Laguna Beach, California is a quiet beachfront town approximately 50 miles south of Los Angeles. Laguna Beach has well-maintained beaches, quaint shops and galleries and a number of restaurants that feature seafood, Mexican cuisine and eclectic fare. If you're planning a trip to Laguna Beach, several hotels are in the area that are convenient to the main beach without being right in the city.
Located right next to Laguna Beach in Dana Point, the St. Regis Monarch Beach is a luxury resort that offers world-class service, an ocean view and comfortable amenities. Local activities include whale watching tours and the Flavors of Laguna walking food tour. Nearby restaurants include Michael Mina's Stonehill Tavern and the European-themed Motif. While at the hotel, guests can relax at the spa, play golf at the Monarch Bay Club or enjoy cocktails at the poolside bar. Guest rooms feature large sitting areas, over-sized tubs and showers, flat-screen televisions and high-speed Internet service. The hotel has a kids club for children 5 to 12 years of age. It also has a generous meeting space for business retreats and a large banquet room for wedding receptions.
Situated on a bluff that overlooks the Pacific Ocean, the Marriott Newport Coast Villas are just a few minutes north of Laguna Beach. Combining the comforts of home with attentive service, the villas were constructed with families and groups in mind. Each guest room comes with a fully-equipped kitchen that includes a range, microwave, cookware and dining table. Guests can also eat and drink at the on-site deli and pool bar or visit the restaurants several miles down the road in Laguna Beach. These include the Mexican eatery Las Brisas, and Tommy Bahama, which serves American fare.
The Newport Beach Walk Hotel is on the beach just a few miles north of Laguna Beach. The newly renovated hotel features a coastal-inspired theme with palm trees, wicker furniture and white and blue linens. Guests are treated to a light continental breakfast each morning and can make use of the hotel's beach cruiser bikes or variety of board games. Because of its location on Oceanfront Boulevard, the hotel is within walking distance of restaurants like Renato, which serves Italian cuisine, and 21 Oceanfront, which specializes in seafood. Local activities include gondola rides, surf lessons and whale watching.
