Directly across the street from the sun and surf of Doheny State Beach.

Hotel pool for when you feel like getting splashy.

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

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

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

Classic SoCal Spanish style off the 5 with easy access to town, the beach or Camp Pendleton. Semper Fi!

Microwaves and mini-fridges keep leftovers from going to waste.

Relaxed, modern SoCal style feels like your own private beach town apartment.

An escape of a resort, built in the '40s in the Mission style and once serving as an artist colony. Let your creativity thrive.

Freebie shuttle is the way to go – to/from Orange County Airport

Just 2 short miles to the Cali beaches – 4 to Newport Pier. Go early and make a day of it.

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

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

Rooms take ya back to the romantic Victorian era (without forgoing mod cons like oversized marble showers, WiFi + gas fireplaces).

Get your nom on at the generous – and free – hot breakfast buffet.

If you slept any closer to the beach, you’d wake up with sand in your hair. Trust us, these beds are way better.

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

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

Nearby Route 133 gets ya to stellar OC beaches in a flash (but feel free to just hit the chill onsite pool if you don’t wanna go far).

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

Sophisticated modern hotel in the heart of O.C., the garden setting on a man-made lake adds to the peaceful vibe.

Steps(!) from(!) the beach(!), with chairs, umbrellas and towels ready to roll.

The beach? Well look at that – it’s just across the street.

The name says it all – the beach is just across the road, and you’re only 2 miles from Dana Point.

Fancy a dip? Pop into the hotel pool.

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

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Here, they say it’s free (‘cause it is).

Gratis shuttle + proximity to John Wayne International make for hassle-free adventuring.

Each spacious suite includes a pull-out sofa and a sleek, fully equipped kitchen.

Spot-on location minutes from the Anaheim Convention Center, Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland (3 blocks away!).