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

Revamped property transformed from motel to Cali-casual digs.

Breakfast is comped. Good morning!

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

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

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

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

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

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

Those cookies though.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hotel pool for when you feel like getting splashy.

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

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.

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

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!).

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

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

In the heart of Seal Beach, a short walk to Main Street and the water.

Biz & leisure travelers alike will dig the free WiFi.

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

Hey hey, free breakfast every day.