Pacific coastline at Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay

Lunar Yoga and Luxury in Half Moon Bay

Himalayan-born Yogi Rakesh Thapliyal leads an afternoon Lunar Rejuvenation Yoga session, the opposite of a sun salutation in that it is based on calming and balancing rather than warming up and rejuvenation.…

Carmel’s La Playa Hotel Stages a Hollywood-Worthy Remodel Debut

Carmel’s La Playa Hotel recently debuted its $15 million makeover during a weekend long celebration of red carpet events attended by notable locals and some of Hollywood’s most recognizable faces. The spirited…

Mountain Moments: Where to Ski in 2024

Nothing says winter like slipping inside a snow globe at a ski resort. Draped in warm, stylish clothing you’ll s-turn down powder-packed inclines or snow plow with your kids on the bunny…

A Little Bit of North Pole Magic in California Wine Country

Discover Merry Meritage at The Meritage Resort & Spa For those dreaming of sugar plum fairies, magical white snow flurries and colorful holiday cheer, look no further this season than The Meritage Resort…

Ideal Urban Resort: Mountain View’s Shashi Hotel

Mountain View might not be the first place one considers when planning a weekend getaway. But this tech industry town holds a few R&R surprises, such as the Shashi Hotel and its…

San Francisco’s Beacon Grand is Exactly That

Those who well knew Beacon Grand’s former life as The Sir Francis Drake will likely not recognize the Union Square hotel in its current incarnation. Gone is the red and gold color…