Four Seasons Biltmore, Santa Barbara

With the Santa Ynez Mountains out back and the Channel Islands and Pacific Ocean in front, the Four Season's Biltmore Hotel promises "360 degrees of beauty." Since it's opening in 1927, the "Grand Dame of Santa Barbara" sits on 22 acres of beachfront property amidst its own botanical gardens. It has recently undergone a $320 million renovation featuring world-class amenities, such as a 10,000-square-foot spa, while preserving it's Spanish Colonial architecture and charm.

Hadsten House Inn and Spa, Solvang 

Nestled in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley in the Danish town of Solvang, the Hadsten House Inn and Spa is the area's newest luxury, boutique hotel. The hotel features classic French furnishings with cozy fireplaces and lavish amenities.