The Best Laguna Beach Hotels

With miles of scenic trails, pristine beaches, fascinating tide pools and a plethora of activities for the outdoor adventurer, the coastal town of Laguna Beach offers beautiful seaside accommodations sure to soothe the traveler's soul. Take in a surf session at Thalia Street Beach; enjoy a day of swimming and diving at Main Beach or a strenuous hike along the Crystal Cove wilderness area. No matter what you do, you will enjoy relaxing at your luxurious digs by the sea in a town that resembles the French Riviera.

The Montage Resort

The luxurious Montage resort spans 30 acres above the beautiful beachfront of South Laguna. This world-class destination presents 250 elegantly appointed guest suites, an oceanfront spa and three swimming pools.

The Montage Resort
30801 South Coast Hwy. (at Montage Laguna Beach)
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 715-6000
montagelagunabeach.com

Surf & Sand Resort

Aptly located above the surf, the Surf & Sand Resort and Spa offers 165 oceanfront guestrooms with private balconies and beach side views. Splashes restaurant presents American coastal cuisine served just steps from the sea. The resort's Aquaterra Spa offers therapeutic treatments to rejuvenate the mind and body.

Surf & Sand Resort
1555 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-4477
surfandsandresort.com

Hotel Laguna

It might be said that the history of Laguna Beach coincides with the Hotel Laguna, the historic lodging facility adjacent to the town's Main Beach. The nostalgic, oceanfront hotel includes a private beach, two restaurants with ocean views and a superb wine cellar. Hotel Laguna is located within walking distance to the town's art festivals and boutique shops.

Hotel Laguna
425 South Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1151
hotellaguna.com

Pacific Edge Hotel

Overlooking the ocean, Pacific Edge Hotel features 130 luxury guestrooms and suites; it also offers the Pacific Edge Villa, an exclusive, 4,000-square-foot, private beachfront residence presenting panoramic ocean views from all three levels. The Villa includes five fireplaces, French doors throughout, several terraces and a spacious, ocean-view deck.

Pacific Edge Hotel
627 Sleepy Hollow
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-8566
pacificedgehotel.com

Article Written By Karen Sprinkles

Karen Sprinkles has been a freelance writer since 1988. She's currently the managing editor of a luxury home magazine and has written for regional newspapers and magazines. Sprinkles received the Award of Excellence from the Hawaii Book Publishers Association for "The Hawaii Home Book," which reached No. 1 on the Hawaii bestsellers list. She earned a bachelor's degree in English from the University of California.

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