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The cheapest Marriott Bonvoy hotels in California do not tend to be the Ritz-Carlton branded hotels. Ritz-Carlton hotels tend to be some of the best hotels in a destination.
However, if you want to stay at one of the best Ritz-Carlton hotels in California, it’s worth knowing which ones usually come in cheaper.
We have already outlined the best Ritz-Carlton hotels in the world and the cheapest Ritz-Carlton hotels in the world. Now, we outline the cheapest Ritz-Carlton hotels in California.
The Ritz-Carlton company is part of the Marriott group, which means you can collect Marriott Bonvoy points during your stay or redeem them for a free stay. Marriott Bonvoy is a solid loyalty scheme that offers a great way of getting further value from hotel bookings.
Read on to find the best and cheapest Ritz-Carlton hotels in California. The prices in this article are based on a stay of 16-20 July 2024. Rates were correct at the time of writing.
Book your stay via our luxury travel concierge to get free breakfast, hotel credit, room upgrade (subject to availability), as well as all your usual Marriott Bonvoy points, making these rates an even better deal.
1. The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage
The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage is a stunning desert resort that overlooks Palm Springs, Coachella Valley, and the San Jacinto Mountain Range. This Ritz-Carlton is the ideal destination to grab some rays of sunshine over the winter.
The stunning valley views at The Edge Steakhouse and holistic spa rituals inspired by the land bind guests to the desert ambiance, and this desert luxury is delivered in an elegant setting. The exclusive club lounge at the Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, is the best club lounge in Palm Springs.
Pricing varies, but in July, rates at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, start at around $393 USD per night. This is the cheapest Ritz-Carlton in California, and this hotel makes a great weekend break from Los Angeles.
Bear in mind that this Ritz-Carlton will likely be cheaper in July than in the winter because this desert location is very hot in July. In the winter, The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage, will probably not be as cheap as the San Francisco Ritz-Carlton as it will be packed with guests looking for Palm Springs sunshine and warmth. In the summer, it can be stiflingly hot in Palm Springs.
2. The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco< is one of the best luxury hotels in San Francisco set within a 1909 Neoclassical landmark building in the prestigious Nob Hill neighborhood right next door to Union Square.
From savoring Coastal California cuisine and handcrafted cocktails inspired by the city’s neighborhoods in The Lounge to relaxing on the private club level with city views, to hopping on the cable car right outside the doors to explore sites like Fisherman’s Wharf and Ghirardelli Square, every moment will leave your heart in San Francisco.
Club rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, feature access to one of the best club lounges in San Francisco
Pricing varies, but in July, rates start at around a very reasonable $491 USD per night. This is probably the cheapest Ritz-Carlton in our listing in the winter, but in the summer, The Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage comes in cheaper because the the desert becomes less appealing when it’s super hot.
3. The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey
The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey is close to LAX so if you feel like a splurge on an airport hotel, this is where you should splurge. But this hotel offers so much more than just a stop-off or layover.
The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey has the distinction of being the closest hotel to the water of any Ritz-Carlton hotel in the US. The hotel is elegantly situated on one of the largest recreational marinas in the world.
There are 304 guest rooms and suites which feature luxurious amenities complemented by the legendary service of The Ritz-Carlton. Many rooms have stunning waterfront views, and club rooms have access to one of the best club lounges in Los Angeles.
Cast & Plow restaurant offers locally sourced and farm-fresh ingredients paired with craft cocktails and a revered wine list. Unwind at the heated saltwater waterfront pool and whirlpool. Activities include tennis, paddleball, SUP paddleboards, bicycling, and skateboarding.
Located less than five miles from Los Angeles International Airport and close to Venice Beach, Malibu, and Santa Monica, visitors can easily access the most popular attractions in Southern California, including shopping, theatres, theme parks, studio tours, museums, and beaches. The hotel is also 20 minutes from the 53-acre Porsche Experience Center, which offers eight unique driving modules.
Pricing varies, but in July, rates start at around a very reasonable $533 USD per night. This is the cheapest Ritz-Carlton in Los Angeles and, in our opinion, tends to be one of the best luxury hotel bargains in California.
4. The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe is a freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada of the Western United States, straddling the border between California and Nevada. The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe sits within the pristine beauty of the Sierra Nevada Mountain range.
From its crystal-clear lake to its legendary skiing, hiking, and golfing, this luxury mountain resort provides endless possibilities for travelers of all ages and interests. It also features the only luxury ski-in and ski-out access in Lake Tahoe with mountain concierge services.
The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe is such an excellent and convenient option for skiing in California. This hotel also has a stunning slopeside spa, exceptional dining, and impeccable service. The Ritz-Carlton is the Lake Tahoe’s best luxury hotel.
Pricing varies, but rates start at around $632 USD per night in July. The high seasons in Lake Tahoe tend to coincide with the ski season. In late December, January, February, and March, expect this Ritz-Carlton to be more expensive as you can ski here. This hotel offers good value for hiking, golfing, and lakeside fun in the summer.
5. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara is a multitude of whitewashed buildings swarming up the side of a sandy hillock on the most perfect beach you can imagine.
Tucked onto 78 acres overlooking the Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara combines this coastal city’s appeal with the beauty of its natural surroundings. Here, you can escape to the tranquility of two beaches, three infinity-edge pools, and a 42,000 ft² spa. You can relax in spacious suites, or you can indulge in the region’s abundance of locally sourced cuisine.
Drink in coastal views from your balcony or relax inside with Mediterranean-inspired rooms. If you are traveling with your family, the Ritz-Carlton Suite and Channel Island Suite feature kitchenettes and up to two bedrooms for longer stays.
Pricing varies, but in July, standard rooms start at around $694 USD per night for a hotel with a lovely beachside location.
6. The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles
Set within vibrant downtown surroundings The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles is a luxury place to lay your head in a legendary city. Located at LA LIVE, home to world-class sports and extraordinary live entertainment, this luxury hotel in Los Angeles, CA, features a captivating atmosphere shaped by dynamic surroundings.
Discover a singular sense of place through luxurious accommodations, dramatic downtown LA skyline views, relaxing spa services, and imaginative cuisine, all enhanced by unparalleled local access.
Pricing varies, but in July, rates start at around $763 USD per night so The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles works out more expensive than the cheaper Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey, which is also located in Los Angeles.
7. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is built on a sand dune next to the soft sandy shores of Salt Creek Beach. Located halfway between LA and San Diego along the coast, this Dana Point offers a beachfront setting and panoramic views of the Pacific.
Sprawling shoreline vistas create awe-inspiring memories from the moment you arrive. Dine on Southern California coastal cuisine, explore your surfside surroundings on an eco-adventure, or soothe with a spa escape at this Salt Creek Beach hotel. The California coast is calling.
Pricing varies, but in July, rates start at around $789 USD per night. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel sometimes offers special deals and packages, so speak to our luxury travel concierge to ensure you are getting the best rate.
8. The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
The part of California where you will find the Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, is much like North Cornwall. Stunning swathes of green grass carpet clifftops. Steep rock faces rise up from perfect coves that caress soft sand beaches. Pacific waves crash and bash this dramatic coastline, generating a marvelous landscape often misted with sparkling sea spray.
It rains more in Cornwall, and the clifftops around this Ritz-Carlton are far more manicured than the grassy hillocks you might find in cornish seaside villages like Bude, where the rabbits are the only mowers. But the ambiance of mystical sea spray and the picturesque setting of these striking coastlines bear remarkable similarities.
At The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay, guests can savor the Northern California sunset on a beautiful evening. Sample fine wines from vintners along the coast, craft smores over an open fire on their private terrace, discover the nourishing benefits of pumpkin at the spa, or tee off on two championship golf courses that are as beautiful as they are well-designed.
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is one of the best Ritz-Carlton beach hotels in America and the best Marriott hotels in California. Holding court on a bluff overlooking the ocean and just 20 miles from San Francisco International Airport, this beach resort in San Francisco, California, celebrates its surroundings with an experience rooted in the elements of fire, relaxation, golf, and the discovery of fine wines.
In summer, bring sturdy sandals to manage the steep (but gorgeous) trail down to the beach or to bicycle along the California Coastal Trail, which passes right through the resort.
Pricing varies, but in July, rates start at around $972 USD per night. This is not cheap largely because this destination attracts guests for its golf facilities and beautiful setting. In fact, this is the most expensive Ritz-Carlton in California in July.
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