Destination Relaxation: 5 California Resorts Perfect for Post-Oscars Relaxation

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Kathy A. McDonald There’s an outcome everyone involved with awards season awaits: it’s over and now it’s time to relax. From south to north, here are five pampering California spots where rest and relaxation is integral to a visit.Exclusive Retreat: Rancho Valencia Resort & SpaThere’s much to recommend at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in North San Diego County’s Rancho Santa Fe: the quiet, tree-lined canyon location, the 49 elegant, hacienda-style casitas with indoor and outdoor fireplaces, the top-notch spa and outdoor hydrotherapy circuit, expertly maintained hard and clay tennis courts and the clubby Pony Room, serving California cuisine highlighting local ingredients.

The 45-acre resort’s citrus trees provide some of that bounty: fresh-squeezed juice arrives every morning to guest rooms. Casa Valencia, a private home transformed into a contemporary refuge, was added to the resort’s offerings in early 2022.

It has a chef’s kitchen, pool and hot tub surrounded by luxuriant landscaping. Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, 5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe, ranchovalencia.comRenovated Gem: Casa CodyStep through Casa Cody’s wrought iron gates under bright bougainvillea and discover estate-like grounds in the heart of Palm Springs’ downtown-adjacent Historic Tennis Club district.

Scenic views are towards the towering San Jacinto Mountains. A marriage of several attractively restored historic properties, each of the 30 rooms is unique, although comfortable beds and cool tile floors are found throughout.