Located on the Pacific Ocean, the beautiful coastal town of Laguna Beach is a popular tourist destination thanks to its mild climate and majestic beaches. It’s obviously a dream locale for surfers and watersports enthusiasts, but it also has a variety of cultural attractions like the Laguna Art Museum and the Laguna Playhouse, the oldest continuously running theater on the West Coast. Wake up to the sound of the waves crashing and the smell of salt floating in the air at these top hotels in Laguna Beach.
Montage Laguna Beach
For the ultimate in oceanfront luxury, there’s the Montage Laguna Beach – an expansive 30-acre resort that’s perched high above the Pacific Ocean on a coastal bluff. Because of its design, every one of the guest rooms features a view of the ocean, as well as feather-top beds, luxurious sheets, towels and bathrobes, pampering touches like candles and fine bath products, and private balconies or patios. Outside of your room, you can relax at one of two pools, visit the 20,000-square-foot on-site spa or have a delicious meal at one of the property’s gourmet restaurants.
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Perched above the Pacific on a coastal bluff
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Rooms with ocean views
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Multiple pools and on-site spa
30801 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 866-271-6953
Laguna Beach House
If you’re looking for a classic, casual hotel that’s located on the coast, then the Laguna Beach House is the place to be. It underwent a $1.5 million renovation, which you can see by the pristine guest rooms, lobby space, and pool deck that all scream of SoCal culture. The rooms are light and airy with pops of bright color and give a nod to surfing, as well as views of the ocean, the pool, or even your own private patio. The hotel also offers special touches that will make you feel like you’re at home away from home, including freshly brewed coffee in the mornings, a nightly wine reception, and even milk and cookies at bedtime.
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Coastal view rooms with private balconies
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Complimentary wine hour by the firepit, cookies and milk before bedtime
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Within walking distance of Main Beach and downtown
475 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 800-297-0007
Surf & Sand Resort
Located right along the shore providing direct access to beautiful sands and the waves, Surf & Sand Resort offers an idyllic beach retreat with rooms and suites that come with private furnished balconies and ocean views. The property includes a beautiful ocean-view pool with drink service included, along with a lavish spa. The Aquaterra Spa offers a wide range of pampering treatments, including facials and full body scrubs while the on-site Splashes restaurant receives rave reviews for its fresh, California-inspired seaside cuisine overlooking the Pacific. There are multiple other places to dine and drink, like 15FiftyFive, an outdoor bar and lounge serving light bites and handcrafted cocktails enjoyed with fire pits and stunning sunset views.
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Oceanview pool with poolside service
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Aquaterra Spa
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Multiple dining options including the signature Splashes restaurant for ocean-view dining
1555 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 888-579-8544
Capri Laguna on the Beach
The Capri Laguna on the Beach is a crisp, clean boutique hotel located right on the sands of Laguna Beach. Its location offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, while the rooms offer both comfort and convenience. You can choose from a standard room, a pool view, ocean view, or ocean front room and upgrade to special features like a fireplace or an adjoining suite. And the decorations and muted colors of white and blue will have you feeling relaxed the moment you walk in the door.
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Beachfront property
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Ocean-view rooms with balconies
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Upgraded Oceanfront Junior Suite with a full kitchen
1441 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-494-6533
Inn at Laguna Beach
Set atop a bluff, the Inn at Laguna Beach is a beautiful boutique hotel with ocean views from many vantage points, including most rooms, some of which offer balconies for enjoying the vista with a salty sea breeze. All have a beachy feel and come with minibars, iHome docking stations, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and bathrobes. Umbrellas, beach towels, and beach chairs are complimentary, and there’s an outdoor pool and hot tub on-site. There is no restaurant on the property, but the popular Las Brisas, which offers dining on an outdoor patio with an ocean view, is right next door.
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Outdoor pool and hot tub
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Complimentary umbrellas, beach chairs, and beach towels
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Free evening wine reception
211 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 800-544-4479
The Ranch at Laguna Beach
The Ranch at Laguna Beach was once named one of National Geographic’s Unique Lodges of the World, and once you visit, you’ll know why. This beautiful property offers both canyon and ocean views from its unique location in the middle of Orange County. Although the hotel is definitely luxurious, the vibe here is laid-back, from the organic gardens and unpretentious dining to the relaxing Sycamore Spa and the friendly staff. The accommodations range from guest rooms and studios to suites and a luxurious treehouse, all scattered around the 97-acre wooded property. For recreation, they also offer a pool, 9 holes of golf, fitness classes, garden tours, or a short walk to the nearby beach.
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An outdoor pool with a pool bar
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Multiple on-site restaurants
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9-hole, GEO Certified® Laguna golf course
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Suites with separate living rooms and patios or balconies
31106 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-499-2271
Laguna Riviera
Located on the beach just two blocks from downtown, the Laguna Riviera is a family-run resort with many ocean-view rooms, and some even have full kitchens and fireplaces. While being on the beachfront is arguably the biggest perk, the property also has a saltwater pool with a retractable roof, wet and dry saunas, a whirlpool, a BBQ area, and a game room with air hockey, foosball, and table tennis. While there is no restaurant on-site, guests do enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast. A grocery store is across the street and many restaurants are within a short walk away.
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Beachfront location with beach toys available
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Saltwater pool with a retractable roof
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Game room with air hockey, foosball, and table tennis
825 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-494-1196
Casa Laguna Hotel and Spa
The Casa Laguna Hotel and Spa truly looks like something out of the past, which is probably because it is. The Spanish mission-style buildings, which feature smooth white walls, bright red roofs, and intricate detailing, date back to the early 1900s. Now operating as a luxurious boutique hotel, you can stay in one of the fully restored rooms that feature Moroccan tiles and ceramics, custom fabrics, and lots of soothing, relaxing colors throughout. You can choose from a room with a garden view or ocean view, or if you really want to splurge, rent the bungalow – a 600-square-foot cottage with its own private entrance.
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Rooms with garden or ocean views
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Upgraded bungalow with ocean views and a clawfoot tub
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Complimentary European-style continental breakfast daily
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On-site spa with Deep Tissue, Reflexology and Hot Stone treatments
2510 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-494-2996
Hotel Joaquin
Located along the Pacific Coast Highway in a French-inspired building, Hotel Joaquin is an adults-only boutique hotel with barefoot chic appeal. Each room is unique, with some boasting gorgeous ocean views right from the bed and ocean-facing balconies. Instead of a TV, you’ll have a turntable with an extensive collection of vinyl available in the art-filled living room that serves as the lobby. The on-site bohemian-style restaurant has a terrace for alfresco dining and you’ll find an outdoor pool to lounge around, complete with food and drink service. Summer programming is available as well, including Reiki sound baths, weekly sunset yoga, holiday BBQs, and local beer experiences.
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Outdoor pool with food and drinks service
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Summer programming, including weekly sunset yoga and Reiki sound baths
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Mediterranean restaurant with fresh, sea-centric cuisine
985 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-494-5294
La Casa del Camino
Located in a historic building, La Casa del Camino is a Mediterranean-style boutique hotel just a block from the beach, with umbrellas, beach chairs, and beach towels provided. There’s a cool rooftop cocktail lounge for unwinding with a drink and an ocean view, along with a bistro-style eatery that serves Mediterranean fare. Access to a nearby fitness center is included in the rates, while the quirky rooms range from funky and surf-themed to ultra-modern and Spanish-style. All come with flat-screen TVs, minifridges, and robes. Some have partial ocean views.
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Rooftop cocktail lounge with ocean views
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Bistro-style restaurant serving Mediterranean dishes
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Complimentary umbrellas, beach towels, and beach chairs
1289 S Coast Hwy 4th floor, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-497-6029
Art Hotel
The Art Hotel is a block from beach access, with boogie boards and beach towels provided. It has a friendly atmosphere with staff who often go above and beyond. Look forward to soaking up the sun while relaxing on the sundeck and enjoying the coastal views. There’s also a heated outdoor pool for refreshing swims, and you’ll enjoy complimentary juice and pastries every morning. Pet-friendly rooms are available and all come with standard amenities like flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels, coffeemakers, microwaves, and mini-fridges. Some also feature bay views.
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Outdoor heated pool and sundeck
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Complimentary beach towels and boogie boards
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Free morning juice & pastries
1404 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-494-6464
The Tides Laguna Beach
For an affordable, family-friendly vacation to Laguna Beach, try The Tides Laguna Beach, located just 3 blocks away from the beach in downtown Laguna. The property combines the classic charm and simplicity of an old-school beach motel with modern conveniences like complimentary Wi-Fi, cable TV, Keurig coffeemakers, and even full kitchenettes in some rooms. You’ll also find plenty of places to relax outside of your room, including a heated saltwater pool and an outdoor patio with a fireplace and gas BBQ grill.
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A heated saltwater pool
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Outdoor area with a BBQ and fireplace
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3 blocks north of Main Beach in downtown Laguna
460 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA— +1 949-494-2494
