The Beachfront Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in California. I hope you will like it!
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1 Capri Laguna on the Beach - A Boutique Hotel Laguna Beach, United States
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Located in Laguna Beach, California, just 1 mile from the Laguna Art Museum, this beachfront hotel offers a sparkling year-round pool and a sun terrace complete with loungers. All guest rooms include free Wi-Fi.
Featuring cable TV with extended channels, each comfortably furnished room at Capri Laguna on the Beach A Boutique Hotel includes bathroom amenities and plush bedding. Select rooms boast a balcony with an ocean view.
Taxi transportation assistance and restaurant reservations are offered at Capri Laguna on the Beach. In-room champagne, wine, fresh flower arrangements, chocolates, private massage treatments and rose petals are offered to guests in all rooms.
Heisler Park is 1.5 miles from this hotel. The Laguna Canyon Winery is 5 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $1347.
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2 Shoreline Inn...on the beach Cayucos, United States
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Located on the beach, the hotel rooms include cable TV. Hearst Castle is 40 minutes ‘drive away.
A small fridge and coffee-making facilities are included in all rooms at Shoreline Inn… on the beach. Most rooms feature sweeping ocean views and either offer a private patio or a balcony.
Picnic and barbecue areas are available at the Shoreline Inn. A beach shower is also on site.
Big Sur is 1 hours’ drive from the hotel. Various local wineries are within 20 miles of the property.
Please note that the front desk is suitable for wheelchair users.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around $1038.
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3 Beach Terrace Carlsbad, United States
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Placed directly on the beach in Carlsbad, California, within walking distance of dining and shopping, this hotel offers contemporary guestrooms with free wireless internet access and a free continental breakfast.
Beach Terrace features an outdoor pool and a hot tub overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Guests can lounge on a chair near the pool or spend the day surfing at the beach.
All guestrooms at the Beach Terrace boast amenities such as 42-inch flat-screen TVs and iPod docking stations. Guests will also enjoy high thread-count sheets and mini-refrigerators. In-room spa services such as massages and facials are available.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around $1130.
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4 STAY OPEN Venice Beach Los Angeles, United States
Hotel. Located in Los Angeles and with Venice Beach reachable within 200 metres, STAY OPEN Venice Beach provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, free bikes, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a TV with cable channels, a fridge, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bath and a hairdryer, rooms at the hotel also offer a sea view. The rooms in STAY OPEN Venice Beach are fitted with a kettle and a computer. The accommodation offers a barbecue. Venice Beach Boardwalk is 700 metres from STAY OPEN Venice Beach, while Pacific Park is 3.4 km away. Los Angeles International Airport is 9 km from the property. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $269.
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5 Mission Pacific Beach Resort, part of JdV by Hyatt Oceanside, United States
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Mission Pacific Beach Resort, part of JdV by Hyatt, is perfectly situated along Oceanside’s vibrant beachfront in northern San Diego County. Steps from the historic Oceanside Pier and the California Surf Museum, the resort is surrounded by the city’s thriving culinary and arts scene. Guests can explore the Oceanside Museum of Art, stroll through the local boutiques and surf shops of downtown Oceanside, or catch a sunset surf session at the iconic beach break just outside the resort. Conveniently located between San Diego and Orange County, Mission Pacific offers easy access to Southern California’s top attractions, including LEGOLAND California, the San Diego Zoo, and Disneyland Resort.
The nearest airports are McClellan-Palomar Airport (12 km), San Diego International Airport (64 km), and John Wayne Airport (80 km).
Feel the spirited energy of Oceanside at the No. 1 Hotel in Southern California, as voted by Condé Nast Traveller Readers in 2025 when you escape to Mission Pacific Beach Resort. Taste true culinary craftsmanship dining at Chef Roberto Alcocer’s homage to Baja, MICHELIN Star restaurant, Valle; mingle and dance at The Rooftop Bar’s lively sky bar deck and pool; sip slow at The Cafe' beachfront café and step back in time when you visit the historic Top Gun House: home of the famous HIGH-pie.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $1639.
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6 Surf & Sand Laguna Beach Laguna Beach, United States
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Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Surf & Sand Laguna Beach is located in the heart of Laguna Beach and offers its guests private beach access. The Aquarium of the Pacific is 68 km away and Disneyland is 41 km away.
All rooms come with a flat-screen cable TV. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom equipped with a bath. For your comfort, you will find bath robes and free toiletries.
The onsite restaurant, Splashes, offer fresh seaside cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The resort has an outdoor pool and sun terrace, and free WiFi is featured throughout the property.
Heisler Park is 2.2 km from Surf & Sand Laguna Beach, while 1000 Steps Beach is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 18 km from the property.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around $3060.
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7 Shutters On The Beach Los Angeles, United States
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Located directly on the beach, this Santa Monica, California resort features 2 oceanfront restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and a spa.
Providing luxury white linens, every room offers plush bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries at Shutters On The Beach. Styled in hardwood floors with a refined Tibetan rug, each room provides an iPod docking station and a 42-inch flat-screen TV. An in-room library is offered. Select rooms offer a balcony and select rooms offer spacious spa bathtubs.
Boasting a panoramic ocean view and an oversized elegant white fireplace, One Pico offers seasonal cuisine on intimate tables with blue plush chairs. The beachfront café, Coast offers a casual atmosphere with a bar and lite bites. Featuring a heated terrace with an ocean view, the Living Room features afternoon tea, cocktails and a full menu of freshly prepared morsels.
A poolside outdoor hot tub is offered. Valet parking is provided. A gift shop is also available at Sutter On the Beach Santa Monica.
Santa Monica Pier is just 5 minutes’ walk down the beach. Los Angeles International Airport is 9 miles away from Shutters On The Beach.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $1115.
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8 Malibu Beach Inn Malibu, United States
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Featuring a soothing luxury spa and rooms with private balconies overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean, Malibu Beach Inn lies 10 miles outside downtown Malibu. Free WiFi is available.
The Malibu Beach Inn offers all-oceanfront rooms with contemporary wood furnishings and a hand-picked selection of wines. The digital entertainment center features music, games and a flat-screen TV with extended cable channels.
The Malibu’s Carbon Beach Club serves coastal cuisine indoors and on a beachfront terrace. The restaurant’s specialty seafood and meat dishes contain fresh produce from local growers.
Malibu Beach Inn guests have direct access to the private beach. Veronica's Skin and Body Care Spa offers offers a menu of exotic massages and treatments that can also be performed in guests’ rooms.
Malibu Beach Inn is 2 minutes' walk from the Malibu Pier and 12 miles from downtown Santa Monica.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $3530.
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9 Montage Laguna Beach Laguna Beach, United States
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Located on the beach, this luxurious Laguna Beach resort features an ocean facing pool and a sun terrace. All rooms feature a deep marble soaking tub. Three restaurants are featured.
Select suites feature plush cream sofas or an ocean view at Montage Laguna Beach. Each luxurious room provides plush bathrobes, free spa toiletries and a dual vanity in the en suite bathroom. Equipped with free Wi-Fi, every room also provides a flat-screen cable TV and an iPod docking station.
Studio Restaurant features a chef table that can seat twelve in a private dining room. Featuring outdoor dining, The Loft Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Poolside dining and cocktails are featured at Mosaic Bar & Grille. Offering nightly entertainment and cocktails, The Lobby Lounge is also available for guests’ enjoyment.
Spa Montage provides a variety of spa services. Poolside cabanas are offered at Laguna Beach Montage. Boutique shops and art galleries are featured.
Dana Point is 5 miles away from Montage Laguna Beach. Los Angeles International Airport is 1 hours’ drive away and John Wayne Airport is 20 miles away.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $950.
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10 SeaVenture Beach Hotel Pismo Beach, United States
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• Just a 5-minute walk to Downtown Pismo Beach, SeaVenture Beach Hotel offers guests relaxation and convenience. A beach front property with an on-site restaurant and a 24-hour reception is available for guest convenience.
• A seating area with a fireplace and a TV with cable channels are offered in each beach-chic guest room. Free WiFi is provided, and a mini-bar and a coffee machine are available. Select rooms feature a private terrace with a hot tub.
• The SeaVenture Restuarant features a seasonal menu. Items are prepared with locally farmed vegetables, premium meats, and fresh fish and seafood. All desserts are made in-house from scratch and room service is available. The restaurant is open Monday through Sunday, with limited brunch hours Saturday and Sunday.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $932.
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11 Beach House Half Moon Bay Half Moon Bay, United States
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This beachfront hotel in Half Moon Bay overlooks Pillar Point Harbor. The all-suite hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free fitness center, in-room spa services and free Wi-Fi.
Beach House Half Moon Bay features a separate bedroom and living area in each spacious suite. Guests can enjoy in-suite microwaves and refrigerators. Patios or balconies are also included.
A continental breakfast is served daily at the Half Moon Bay Beach House. A free wine reception is offered on Friday and Saturday evenings
San Francisco is 25 miles from the Beach House in Half Moon Bay. The Half Moon Bay State Beach is a 5-minute drive from the hotel.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $275.
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12 Huntley Santa Monica Beach Los Angeles, United States
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Located less than 5 minutes walk to 3rd Street Promenade and the Santa Monica State Beach path, this Santa Monica modern beach-side hotel features a restaurant, bar, and lounge. Select rooms provide ocean views.
Each room provides a flat-screen TV, bathrobes, slippers and spa toiletries at Huntley Santa Monica Beach. Select rooms feature a spa bath.
Featuring a rooftop view of the ocean and coastline, The Penthouse restaurant, bar and lounge is styled in elegant white drapes, lavish white chairs and white on white linens. Dinner is served daily and brunch is served on the weekend. A happy hour menu is offered Monday-Friday at the Huntley.
A 24-hour reception, concierge and room services are provided for guests at the Huntley. Dry cleaning, shoe shine, and airport transfers are also offered with an additional surcharge.
Venice Beach is 10 minutes’ drive away from the Huntley Santa Monica Beach. Hollywood, California is just 12 miles away from Huntley Santa Monica Beach.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $592.
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13 Tamarack Beach Hotel San Diego, United States
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Offering a hot tub and a fitness center, Tamarack Beach Hotel is set in Carlsbad in the California Region. There is a restaurant and guests can have fun at the games room.
Each air-conditioned room at this hotel comes with a flat-screen TV. You will find a coffee machine in the room. Each room is fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.
There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.
You can play table tennis and billiards at this hotel. The nearest airport is San Diego International Airport, 30 mi from the property.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $225.
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14 Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa Newport Beach, United States
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Adjacent to the beach, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa offers surf and paddle boarding lessons. Two outdoor pools and spa services are available for guests. Several dining options are provided on site.
A flat-screen satellite TV with pay-per-view channels is included in each air-conditioned room at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa. Each guest room includes a patio or a balcony.
Showcasing views of the Pacific Ocean, WATERTABLE features a gorgeous dining space that offers a Gastro Pantry and Bar with breakfast by day and cocktails by night. Featuring fish tacos and beach-inspired cocktails, Pete’s Sunset Grille is open every day for lunch and dinner. Located right across from lifeguard station 15, Tower 15 Pizzeria offers pizza, salads and sandwiches.
Guests can work out in the on-site fitness centre or relax at the spa with a massage or facial. A games room, a playground and a children’s pool with waterslides are located on site. Bike hires are available.
Meadowlark Golf Course is 12 km away from this resort. Disneyland is 35 km away. A seasonal shuttle to the theme park is available. Los Angeles International Airport is 44 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $1224.
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15 Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton Oxnard, United States
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Located on the coast of the Pacific Ocean, 5 miles from downtown Oxnard, California, this all-suite resort features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and beach access. It has spacious suites with 2 full bathrooms.
A flat-screen TV is featured in each room at Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton. All 2-room suites include a living room with sofa bed, 2 bathrooms and a dining area with a microwave and refrigerator.
Free access to the outdoor pool, hot tub and business centre is provided to all guests of the Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton. A state-of-the-art gym and on-site tennis court are available for recreation.
A cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning and Coastal Grill Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. There is a full bar menu in the evening.
Seabee Golf Course and Oxnard Airport are within 8 minutes' drive.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $1050.
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16 Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Resort Encinitas, United States
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Facing the beachfront, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Resort offers 4-star accommodation in Encinitas and has free bikes, outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.
Breakfast is available, and includes à la carte, continental and Full English/Irish options.
Guests at the resort will be able to enjoy activities in and around Encinitas, like hiking, snorkelling and cycling.
South Ponto Beach is 500 metres from Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Resort, while Torrey Pines State Reserve is 22 km from the property. McClellan-Palomar Airport is 9 km away.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $1940.
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17 Beach House Inn & Suites Pismo Beach, United States
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Located in downtown Pismo Beach, this hotel provides a private balcony with an ocean view and a kitchenette in all rooms except one. Free beach-side covered parking is provided.
Discover 14 luxurious individual suites just steps from the ocean in beautiful Pismo Beach. Each unit is individually owned and decorated, making each unit unique. Please review pictures for each unit. You are booking the exact room you select.
Free Wi-Fi is included in all rooms at the Beach House Inn and Suites. A spacious seating area with a flat-screen TV and a DVD player are also offered in each guest room.
Located off highway 101, area restaurants are within walking distance of the Beach House Inn and Suites Pismo Beach and various outdoor sporting activities such as hiking, surfing, fishing, and biking are available from the property.
The Pismo Beach Pier is 5 minute’ walk from Beach House Inn & Suites. Pismo Beach State Beach is 1 minute' walk away.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around $1278.
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18 Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts San Diego, United States
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Located in Coronado, Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts is an exclusive enclave of beach facing cottages and villas located at Coronado Beach. Located within Hotel del Coronado, this resort features luxurious suites and rooms with free WiFi, patios and balconies. San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter is 8. 5 km away.
The luxurious guest rooms and suites offer stylish interiors with a fireplace, an HDTV and a marble bathroom with boutique bath products and guest robes. Suites offer plush amenities including a gourmet kitchen, a dining area and a living room. Several select suites also feature outdoor fire pits and soaking tubs.
Guests can begin each morning with a complimentary breakfast in Windsor Cottage overlooking Del Beach.
Beach Village at The Del, LXR Hotels & Resorts offers ocean-inspired treatments at Spa at The Del. Guests can experience a cutting-edge Beach Spin, Sunrise Yoga or Mermaid Fitness class. Or enjoy a peaceful swim in the secluded pools and hot tubs scattered throughout Beach Village's private grounds.
Petco Park, home of professional baseball’s San Diego Padres, is 8 km away from this resort. San Diego International Airport is 14 km away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $1271.
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19 Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach Cambria, United States
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Located 4.8 km from Cambria town centre, Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach is a beachfront hotel features an outdoor heated pool. It offers spacious rooms equipped with free WiFi. A gift shop is located on-site.
All guest rooms offer an in-room fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and an en suite bathroom.
A 24-hour reception is offered to guests of Cambria Fireside Inn. A gift shop with snacks and drinks is available.
Harmony Cellars Winery is 12 km away. Hearst Castle is 10 minutes’ drive from Fireside Inn on Moonstone Beach. Piedras Blancas Lighthouse is 18 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $862.
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20 Newport Beach Hotel Newport Beach, United States
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Located 5 minutes’ walk from the historic Newport Pier, this charming hotel is only steps from the beach and restaurants. It offers an on-site bar and serves a continental breakfast every morning.
Newport Beach Hotel features a flat-screen TV in every guest room. Rooms also feature hardwood floors and free Wi-Fi.
The hotel lobby lounge offers assorted soft drinks, beer, red and white wine and champagne.
Guests have free use of bicycles at Newport Beach Hotel. Free use of beach towels, chairs, umbrellas and sand toys is also provided. Surf lessons are offered in the surrounding area.
Disneyland and Angel Stadium of Anaheim are within 25 minutes’ drive away from this hotel. The Anaheim Convention Center is 18 miles away.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $441.
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21 Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection Pismo Beach, United States
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Facing the beachfront, Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection offers 4-star accommodation in Pismo Beach and has free bikes, fitness centre and shared lounge. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site.
The hotel offers a terrace. Guests at Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pismo Beach, like fishing and cycling.
Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar.
Pismo State Beach is 80 metres from the accommodation, while Shelter Cove Beach is 2.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, 12 km from Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach, Autograph Collection.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around $195.
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22 Beachside Inn Santa Barbara, United States
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Located across the street from the Santa Barbara Harbor and a 5 minutes' walk from the beach, this hotel offers a year-round outdoor pool and complimentary parking. Free WiFi is included in all guest rooms and common areas of the hotel.
Featuring park, harbor or pool views, each room at the Beachside Inn is equipped with tea and coffee making facilities, as well as a seating area and a refrigerator and cable TV with premium channels.
A 24-hour reception is offered at the Beachside Inn. Fax and photocopying services, as well as a business centre, are available for added convenience.
University of California Santa Barbara is 10.5 miles from the hotel. Established in 1786, guests can tour the Santa Barbara Mission 3 miles away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $379.
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23 Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton Pismo Beach, United States
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Located in Pismo Beach, 300 metres from Pismo State Beach, Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking and a fitness centre. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.9 km from Clark Center for the Performing Arts.
Every room is equipped with air conditioning, a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at the hotel have a balcony. All units will provide guests with a fridge.
À la carte and American breakfast options are available at Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested.
Staff at Inn at the Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton are always available to provide guidance at the reception.
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is 20 km from the hotel, while California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is 24 km away. San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 12 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $1743.
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24 Ocean Beach Hotel San Diego, United States
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Located directly on Ocean Beach, this San Diego hotel offers 100% non-smoking guest rooms and free WiFi. The hotel is 3.2 km away from SeaWorld San Diego.
A TV with cable channels, a microwave, and a refrigerator are included in each guest room at Ocean Beach Hotel. An en suite bathroom with free toiletries is also provided. Select rooms offer ocean views.
At Ocean Beach Hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered include luggage storage and a laundry. Shopping, dining and beach activities are located within walking distance.
San Diego International Airport is 5 km away. Cabrillo National Monument is 17 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $225.
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25 Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach Avila Beach, United States
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Set in Avila Beach, 100 metres from Avila Beach, Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 4-star resort offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. The resort features a hot tub and a concierge service.
All rooms come with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the resort have a balcony. The units will provide guests with a microwave.
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is 16 km from Hilton Vacation Club San Luis Bay Avila Beach, while Clark Center for the Performing Arts is 19 km away. San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 15 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.3,
rooms from around $448.
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26 Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach by IHG Ventura, United States
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Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach offers a heated outdoor pool and a restaurant. You can relax on the furnished terrace complete with a fire pit and ocean views.
A balcony with ocean views is featured in each air-conditioned guest room. A flat-screen TV with cable offers entertainment. A calming aromatherapy kit is provided.
At Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach you will find a fitness centre. If you prefer to exercise outdoors, you can jog along the 12.8 km long boardwalk.
You can order meals & drinks from Aqua Beachfront Bar and dine poolside.
Los Angeles International Airport is 90 km from this hotel. Seaside Wilderness Park is 2.2 km away.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $840.
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27 Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel Los Angeles, United States
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Located on Ocean Avenue Strip, just 4 minutes' walk from Santa Monica Pier and Tongva Park, this hotel features 1950s California beach vintage-style architecture. All guest rooms offer free WiFi.
A flat-screen cable TV is provided in each air-conditioned room at Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel. Guest rooms include a work desk, a refrigerator, a clock radio and ironing facilities. Select rooms offer ocean or mountain views. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer.
Free tea, coffee, and hot chocolate are served all day in the lobby to guests of Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel. Beach mats are available. A computer for guest use is available.
The Venice Beach Boardwalk is 8 minutes’ drive from the property. Los Angeles International Airport is 24 km from Ocean Lodge Santa Monica Beach Hotel.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $388.
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28 Surfer Beach Hotel San Diego, United States
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Located on the beach and only 10 minutes drive from attractions such as SeaWorld and the San Diego Zoo, this hotel offers comfortable guestrooms and is right on the Pacific Beach boardwalk facing the Pacific Ocean.
Surfer Beach Hotel features a heated outdoor pool as well as an activity desk, complete with a knowledgeable staff. Guests will also enjoy the free coffee, tea or hot chocolate service available anytime in the lobby.
The guestrooms at the Surfer Beach boast amenities such as flat-screen TVs and refrigerators. Most rooms offer balconies with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.
World Famous, located next to this hotel, serves contemporary regional cuisine. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, World Famous offers an ideal beachfront setting.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $333.
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29 The Nautical Beachfront Resort Havasu Lake, United States
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Offering on-site dining and a pub, this lake-front resort is adjacent to Lake Havasu Golf Course. A seasonal infinity pool and children’s water park are located on site. All rooms include free Wi-Fi.
Lake views and cable TV are featured in each room at The Nautical Beachfront Resort. All bright rooms are equipped with tea and coffee-making facilities. A fridge and microwave are provided.
The Turtle Grill offers a casual dining environment serving burgers, seafood and salads. Guests can take a break from their swim in the infinity pool and grab a cocktail at the seasonal Wet Bar.
The Nautical Beachfront Resort Lake Havasu is 3 miles from Windsor State Park. London Bridge is 4 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 8.0,
rooms from around $492.
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30 The Oceanfront Stay on MiramarBeach HMB Half Moon Bay, United States
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This picturesque Half Moon Bay hotel - The Oceanfront Hotel - features stunning oceanfront views. European buffet breakfast is served daily with coffee & tea service all day for guests. Free WiFi and binoculars are included in all rooms.
Featuring a balcony overlooking the ocean, each room provides a fireplace and a flat-screen cable TV with a DVD player. Styled in tasteful light coloured linens, all rooms include a Tempur-Pedic bed.
Stanford University, Apple and Google Headquarters are within 35 minutes' drive away. San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is 45 minutes' drive from Landis Shores.
Beachfront access and a business centre is also offered at Half Moon Bay The Oceanfront Hotel on MiramarBeach HMB.
San Francisco International Airport is 30 minutes' drive away. The popular Sam’s Cowder House is within 5 minutes’ drive of The Oceanfront Hotel on MiramarBeach HMB. Half Moon Bay Brewing Company is 1 km away. The historic landmark, Miramar Beach Restaurant is adjacent to The Oceanfront Hotel on MiramarBeach HMB.
Guest review score 7.9,
rooms from around $3662.
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31 Balboa Inn, On The Beach At Newport Newport Beach, United States
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A short walk from the Balboa Pier, this Newport Beach hotel offers a daily continental breakfast, on-site dining, an outdoor hot tub and a sun terrace showcasing views of the Pacific Ocean.
Offering comfortable and relaxing accommodations since 1929, each room at the Balboa Inn, On The Beach At Newport is equipped with cable TV, plush furnishing, a fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. The en suite rooms are decorated in neutral creams and rich wood accents.
Located at the Balboa Inn, On The Beach At Newport, The Siena Italian Restaurant serves Northern Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Its menu features specialties such as chicken marsala, fillet mignon and fresh fish.
The hotel offers bicycle rentals for those who want to take advantage of the Newport Balboa Bike Trail located a short walk from the inn. A variety of restaurants and shops are a 5-minute walk away.
Guest review score 7.8,
rooms from around $339.
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32 Venice on the Beach Hotel Los Angeles, United States
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This oceanfront hotel features Pacific Ocean views and a sun terrace. Just 2 minutes' walk from Venice Beach Rentals, Venice on the Beach Hotel offers contemporary rooms with free Wi-Fi.
The uniquely decorated guest rooms are furnished with a flat-screen cable TV and a refrigerator. Rooms with ocean views are available.
Venice Beach Hotel is 4 minutes' walk from the Venice Fishing Pier and 4.8 km from Santa Monica Pier. It is within a 20 minutes' drive of Los Angeles International Airport.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around $278.
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33 Cabrillo Inn at the Beach Santa Barbara, United States
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OFFICE HOURS 8:00AM - 10:00PM (22:00)
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Located directly across from the beach, this Santa Barbara hotel offers a heated outdoor pool and free WiFi. The Zoological Gardens are a short walk away.
Featuring cable TV, each en suite room at the Cabrillo Inn at the Beach is equipped with a fridge. Comfortably furnished in a tropical-style decor, most rooms include a seating area.
Offering a variety of shops and restaurants, the historic Stearns Wharf is a 3-minute drive from this hotel. Old Mission Santa Barbara, the Botanical Gardens and the History Museum are 5.6 km away.
Guest review score 7.4,
rooms from around $191.
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34 AIR Venice on the Beach Los Angeles, United States
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Located on the famous Oceanfront Walk, these historic hotel rooms boast beautiful views of Venice Beach and the Pacific Ocean. Free WiFi is available in all areas.
A flat-screen TV is included in each bright room at AIR Venice on the Beach. Hardwood floors and a coffee maker are also included. This property does not have air conditioning but guests can enjoy the ocean breeze.
Guests of this lively beachfront property can enjoy a variety of outdoor activities or simply just relax and take in the sights along the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Laundry services and bicycle rentals are available upon request. Weekend concierge service is also available.
Downtown Santa Monica is less than 2.5 miles from Venice AIR on the Beach. The world famous Hollywood Boulevard is 16 miles away.
Guest review score 7.3,
rooms from around $192.
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35 Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe South Lake Tahoe, United States
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Located beachfront on Lake Tahoe, Beach Retreat & Lodge at Tahoe features a marina, 2 restaurants and free WiFi. A fireplace is offered in each warmly-decorated guest room. Parking is available.
A balcony or terrace is included in each guest room. A TV with cable channels is available, as well as a coffee machine. The en suite bathroom offers a hairdryer and free toiletries.
The Boathouse on the Pier and Sidelines are open for dinner and cocktails seasonally. During the summer, the Tiki Bar offers a beachfront bar, cabana and lounge chair rentals and beach concessions.
A heated outdoor pool is available for guest relaxation.
Harvey's Lake Tahoe, Harrah's, Mont Bleu, and Hard Rock Casino are all located 3.2 km away.
A seasonal heated outdoor pool is available for guest relaxation. Ski lockers are available for rental.
Sidelines serves lunch and dinner seasonally.
Parking is included with Resort Fee.
Guest review score 6.8,
rooms from around $179.
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36 Pacific Edge Hotel on Laguna Beach Laguna Beach, United States
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Experience stunning views of the Pacific Ocean along with pristine beaches at this charming beachfront hotel. Situated directly on the beach, the hotel offers 2 heated pools and is 1.18 km from Heisler Park.
Rooms at the Pacific Edge Hotel offer free WiFi and air-conditioning. Refrigerators and microwaves are also available upon request.
The property offers free lounge chairs and beach towels for the pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, The Deck, and the fitness centre as well. There is also a computer station compatible with Mac and PC platforms. The Laguna Beach seasonal trolley can get guests around town for free.
The Top of the World is 3.7 km away, while Aliso Beach County Park is 5.8 km away. The closest airport is John Wayne Airport, which is 25.9 km away from the property.
Guest review score 6.4,
rooms from around $128.
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37 Strawhouse Resorts Big Bar, United States
Resort. Strawhouse Resorts has a garden, private beach area, a terrace and water sports facilities in Big Bar. There is a barbecue and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. All rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a fridge, a microwave, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath and a hairdryer, while some rooms are fitted with a kitchen equipped with a dishwasher. At the resort each room is equipped with a seating area. An American, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available at the property. At Strawhouse Resorts you will find a restaurant serving American cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Activities such as hiking, fishing, snorkelling can be enjoyed in the surroundings, and guests can relax along the beachfront. Redding Municipal Airport is 115 km from the property. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $684.
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38 Villa Mara Carmel Carmel, United States
Hotel. Set in Carmel, 90 metres from Carmel Beach, Villa Mara Carmel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from Carmel River State Beach and around 1.4 km from Carmel Mission. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, a shuttle service, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms are equipped with a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the units at Villa Mara Carmel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms will provide you with a balcony. At the accommodation all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Guests at Villa Mara Carmel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carmel, like cycling. Point Lobos State Reserve is 5.9 km from Villa Mara Carmel, while Presidio of Monterey Museum is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Monterey Regional Airport, 12 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.5, rooms from around $434.
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39 Pacific Terrace Hotel San Diego, United States
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Featuring a beachfront outdoor pool and hot tub, this San Diego, California beach resort is located on Pacific Beach Park. Ocean views are featured in select island-inspired rooms.
Styled in elegant dark wood furnishings, each luxurious room provides terrycloth bathrobes and free toiletries in the en suite bathroom at Pacific Terrace Hotel. Tasteful tropical linens are featured.
Concierge services help book dinner reservations nearby. Conveniently, the San Diego Pacific Terrace Hotel offers charge back to the room services
Gated underground parking and a gift shop is offered. A modern and spacious fitness centre is available for guests.
Mission Bay Golf Course and Practice Center is 4 miles away. Gaslamp Quarter and the San Diego Zoo are within 20 minutes’ drive of Pacific Terrace Hotel.
Guest review score 9.4,
rooms from around $605.
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40 Seal Cove Inn Half Moon Bay, United States
Hotel. Ideally situated on a bluff above the Pacific Ocean, Seal Cove Inn is located in Half Moon Bay, just 30 minutes' drive from San Francisco. Each bright and modern room provides a balcony or a patio at Seal Cove Inn. A gas fireplace, plush leather seating, and a blue-tooth enabled sound system offer comfort and luxury. Locally made toiletries and plush bathrobes are featured in ensuite bathrooms. Free WiFi and a flat-screen TV are also provided. Free gourmet breakfast is provided at Half Moon Bay Seal Cove Inn. Guests can also enjoy the nightly wine reception. High-end coffee, sodas, and homemade pastries are available in 3 beverage stations throughout the hotel. Half Moon Bay State Beach is 9.6 km south of this inn. Union Square in San Francisco is just 40 minutes’ drive away. San Francisco International Airport is 35 km away from Seal Cove Inn. Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around $1111.
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41 Avila Lighthouse Suites Avila Beach, United States
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Situated on Avila beach, Avila Lighthouse Suites features oceanfront views from the outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. Both the Avila Beach Golf Course and the Avila Beach Sea Life Center are less than 1 km away.
Select rooms feature panoramic ocean views at Avila Lighthouse Suites. Styled in modern furnishings and beach accents, every room includes a seating area, free Wi-Fi, an en suite bathroom and an iPod docking station.
A free continental breakfast is provided for guests. After a day outdoors, guests can enjoy a spa onsite. The Bob Jones Hiking & Bike trail head is nearby and easily accessible.
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 20 minutes’ drive away. Pismo Dunes State Park is less than 32 km away from Avila Lighthouse Suites.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $1397.
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42 Cambria Shores Inn Cambria, United States
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Located in Cambria, 90 metres from Moonstone Beach, Cambria Shores Inn provides accommodation with a garden and free private parking. Among the facilities at this property are a business centre and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Certain rooms at the property have a patio with a sea view.
Guest rooms at the hotel include a flat-screen TV with cable channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge.
Cambria Shores Inn offers an à la carte or continental breakfast.
The accommodation offers a sun terrace.
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 62 km away.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $807.
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43 Inn at the Cove Pismo Beach, United States
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Offering rooms with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and free WiFi access, the Inn at the Cove features an on-site heated pool and hot tub. Pismo Beach Pier and city centre are 3.2 km away. A complimentary continental breakfast is served every day.
A flat-screen TV with cable channels is featured in all the guestrooms. A coffee machine, and a refrigerator are included in every guest room. Most rooms offer views of either the ocean or swimming pool.
Waffles, pastries, and muffins are provided as part of a complimentary continental breakfast each morning at the Inn at the Cove. In-room spa and massage services are available.
Pismo Dunes Natural Preserve and State Beach is 12 minutes’ drive from the Inn at the Cove. The Edna Valley wine region is less than 16 km away. Cal Poly State University is 15 minutes’ drive from Inn at the Cove.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $1293.
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44 Tower 23 Hotel San Diego, United States
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Combining minimalist design with sleek sophistication, Tower 23 Hotel is just 2 minutes' walk from Pacific Beach Pier and the boardwalk. Numerous beach bars and restaurants are in the surrounding neighbourhood.
Tower 23 Hotel features exceptional accommodations furnished with flat-screen TVs and luxurious goose-down duvets.
Guests at Tower 23 are surrounded by a large variety of activities. Surfing, fishing, golfing and whale watching tours are just some of the leisure opportunities offered in the surrounding area. SeaWorld San Diego is 15 minutes' drive from the property.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around $529.
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45 Pavilion Hotel Avalon, United States
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Located on Catalina Island, this beachside hotel features landscaped tropical gardens and a lounge with cabana seats and fire pits. All rooms include free WiFi and food and beverage credit at the Descanso Beach Club.
Styled in blue accents, each room features plush white linens and modern wood furnishings. Each room provides a flat-screen TV with a DVD and a Blu-ray Player. Free iPad rentals are provided based on availability. Select rooms offer patio seating.
Catalina Grand Casino is 5 minutes’ walk away from the property. Pointe Catalina Island Golf Club is 5 minutes’ drive away. Free luggage service from the Avalon boat dock to guest rooms is provided by Pavilion Hotel.
Guest review score 9.1
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46 Casa Del Mar Los Angeles, United States
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This Santa Monica oceanfront hotel boasts 2 on-site restaurants and has a hydrotherapy spa tub in each room. It offers an outdoor pool and hot tub. 3rd Street Promenade is 5 minutes’ walk away. Some rooms include views of the ocean.
A 42-inch flat-screen cable satellite TV is featured in each air-conditioned room at Casa Del Mar. Each elegant room is decorated in soft colours and features floor-to-ceiling glass windows. All of the pet-friendly rooms include a coffee maker, a minibar and ironing facilities.
Offering a menu of fresh seafood and a daily raw bar, Catch is located at Casa Del Mar. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features a weekend brunch with live music every Sunday afternoon.
Small plates and nightly music are offered at The Terrazza, located in the hotel lobby. The restaurant provides guests with 180 degree views of the Pacific ocean and offers breakfast, lunch, and cocktails at night.
Guests of Santa Monica Casa Del Mar can work out in the fitness room and private trainers are available. A business centre with fax and photocopying services and a gift shop are located on site.
Venice Beach is 15 minutes’ drive away from this hotel. Los Angeles International Airport is 9 miles away.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $971.
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47 Moonstone Landing Cambria, United States
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Located just outside of Big Sur and 11 km from Hearst Castle, Moonstone Landing is an oceanfront property that serves a continental breakfast. All guest rooms feature free WiFi.
All guest rooms offer a full or partial ocean view. Guest rooms include a flat screen TV, a seating area, a gas fireplace, a refrigerator, a microwave and a coffee machine. Oceanfront rooms include binoculars and bathrobes. Select rooms offer a spa bath, a patio, or balcony.
Guests can relax in the hot tub and outdoor patio area. The beach is located across the street from the Moonstone Landing.
San Luis Obispo County wineries are 15 minutes’ drive away from Moonstone Landing. The Fiscalini Hiking Ranch is 3.2 km from the property. Nitt Witt Ridge is just 2.4 km away.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around $764.
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48 Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels Laguna Beach, United States
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Laguna Beach features local shopping, dining and art galleries all within a short walk from the hotel, this California beachfront hotel features a year-round saltwater pool, hot tub and sauna. Boasting beautiful ocean views, all guest rooms include free Wi-Fi.
Featuring a blend of contemporary and traditional decor, all rooms at Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels include a flat-screen TV with cable. All comfortably furnished rooms provide tea and coffee making facilities, a microwave and fridge.
Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters is a top Laguna Beach attraction and is located 0.9 miles from the hotel
The Laguna Beach Art Gallery is a 15-minute walk away.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $1482.
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49 Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort Tahoe Vista, United States
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Located on a 275 foot private beach area, this Tahoe resort features panoramic lake views. Hot tubs and water sports are located onsite.
Featuring a lake view, each suite provides a fully equipped kitchen, a flat-screen cable TV and an en suite bathroom at Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort. Coffee-making facilities are also provided.
Barbecue facilities and fire pits are featured throughout. In the summer, an ice cream shop is featured at Tahoe Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort. Kayaks and paddle boards are available for guest use.
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is 15 miles away. Reno-Tahoe International Airport is 40 miles away from Mourelatos Lakeshore Resort.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $198.
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50 Ocean Park Inn San Diego, United States
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With an ideal location just steps from the Pacific Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Park Inn offers guest rooms with free WiFi. Guests can relax in the year around outdoor pool and hot tub. Historic oceanfront amusement park Belmont Park is 5 minutes’ drive away.
Offering free WiFi, each air-conditioned room at the property includes a flat-screen LCD TV, a fridge and a coffee machine.
The seaside village of La Jolla is 12 minutes’ drive away. San Diego International Airport is 16 km away. Crystal Pier is 4 minutes’ walk from Ocean Park Inn.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $412.
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