Hipmunk Hotels: The Best Hotels in California Including Irvine, Bakersfield, and Big Bear Lake

California is a western state in the United States stretching from the Mexican border northward nearly 900 miles alongside the Pacific Ocean. Home to cities famous worldwide including San Francisco and Los Angeles, California has something for everyone: stunning cliff-lined beaches, dramatic forests, and towering mountains. 

Bakersfield

When looking for somewhere to stay in Bakersfield, make sure to check out The Padre Hotel, the only four-diamond rated hotel in the city. After being closed for a few years and undergoing major renovations, The Padre Hotel now operates as a sophisticated boutique hotel.

On-site, you’ll find unique dining options in the hotel’s restaurants and even the chance to indulge a little further. The second-floor rooftop deck offers a classy setting to make the most of your evenings (and night) while sipping on cocktails with friends or loved ones.

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Beverly Hills

Undoubtedly one of the most famous cities in the world, Beverly Hills is home to many Hollywood stars and is a place where everyone wants to be seen. When choosing a hotel, you want one that helps you experience the extravagance of Beverly Hills, and that’s exactly what The Mosaic Hotel allows you to do.

This small boutique hotel in the heart of the city welcomes you with some of the world’s finest furnishings, quality fresh Californian cuisine, and a stunning pool surrounded by lush gardens and a cosy fire pit. Available to book via Hipmunk Hotels, The Mosiac Hotel will give you that genuine luxury Beverly Hills experience.

Big Bear Lake

If you’re looking for a truly unique stay in Big Bear Lake, then look no further than Castle Wood Cottages. Each cottage offers a completely different theme and accordingly provides a completely different experience. Choose from an Indian forest, castle garden, crystal cave, enchanted forest, or our absolute favourite, a woodland treehouse.

If you can bring yourself to leave these incredible cottages, then you’ll find the village, ski slopes and marinas all within easy reaching distance.

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Fairfield

If you’re looking for a home away from home while visiting Fairfield, then the Homewood Suites by Hilton could be just the place for you. With separate living and sleeping areas, a fully-equipped kitchen, and flat screen TV, you’ll have everything you need to settle in quickly to Fairfield and everything it has to offer.

An indoor pool and fitness suite in this residential-style hotel, means you don’t even have to give up your gym routine while away. For this hotel and many more like it, visit Hipmunk Hotels to make the most of your time in Fairfield.

Irvine

If you’re travelling to Irvine for business, then you’ll want a hotel that is both convenient and comfortable. The Hotel Irvine is a lifestyle hotel that prides itself on combining business and pleasure in just the right doses.

Situated less than two miles from Universal Studios Hollywood, The Hotel Irvine has stunning rooms available, including a piano and a whirlpool. Your balcony provides a view of the outdoor pool, and there’s also a fully equipped gym on site.