Let’s be honest—peak season is overrated.
Crowds. Marked-up prices. Booked-up restaurants. And that nagging feeling you’re sharing the moment with a million strangers.
More and more travelers are catching on to a smarter way to see the world: off-season travel. And on the West Coast? That doesn’t mean sacrificing sunshine, scenery, or experiences.
In fact, with the right itinerary, off-season travel feels better. Calmer. More personal. More connected.
At The Somers Collection, each of our five boutique hotels shines year-round—but there’s something special about visiting in the quiet seasons. Here’s why.
San Diego in the Off-Season
Stay at: Hotel Zindel – San Diego, CA
San Diego in winter still feels like summer to most of the country. Think 65–75° days, clear skies, and golden hour walks along Sunset Cliffs without the summer crowds. Flights are cheaper, lines are shorter, and beach bonfires hit different in cooler air.
> Local tip: Book a midweek stay and grab a table at Juniper & Ivy or Fort Oak without a wait.
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San Clemente in the Off-Season
Stay at: Surfbreak Hotel – San Clemente, CA
Fall and winter in San Clemente mean fewer tourists, mellow trails, and wide-open waves. Trestles still draws surfers year-round, and downtown stays lively with cozy cafes, surf shops, and taco joints.
> Local tip: Bring a hoodie, not a parka. It’s coastal cool, not cold.
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Bodega Bay in the Off-Season
Stay at: Hotel Dega – Bodega Bay, CA
Foggy mornings. Windy trails. Empty beaches. It’s coastal California at its most cinematic. Fall is great for wine tasting and fresh-caught crab season, while winter gives the Sonoma Coast a moody, magical feel.
> Local tip: Grab a hot bowl of chowder from Spud Point Crab Company and watch the tide roll in from our second-floor atrium.
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Lake Chelan in the Off-Season
Stay at: The Lodge – Lake Chelan, WA
Fall in Chelan is grape harvest season—local wineries are buzzing with life and flavor. Come winter, the snow-dusted hills and calm lake views feel like a well-kept secret. And with fewer crowds, you can taste, hike, and unwind without a rush.
> Local tip: Book a winter midweek stay and you may have the terrace—and mountain view hot tub—all to yourself.
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Off-Peak. On Point.
Boutique hotels thrive when things slow down—and so will you. Whether you’re seeking surf, solitude, sunsets, or snow, The Somers Collection is designed to help you travel smarter and stay better.
