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 Orange County. 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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In Laguna Beach, California, just 1 mile from the Laguna Art Museum, this beachfront hotel features a sparkling year-round pool and a terrace complete with lounge chairs. 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 also have a balcony with an ocean view.
Taxi transportation assistance and restaurant reservations can be arranged at Capri Laguna on the Beach. In-room champagne, wine, fresh flower arrangements, chocolates, private massage treatments and rose petals are provided to guests in all rooms.
Heisler Park is 1.5 miles from this hotel. The Laguna Canyon Winery is a 5-minute drive away.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $230.
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2 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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3 Surf & Sand Laguna Beach Laguna Beach, United States
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Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Surf and Sand Resort is located in the heart of Laguna Beach and offers its guests private beach access. The Aquarium of the Pacific is 42 mi away and Disneyland is 25 mi 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 accompanying bar Splashes Bar has sunset views to finish up your day. For guests on the go, Pacific Perks provides a quick breakfast or lunch.
The resort has an outdoor pool and sun terrace, and free WiFi is featured throughout the property.
Heisler Park is 1.4 mi from Surf and Sand Resort, while 1000 Steps Beach is 3.1 mi from the property. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 11 mi from the property.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around $409.
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4 Newport Beach Hotel Newport Beach, United States
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Located a 5-minute walk from the historic Newport Pier, this charming hotel is only steps from the beach and restaurants. It features an on-site bar and serves a continental breakfast every morning.
This Newport Beach Hotel features a flat-screen TV in every guest room. The rooms also feature hardwood floors and free Wi-Fi.
The hotel lobby lounge provides assorted soft drinks, beer, red and white wine and champagne.
Guests can use bicycles for free at Newport Beach Hotel. Free use of the beach towels, chairs, umbrellas and sand toys is also provided. Surf lessons are available in the surrounding area.
Disneyland and Angel Stadium of Anaheim are within a 25-minute drive from this hotel. The Anaheim Convention Center is 18 miles away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $420.
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5 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 7.5,
rooms from around $339.
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6 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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7 Sea Horse Resort San Clemente, United States
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Less than a 5-minute walk from the San Clemente Beach and the San Clemente Pier, this property offers free in-room WiFi.
Each of the bright suites at the Sea Horse Resort has a flat-screen TV equipped with cable and the HBO channel. They are furnished with a microwave, refrigerator, and coffee maker.
Select suites include a full kitchen with stove top, refrigerator, and microwave.
San Onofre State Beach is a 10-minute drive from the San Clemente Sea Horse Resort Hotel. Santa Anna, California is 30 miles away.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around $179.
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8 Hotel Joaquin Laguna Beach, United States
Hotel. Set within 2297 feet of Heisler Park, Hotel Joaquin - Adults Only in Laguna Beach features an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. Laguna Art Museum is 2953 feet from the hotel and Top of the World Laguna Beach is 2. 2 mi away. A daily full complimentary breakfast is included for all guests. All units in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. Featuring a private bathroom with free toiletries, rooms at Hotel Joaquin - Adults Only also offer free WiFi, while certain rooms here will provide you with a sea view. At the accommodations, every room includes a seating area. Staff at the reception can assist guests at any time of the day. Treasure Island Park Laguna Beach is 3.1 mi from Hotel Joaquin - Adults Only, while Aliso Beach is 3.7 mi from the property. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 9.9 mi from the hotel. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around $389.
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9 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 8.7,
rooms from around $165.
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10 Crescent Bay Inn Laguna Beach, United States
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Just 5 minutes’ walk to the beach, Crescent Bay Inn is located in Laguna Beach just 3.2 mi from Crystal Cove. Free WiFi is included in each modern guest room. Free parking is available on site.
Cable TV is featured in each room at Crescent Bay Inn Laguna Beach. A microwave and small refrigerator are provided as well as free toiletries and a hairdryer.
Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage. Guests can also enjoy a free light breakfast int he lobby daily from 07:00-10:00 and 07:00-10:30 on weekends.
The hotel is 0.7 mi from Heisler Park and 5 mi from 1000 Steps Beach. John Wayne International Airport is 13 mi away.
Guest review score 8.1,
rooms from around $182.
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11 Pacific Edge Oceanfront Hotel Laguna Beach, United States
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Facing the beachfront, Pacific Edge Oceanfront Hotel offers 4-star accommodation in Laguna Beach and has an outdoor swimming pool, terrace and restaurant. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Private parking is available on site.
At the hotel, the rooms include a desk and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave. At Pacific Edge Oceanfront Hotel all rooms have bed linen and towels.
The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a hot tub. You can play table tennis at this 4-star hotel.
Staff at Pacific Edge Oceanfront Hotel are available to provide information at the 24-hour front desk.
Popular points of interest near the hotel include Main Beach, Woods Cove Beach and Fisherman's Cove Beach. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 22 km from Pacific Edge Oceanfront Hotel.
Guest review score 6.6,
rooms from around $158.
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12 Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club Dana Point, United States
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Located in Dana Point on a hillside overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this resort offers 2 restaurants and 5 bars/lounges, in room dining, 3 swimming pools including a children’s pool, a championship golf course and an on-site spa and blow dry bar. Private beach access is featured.
A private balcony or terrace, premium down duvets and a 50-inch LCD TV is included in each guest room at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club. A luxurious en suite bathroom with marble tile, over-sized bathtub and separate shower is also provided.
Guests can enjoy oceanfront dining at 33°North. The restaurant features locally sourced, natural, and organic sea food, meats, poultry and produce. The bar serves premium champagne and cognac from France and an extensive Single Malt Scotch Whisky menu. Bourbon Steak boasts panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and serves creative, yet-refined dishes showcasing locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients from land and seas. For coffee and quick to go meals guests can stop by Part & Parcel Market.
The full-service spa features massage therapy, facials and body treatments. The full-service spa offers hair and nail services, yoga and a sea to spa package.
An outdoor pool with fully-outfitted cabanas and a children's pool and lagoon pool are available for guest relaxation. The Monarch Beach Kids Club offers a children's program and babysitting services.
This resort is 82 km from Los Angeles International Airport and 30 minutes’ drive from John Wayne Airport. Mission San Juan Capistrano is 10 minutes’ drive away from Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around $591.
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13 Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point Capistrano Beach, United States
Hotel. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point is located on the beachfront in Capistrano Beach, 500 metres from Capistrano Beach and 1.6 km from Doheny State Beach. The property is set 35 km from Fashion Island, 40 km from South Coast Plaza and 16 km from Heisler Park. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. Guest rooms in the hotel are fitted with a coffee machine. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower and a hairdryer, all units at Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms here will provide you with a seating area. At the accommodation every room has bed linen and towels. Guests at Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point can enjoy a continental breakfast. The hotel offers a hot tub. University of California, Irvine is 34 km from Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point, while Angel Stadium of Anaheim is 49 km away. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 36 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 7.3, rooms from around $125.
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14 Balboa Pier House Newport Beach, United States
Hotel. Balboa Pier House is located on the beachfront in Newport Beach, 100 metres from Newport Beach and 400 metres from Balboa Beach. Featuring an ATM, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Every room is fitted with a balcony with sea views and free WiFi. At the hotel each room has a seating area, a TV with cable channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower and a hairdryer. At Balboa Pier House every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Newport Beach, like cycling. The Wedge is 2.1 km from Balboa Pier House, while Fashion Island is 5.1 km away. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 10 km from the hotel. Guest review score 9.0
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15 The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel Dana Point, United States
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This luxury hotel is located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers beach access. The hotel features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, multiple dining options and a tennis court. Each guest accommodation offers free WiFi.
Offering ocean-inspired décor, rooms at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel are equipped with 42-inch flat-screen TVs, a work desk and a DVD player. Rooms also feature bottled water and a coffee machine. Room service is also available. First floor ocean view rooms offer outdoor pits.
Dining options at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel include enoSTEAK, an intimate steakhouse and 180Blu, which offers a light menu and views of the Pacific Ocean. Raya features Pan-Latin coastal fare and ocean views, while The Market Place offers healthy selections. The hotel also has a seasonal pool-side bar and restaurant with specialty cocktails.
Guests at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Nigel can work out in the gym or enjoy a game of table tennis.
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is within 6 minutes’ drive of Dana Point Harbor, which features a marina. Mission Basilica San Juan Capistrano is 13 minutes’ drive away.
Guest review score 7.4,
rooms from around $649.
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16 Casa Tropicana San Clemente, United States
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Offering panoramic ocean views from 2 shared common areas, this California boutique hotel is across the street from the San Clemente Pier. Free Wi-Fi is included.
A flat-screen TV with extended cable is featured in all Casa Tropicana guest rooms. Each room includes plush bedding and a seating area. A fridge is provided.
Tea and coffee is included.
Casa Romantica Culture Centre and Gardens is 4 minutes’ walk from this boutique hotel. Dana Point Harbor is 6 minutes’ drive away. This is a beachfront hotel.
Guest review score 7.7,
rooms from around $179.
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17 Doryman's Oceanfront Inn Newport Beach, United States
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Doryman's Oceanfront Inn is located in Newport Beach, just 2 minutes' walk from the sand. The accommodation offers classic Victorian design influences and access to a sun terrace. Free WiFi is provided.
The bed and breakfast provides a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hair dryer and bath. Some units feature a seating area and/or a patio.
Oceanfront dining is available on site at 21 Oceanfront, which offers steaks and fresh seafood amid sunset and water views.
There is a shared lounge at this property and guests can go cycling nearby.
Fashion Island is 9 km from Doryman's Oceanfront Inn, while Newport Beach Pier is 800 metres from the property. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 11 km from the property.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around $371.
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18 Casa Loma Beach Hotel Laguna Beach, United States
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Nestled on a cliff overlooking the ocean, this Casa Loma Beach Hotel is 5 minutes’ walk from Main Beach Park. A wine reception is hosted each evening. Each guest room includes beach chairs and umbrellas.
Free Wi-Fi and cable TV is featured in all rooms at Casa Loma. Equipped with coffee-making facilities, guests can start their day with a cup of Nespresso and a complimentary newspaper.
Heisler Park is opposite this hotel. Orange County Airport is 7 miles away.
Guest review score 8.4,
rooms from around $149.
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19 Newport Beach Front Newport Beach, United States
Holiday home. Newport Beach Front is situated in Newport Beach, a few steps from Newport Beach and 2.7 km from Balboa Beach, in an area where cycling can be enjoyed. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free WiFi. Offering direct access to a balcony with sea views, the holiday home consists of 6 bedrooms. The air-conditioned holiday home also features a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a seating area, washing machine and 5 bathrooms with a bidet, a shower and a bath. Santa Ana River Beach is 2.8 km from the holiday home, while Fashion Island is 8.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 11 km from Newport Beach Front. Guest review score 10.0
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20 Newport Beach Front View II Newport Beach, United States
Holiday home. Newport Beach Front View II is a beachfront property set in Newport Beach, 1.1 km from Santa Ana River Beach and 2.6 km from Huntington Beach. It is located a few steps from Newport Beach and provides free WiFi plus an ATM. The holiday home comes with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. A children's playground is available on site and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home. Fashion Island is 8.2 km from Newport Beach Front View II, while South Coast Plaza is 11 km away. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 10 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 8.0
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21 Oceanfront Hacienda San Clemente, United States
Homestay. Situated in San Clemente, a few steps from San Clemente City Beach and 1.5 km from North Beach, Oceanfront Hacienda features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and sea views. The homestay provides guests with a patio, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A microwave, a stovetop and toaster are also available, as well as a kettle. Fashion Island is 42 km from Oceanfront Hacienda, while South Coast Plaza is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is John Wayne Airport, 43 km from the accommodation. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around $201.
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