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.

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

Super accessible location close to OC airport and South Coast Plaza.

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.

Breakfast is comped. Good morning!

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

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

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.

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.)

Revamped property transformed from motel to Cali-casual digs.

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

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

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

Free parking means you're not stuck tracking down a spot.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

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