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

Revamped property transformed from motel to Cali-casual digs.

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

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

A 10-ish-min drive to the Irvine Spectrum Center, home to a dizzying number of dining options, shops, and even a Ferris wheel.

Playful design mixes casual surfing-themed art with upscale touches.

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

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

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

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

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

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

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

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

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.

Hotel pool for when you feel like getting splashy.

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

Relax, early riser. Breakfast’s included.

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

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

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

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

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

Can you live without free WiFi? Sure. Do you want to? Nope. So they've got it.

Hey hey, free breakfast every day.

The proximity to shopping, freeways and Disneyland (15-min!) makes our stay M-I-C-K-Efficient.

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

I-405 access puts us 20-min from a little mom-and-pop shop called Disneyland!

Relax, early riser. Breakfast’s included.