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

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.

Hotel pool for when you feel like getting splashy.

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

Playful design mixes casual surfing-themed art with upscale touches.

Coastal style aplenty, ocean views, tech-y app-controlled lighting/temperature and massive flat screens in every room.

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.

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

Perfectly situated within walking distance of shops, eats and the sands.

Dreamy location, perched right on a bluff overlooking sand and surf.

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

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

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

Hey hey, free breakfast every day.

A 10-ish-min drive to the Irvine Spectrum Center, home to a dizzying number of dining options, shops, and even a Ferris wheel.

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

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

Originally opened as ‘The Airporter’ (for obvious reasons) way back in 1969. And still going strong today.

Biz & leisure travelers alike will dig the free WiFi.

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

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

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