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El Encanto (Santa Barbara)—This collection of cottages is set in the hills above Santa Barbara. Some rooms have fireplaces and kitchens. The hotel’s dining room is a great place to eat alfresco. There is access to a health club, golf and horseback riding. Rooms: 83. June weekend rates: $229-$1,450. 805-687-5000.
The Fairmont Miramar Hotel (Santa Monica)—Fairmont Hotels & Resorts took over this luxurious haven late last year. The poolside bungalows have been worthy of luminaries the likes of Greta Garbo, Cary Grant and Eleanor Roosevelt. Rooms: 302. June weekend rates: $239-559. 310-576-7777.
Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas—It’s a tony place to stay, and to dine. There’s fine cuisine in the private First Floor Grill; also on the garden terrace of Verandah Cafe, which serves afternoon tea. Check out the lushly landscaped pool, set within an elegant pool garden. Rooms: 424. June weekend rates: $305-$2,100. 702-632-5000.
The Georgian (Santa Monica)—A $2 million refurbishing project added elegant amenities to guestrooms and draperies and artwork to the Art Deco lobby. The historic hotel has housed Carol Lombard, Clark Gable and Bugsy Siegel since it opened its doors 67 years ago. Rooms: 84. June weekend rates: $189-$338. 310-395-9945.
Four Seasons Resort Aviara (San Diego)—Rolling valleys and the Pacific Ocean cradle a wildlife sanctuary and an Arnold Palmer signature golf course. Thinking about a permanent getaway spot? Check out the Four Seasons Vacation Ownership villas. Rooms: 331. June weekend rates: $360-$4,000. 760-603-6800.
Harrah’s Laughlin Casino & Hotel—Why not give Laughlin a try? The tri-towered Harrah’s has a Mexican resort theme and its own beach on the Colorado River. There’s more than 44,000 square feet of casino space, including a separate, 18,000-square-foot nonsmoking casino. Rooms: 1,579. June weekend rates: $60-$140. 702-298-4600.
Hotel del Coronado—Just over the bridge from downtown San Diego, this legendary resort is beginning a new chapter in its history, thanks to a $55 million renovation. In June, two new restaurants will be unveiled, terracing out and reconnecting to a pristine beach. Rooms: 691. June weekend rates: $205-$2,300. 619-435-6611.
Hyatt Grand Champions (Indian Wells)—Minutes from Palm Springs, this Hyatt property includes two 18-hole golf courses and 12 grass, clay and hard-surface tennis courts. The resort’s 20 Italian-style garden villas offer privacy and VIP concierge service. Rooms: 338. June weekend rates: $135-$630. 760-341-1000.
Hyatt Regency Lake Las Vegas (Henderson)—This Moroccan-theme resort is 17 miles east of the Las Vegas Strip. Yes, you can gamble, in a European-style casino. Look into the three-bedroom casitas. The Reflection Bay golf course runs right by the property. Rooms: 496. June weekend rates: $175-$2,250. 702-457-1234.
La Costa Resort & Spa (San Diego)—North County is home to a world-renowned hotel with a spa that offers facials, herbal wraps and massages. Test your mettle on two 18-hole championship golf courses, home of the annual Andersen Consulting Match Play Championship. Rooms: 479. June weekend rates: $325-$1,950. 760-438-9111.
Las Ventanas al Paraiso (Los Cabos)—Opened in 1997, this “window to paradise” blends with the desert topography, the fairway lawns of the Cabo Real golf course and the vivid blue ocean. Spa services include a “total lifestyle” approach. Rooms: 61. June weekend rates: $525-$2,000. 888-525-0483.
Loews Coronado Bay Resort—On a private peninsula in San Diego Bay, Loews is 10 miles southwest of downtown. All guestrooms—especially the bayside suites—offer spectacular water views. The on-property Azzura Point restaurant is one of the finest in town. Rooms: 440. June weekend rates: $195-$850. 619-424-4000.
Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel—Opened in 1989, this beachfront property just underwent an $18 million renovation. The new, palm-lined lobby exudes California-casual ambience. The pool deck, also lined with palm trees, serves as a trendy place to be seen. Rooms: 340. June weekend rates: $290-$2,600. 310-458-6700.
Marina Dunes (Monterey Bay)—Located on 19 acres of rolling dunes 200 feet from the Pacific, there’s a two-story main lodge and a collection of ranch-style beach bungalows. Recently opened on the property: A.J. Spurs restaurant, serving steak and ribs cooked over an oak-pit barbecue. Rooms: 60. June weekend rates: $169-$229. 831-883-9478.
Rancho Bernardo Inn (San Diego)—Secluded near the San Pasqual Valley, this comfortable and elegant resort offers great golf and tennis packages. There’s excellent French cuisine to be had at the five-star El Bizcocho, where jackets are required. Rooms: 287. June weekend rates: $259-$478. (858) 487-1611.
Resort at Squaw Creek (Lake Tahoe)—Take advantage of the alpine setting’s warm days and cool evenings. Five miles away, Lake Tahoe is a summer playground for water-sports enthusiasts. The resort’s 10,000-square-foot fitness center just got a $3 million facelift. Rooms: 403. June weekend rates: $275-$1,900. 530-583-6300.
Ritz-Carlton Huntington Hotel & Spa—It’s set on 23 acres in the San Gabriel Mountain foothills, just 15 minutes from downtown Los Angeles. All guest rooms, suites and the eight cottages have been renovated to add modern conveniences. Rooms: 392. June weekend rates: $149-$2,500. 626-568-3900.
Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel—Poised atop a majestic bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Dana Point, this Ritz is legendary for its luxury and magnificent setting. Gourmet named it the most romantic hotel in the world; Travel & Leisure ranks it the best hotel in North America. Rooms: 393. June weekend rates: $395-$3,700. 949-240-2000.
Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey—Art, antiques and elegant surroundings complement the picturesque beauty of the marina. Countless yachts and Pacific waters are evident from every window. Santa Monica and Beverly Hills are both within easy driving distance. Rooms: 306. June weekend rates: $169-$2,500. 310-823-1700.
Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage—The centerpiece of this resort is the spa, which combines the high desert’s beauty and tranquility with rejuvenating personalized programs. Dramatically situated on a 650-foot plateau, this Ritz is the most luxurious resort in the Palm Springs area. Rooms: 240. June weekend rates: $169-$1,250. 760-321-8282.
Ritz-Carlton San Francisco—Set on Nob Hill’s eastern slope, this Ritz is a stop on the California Street Cable Car line and borders the city’s financial district, Chinatown and Union Square. The Dining Room was voted best in the world for “top authentic local cuisine” by Gourmet. Rooms: 336. June weekend rates: $349-$3,800. 415-296-7465.
Surf & Sand Hotel (Laguna Beach)—Directions to the beach from the hotel: Look down. Every balcony here is perched above the sea. With lush garden walkways and a soothing palette of sun-bleached driftwood, frosty beach glass and sea spray, the hotel is like an oceanfront home. Rooms: 164. June weekend rates: $270-$750. 800-524-8621.
The Venetian (Las Vegas)—It’s all here. Serenading gondoliers are part of the ambience in this mega-resort. Every room is a suite. There are a dozen restaurants and an equal number of shops. The casino is 120,000 square feet. The dual-floor Canyon Ranch Spa is a healthy respite. Rooms: 3,036. June weekend rates: $299-$10,000. 702-414-1000.
The Westin St. Francis (San Francisco)—Overlooking Union Square, Westin’s historic flagship hotel is just minutes from Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf and the financial district. The St. Francis’ Compass Rose features caviar cart service and its famous frozen vodka martini. Rooms: 1,189. June weekend rates: $289-$2,900. 415-397-7000.
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