Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach

Cool tiled floors and terracotta roofing scream “la bella vita” here in the Italian-inspired haven of Casa Palmero at Pebble Beach. Golfers swing heartily at the adjoining Pebble Beach Golf Links, while lovers of leisure ooh and ahh in the luxurious Spa at Pebble Beach — where massages, body scrubs, water treatments, and skin, nail and hair care spoil revelers.

An intimate grouping of just 24 exclusive rooms welcome guests, each offering roaring fireplaces, huge soaking tubs and beds that demand you sleep in far past your usual waking hour.

When not golfing, lounge by the pool or enjoy a friendly tennis match. Kick back in the library or living room, or find solace and new company around the Main House’s bar and lounge.

Wine and dine at The Lodge’s restaurants with five options for gastronomic bliss. At the Stillwater Bar and Grill, the sumptuous dishes are challenged only by the wide views, or enjoy lighter fair in the Terrace Lounge. You can enjoy lunch nearly on the water at The Beach Club or overlook the action on the putting green and first tee at the Gallery Cafe. Later, sink into The Tap Room, where craft beers and cocktails fuel optimistic golf stories into the evening. Handicap? What handicap?