18 Best Hotels and Resorts in California, From Malibu to Napa Valley

"There are golf resorts, and then there’s Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach. The course, Pebble Beach Golf Links, opened more than 100 years ago in 1919, and has enjoyed as long and storied a history as any. The resort, a former private residence that opened in 1999, is directly on the course—rooms overlook the first and second fairways—making it an absolute dream for golfers. But Casa Palmero offers so much more than tee times. The rooms have a countryside vibe—spacious with woodburning fireplaces, exposed ceiling beams, and wrought iron fixtures, the Spa at Pebble Beach offers award-winning service. Plus, it’s only a five-minute walk down to the peaceful beach."