An easy 1-min jaunt to the sand, and less than a mile from downtown. Also: a 5-min drive to the Laguna Beach Art Museum.

Home to one of the world’s best surf breaks, with staffers to escort you to the best waves.

Starbucks aficionados will be relieved to know they can get their fix right onsite at The Bistro.

Breakfast is comped. Good morning!

Palm trees and pool: that’s all we need. Got ’em.

Unbeatable location just steps from Treasure Island Beach and Goff Cove makes it easy to unwind.

Hotel pool hits the spot when you need to cool off or swim it out.

Spanish style and red tile set the vacay tone, in case the beachfront location wasn't enough for ya.

An easy stroll to the ocean. Park the car for free and flip-flop on over.

Low-key home base, perfect for a road trip stopover or beach town getaway. (San Onofre = one of the world’s most epic surf spots.)

Pop into the Panini Lounge for Happy Hour (5pm-7pm) or to catch the game on 55" HDTVs.

Convenient OC home base, near Irvine Spectrum Center and Laguna Beach.

Revamped property transformed from motel to Cali-casual digs.

Leisure-chic style’s trendy without being in-your-face about it.

Perfect beach-goer practicality right on the PCH. Capitalize on a Cappy's breakfast with a TidePoole's sandwich for lunch, both are flip-flop distance.

24/7 BridgeMart has your back when you forget supplies and want to enjoy the full kitchen.

Cliffside locale means stunning scenery, and the beach & harbor are walkable (free cardio on the way back!).

You know what’s nice to wake up to? Free breakfast, that’s what.

Historic digs steps from the beach, shops, restaurants and entertainment.

O.C. superfans rejoice — this spot is a quick drive from *that* Newport Beach. California, here we come.

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

Basic neutral palette rocks the occasional bold blue accent wall or a pop of sunny yellow just to keep things interesting.

Relax, early riser. Breakfast’s included.

History buffs will heart the proximity to the Mission San Juan Capistrano ruins (walking distance!).

Located within walking distance of Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor.

Beachy color palette adds oceanside relaxation even when you’re indoors.

On the house loaner beach amenities, from towels to toys.

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.

Hotel pool hits the spot when you need to cool off or swim it out.