Retro-chic reno’d rooms blend yesteryear’s flair with a mod sense of style.

Retro-chic reno’d rooms blend yesteryear’s flair with a mod sense of style.

Just a 2-min stroll from the Rio Del Mar beach.

Tons of options at the complimentary hot breakfast — the only tough choice we like being faced with before noon.

Contemporary, comfy and casual, for when you don’t want your room to feel overdressed.

The outdoor pool takes vacay vibes to new heights.

So close to the Beach Boardwalk you can practically feel the pull of the taffy.

Perched right(!) on(!) the Beach Boardwalk, steps from all the theme park rides, food stands and live bands.

All rooms are suites, with full-sized fridges, stoves, microwaves and (probably most importantly) coffeemakers.

This place made American Historic Inns’ 10 Most Romantic Inns in America’ list. And we heartily concur.

Kites and hang-gliders and sand dunes. Oh, my! Hard to find a better spot, just off scenic Highway 1 and around the bend from Marina State Beach.

Free WiFi? You know it.

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.

On a quiet street a 5-min walk from Lovers Point, or take the 25-min scenic walk to the famous aquarium.

A touch of Cape-Cod charm just steps from the pristine beaches of the Monterey Peninsula.

Unique homey, bungalow-style rooms with a neighborhood feel in the heart of the Monterey Bay Peninsula on the serene Central Cali coast.

Tucked away at the edge of a forest, yet just a few miles from all the action in Santa Cruz.

Pacific Avenue locale drops ya smack dab between downtown and the boardwalk (both within strolling distance!).