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.

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

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

An easy stroll to the ocean. Park the car for free and flip-flop on over.

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.

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

Breakfast is comped. Good morning!

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

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.

Revamped property transformed from motel to Cali-casual digs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.)

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

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

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

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

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.

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

Relax, early riser. Breakfast’s included.

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

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

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

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.