Best of the West

Summer Getaway Planner

The West’s most beautiful new hotels combine innovative design with a refined touch, offering an escape for every type of traveler.

COOL ON THE COAST

CAVALLO POINT Sausalito, California A former military base turned resort offers both historic and contemporary accommodations across its sprawling expanse. Stay in a Colonial Revival home or one of the more modern suites with the Golden Gate Bridge in sight. cavallopoint.com PALIHOUSE SANTA BARBARA Santa Barbara, California This beachside retreat is selfdescribed as “vintage preppy meets American Riviera,” and we don’t disagree. Stop by the lobby bar for a Santa Maria vodka martini—and a photo opp, of course. palisociety.com BAJA CLUB La Paz, Baja California An early 20th century villa got a facelift and is now a hotel that boasts rooms with garden, patio, and balcony views. We’re a bit obsessed with the exposed brick courtyard that surrounds the pool, not to mention the rooftop bar. bajaclubhotel.com

WINE COUNTRY OASIS

STANLY RANCH Napa Valley, California Wine country’s newest resort sweeps across more than 700 acres of vines abutting the Napa River. More than 130 cottages with stunning indoor-outdoor views of the vineyards feature private patios. People are already raving about the poolside wellness center replete with massage, oxygen, and salt therapies. aubergeresorts.com/stanlyranch

THE DESERT MODERNIST

AMBIENTE, A LANDSCAPE HOTEL Sedona, Arizona Rooftop fire pits and daybeds for sleeping under the stars are just a few of the amenities at this landscape hotel. “A landscape hotel is a hotel that’s actually built within the environment of the property that’s existing and there, that respects the nature,” says Jennifer May, co-founder of developer Two Sister Bosses. ambientesedona.com

CHIC CITY RETREATS

HOTEL GRAND STARK Portland This gem embodies the spirit of the Pacific Northwest with bespoke green details, including tile walls, furniture accents, and even the front desk. Bonus: Guests can partake in a complimentary beer and wine social hour in the “Study Hall” on select evenings, or grab coffee and pastries in the same spot to start the day. palisociety.com PENDRY WEHO West Hollywood Sophisticated art pieces and modern decor fill the spaces at this retreat that brings a fresh perspective on Hollywood glamor. The rooftop restaurant and pool offer unbelievable views of the city to take in while you sip a glass of rosé. Don’t miss the 70-foot art piece by British-American artist Anthony James in the lobby. pendry.com DOWNTOWN L.A. PROPER Los Angeles What do you do with a hotel floor that used to be home to a YWCA indoor pool? Transform it into a luxury amenity, of course. That’s what interior designer Kelly Wearstler did at this hotel, where she put her spin on a 1920s architectural gem with hand-painted tiles, stained glass, and Moroccan rugs. properhotel.com

FIT FOR ADVENTURE

ELEVATE YOUR BEACH DAY WITH ONE OF OUR FAVORITE BACKPACK COOLERS. Ice Mule’s Jaunt is comfortable and easy to carry, with six different color options. The 15-liter size holds 15 cans of wine, beer, or your favorite beverage on ice. $100; icemulecoolers.com

Geometry Beach Towels are made from recycled materials and printed in California, meaning you can feel good about buying these super absorbent and quick drying accessories. $38; geometry.house Buy a pool noodle that’s built to last like Frontgate’s Lazy Day Pool Noodle. Mesh fabric wraps around a buoyant bead filling. $50; frontgate.com

We love a set of beach toys made from bamboo fiber and cornstarch that are just as sturdy and much more environmentally friendly than plastic alternatives. Willow + Sim’s Bamboo Kids Beach Toys come in three colors. $60; willowandsim.com

Sustainable Summer

We love a pool day as much as the next person, but we don’t love a pile of plastic trash. If you find yourself constantly throwing away your toys, try these eco-friendly options instead.

A beachside classic, but make it sustainable. This Topanga Umbrella by Overexposed features a reclaimed wood pole and canopy made from recycled plastic bottles. $149; overexposed.co Head out on summer adventures with comfort and ease thanks to Allbirds’ Sugar Sliders made in part from sugarcane. $50; allbirds.com

Sun + Water’s SeaGreen tube is wrapped in a removable cover topped with Sunbrella fabric. Instead of throwing away your old tubes, the company will recycle them for you. $185; sunandwater.com

SURF’S UP

YOUR SUMMER DESIGN HACK.

Get your hands on this white oak surfboard rack created by Southern California based artists and designers Zachary Crawford and Raili Clasen. Natural rope and boat cleats mean the mount isn’t going anywhere, and it looks just as good in a modern home as in a sandy beach bungalow. $320; crawfordcraft.com