By Karen Sprinkles
The charming, seaside community of Laguna
beach, California, offers appealing accommodations highlighted by stellar ocean views, signature restaurants and sterling hospitality. Whether you're looking for a newly established
resort like the Montage or a venerable landmark hotel like the Hotel Laguna, this coastal town on the Pacific presents many fine places to stay that will surely enhance your visit.
Surf & Sand Resort
Situated right above the beach, the Surf & Sand Resort and Spa offers 165 oceanfront guestrooms with private balconies and stunning views. American coastal cuisine is served just steps from the sea at Splashes, while Aquaterra Spa provides relaxing, therapeutic treatments. The venerable location is especially appealing at night, when the lights illuminate the gentle surf below.
Surf & Sand Resort
1555 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 497-4477
www.surfandsandresort.com
Pacific Edge Hotel
Overlooking the blue Pacific Ocean, Pacific Edge Hotel features 130 upgraded guestrooms and suites, as well as the Pacific Edge Villa, an exclusive, 4,000-square-foot, private beachfront venue. This Cape Cod-style residence offers panoramic ocean views from all three levels. With five fireplaces, numerous French doors, large kitchen, three terraces and a spacious deck, Pacific Edge Villa presents an intimate stay in an elegant setting.
Pacific Edge Hotel
627 Sleepy Hollow
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-8566
www.pacificedgehotel.com
The Montage Resort
The luxury Montage resort is situated on 30 acres overlooking the beautiful beaches of South Laguna. With 250 elegantly appointed rooms, the resort offers beachfront accommodations, an oceanfront spa, three swimming pools and a world-class signature restaurant, Studio, that blends contemporary French cuisine with California influences.
The Montage Resort
30801 South Coast Hwy. (at Montage Laguna Beach)
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 715-6000
www.montagelagunabeach.com
Hotel Laguna
The rich history of Laguna Beach comes alive at Hotel Laguna, located adjacent to Main Beach. The historic, oceanfront hotel includes a private beach, two ocean-view restaurants and a lounge, and it is located within walking distance to art festivals and shopping.
Hotel Laguna
425 South Coast Hwy.
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
(949) 494-1151
hotellaguna.com
About the Author:
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.
