Newport Beach’s only waterfront AAA Four-Diamond and Forbes Four-Star Resort – with the upscale vibe and resort amenities to prove it.

John Wayne – the airport, not the cowboy-actor – is right across the 405 freeway. This means that the beach isn’t far away either.

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

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

Local artist murals bump up the SoCal vibe.

Hotel pool for when you feel like getting splashy.

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

Nails the breezy-beachy thing, from the Spanish-style architecture to ocean-view decks.

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.

A reimagined local icon set on 87-acres & surrounded by Insta-worthy canyon views.

Freebie shuttle is the way to go – and not just to/from the airport. It’ll zip you around anywhere within a 5-mile radius.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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).

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.

Newport Beach’s only waterfront AAA Four-Diamond and Forbes Four-Star Resort – with the upscale vibe and resort amenities to prove it.

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

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

Full kitchen? Yup. Plus, your private terrace boasts a BBQ if you’re in the mood to do a li’l alfresco cooking.

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

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

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

Ocean view balcony treats you to low-whistle views of the coastline, best enjoyed adult bevvie in hand.

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

Just a block from Crescent Beach and the free trolley. (Borrow beach towels, chairs and umbrellas from the front desk!)

Free hot breakfast includes waffles!