On the West Coast you will find an wide range of options for oceanfront hotels. In California, go to the Surf and Sand Resort in Laguna Beach for ultimate relaxation and pampering. Each of the newly remodeled guest rooms have a private balcony and modern furnishings. Try the Mediterranean cuisine in the Splashes Restaurant and get a personal spa treatment at the Aquaterra Spa.
If you are looking for a vacation along the rockier beaches of Oregon, go to Starfish Manor in Lincoln City. A small hotel with only 17 rooms, the Starfish Manor offers its guests whirlpool tubs with ocean views, fireplaces and easy access to entertainment beyond the beach, such as the Chinook Winds Casino.
There are just as many opportunities for oceanfront luxury on the Atlantic coast as on the Pacific, so don't rule out a trip to the East Coast when you are deciding which beach property to visit. The Virginia Beach Hilton is the epitome of class, with a rooftop bar and pool, not to mention two award-winning dining options. The business center, fitness center and family playground make the Hilton a good choice for your stay in Virginia Beach, regardless of your agenda.
Another oceanfront property you will want to check out is The Bayview in Bay Harbor, Maine. Located on Frenchman's Bay, with views of the Atlantic, this hotel serves as a restful home base when you return from adventures in the nearby town or trails. Standout amenities at The Bayview are the homemade cookies available each afternoon and the complementary van to whisk you into town or around the bay.
For more affordable beachfront options, check out motels rather than hotels. In Seaside, Oregon, the Oceanfront Motel claims to have the lowest rates on the beach and, though the accommodations are more basic than those at a large chain hotel, you will still find comfortable lodging for couples or families featuring ocean views.
Another place you might not think to go for beachfront fun is Nags Head, Outer Banks, North Carolina. There's more than meets the eye at Nags Head's Dolphin Oceanfront Motel, where you can enjoy an outdoor pool, picnic tables and grills. With go-karts, national parks, golfing, fishing and miles of beaches nearby, you won't be spending much time in your room anyway!
