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STAY DINE location atop a blu˜ near Heisler Park overlooking Main Beach. In-room spa services and a daily wine reception with wines from around the world are available to guests. SHOP ARTS PLAY book library, board games and complimentary movies available to guests. service with ocean views, this exclusive rental community is perfect for a relaxing getaway. La Casa del Camino 1289 S. Coast Hwy. 949-497-2446 lacasadelcamino.com Opened in 1929, the historic La Casa del Camino o˜ ers guests a Mediterranean-style setting by the Laguna coast. With cozy guest rooms and beachinspired decor, the boutique hotel is best for business travelers and couples. Additionally, guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and bar, and direct access to the beach. Laguna Surf 611 S. Coast Hwy. 949-497-6299 x401 lagunasurf.org Twenty-fi ve one-bedroom condos featuring a full kitchen, fi replace, balcony and barbecue are part of this unique timeshare resort. On a space-available basis, Laguna Surf rents units to the general public with a two-night minimum stay. Guests can access the beach via a stairway and enjoy an observation deck with seating areas, a whirlpool spa, laundry facilities and a community lounge. Seaside Laguna Inn & Suites 1661 S. Coast Hwy. 949-494-9717 seasidelagunainn.com At Seaside Laguna Inn & Suites, guests can book a newly renovated room or suite with basic amenities that include air conditioning, free wireless Internet, ocean views and personal refrigerators. Simple and a˜ ordable, the small inn o˜ ers a location that is unbeatable—just steps away from the beach. Laguna Beach Inn 2020 S. Coast Hwy. 949-494-5450 thelagunabeachinn.com Located across from the beaches of Woods Cove, the Laguna Beach Inn o˜ ers a dogfriendly environment perfect for families. Several room types are available, ranging from a standard with a king-sized bed to a two-bedroom, twobathroom townhouse with a fully equipped kitchen. Manzanita Cottages 732 Manzanita Dr. 800-790-5107 manzanitacottages.com For a storybook setting, reserve an Old World-style cottage or studio apartment at Manzanita Cottages in a residential part of town. Quiet and hidden away from the bustle of the beach and downtown shops, the whimsical accomodations are perfect for a romantic weekend or family vacation. Laguna Riviera 825 S. Coast Hwy. 949-494-1196 lagunariviera.com From oceanfront studios with Jacuzzi tubs to one-bedroom suites, the family-owned Laguna Riviera features 41 spacious rooms with fi replaces, private decks and spectacular views. ˛ e hotel o˜ ers guests private access to the beach, as well as a heated indoor saltwater pool, sauna and hot tub. Pacifi c Edge Hotel 647 S. Coast Hwy. 949-281-5709 pacifi cedgehotel.com Located just steps from the sand, the Pacifi c Edge Hotel boasts oceanfront rooms with balconies that extend over the waves. With two popular onsite restaurants and numerous amenities that include a cabana featuring private oceanfront spa services, two heated pools, express shopping services and beach butlers, the hotel o˜ ers a luxury boutique experience for families or couples. Laguna Shores 419 N. Coast Hwy. 949-494-8521 thegoodlifelaguna.com From its location atop the oceanfront cli˜ s, Laguna Shores o˜ ers guests sweeping views of Main Beach. Ideal for families, the hotel’s studio and one-bedroom suites feature fully equipped kitchens and kitchenettes; a community recreation room is home to a Retreat in Laguna, ° e 729 Gaviota Dr. 949-613-5545 theretreatinlaguna.com Just a few blocks from Laguna’s historic district, The Retreat is an intimate Tuscany-style village, offering eight distinct villas for rental. Combining five-star Sunset Cove Villas 683 Sleepy Hollow Ln. 949-376-5396 sunsetcove.com Guests at Sunset Cove Villas enjoy private access to Sleepy Hollow Beach, among other amenities. Eight distinct villas o˜ er one-, two- or threebedroom accommodations with fully equipped kitchens. Surf & Sand Resort 1555 S. Coast Hwy. 949-497-4477 surfandsandresort.com Oceanfront accommodations at Surf & Sand Resort provide guests with sweeping views of the Pacifi c. O˜ ering an on-site restaurant, two bars, a spa and 167 rooms, including 13 suites with private balconies, the hotel is an ideal place to relax by the beach, indulge in seaside cuisine or sip an artisanal cocktail while watching the sun set. SOUTH LAGUNA Montage Laguna Beach 30801 S. Coast Hwy. 949-715-6000 montagelagunabeach.com ˛ is fi ve-star gem at Treasure Island features 248 elegantly appointed rooms and suites with upscale amenities that include plush bathrobes, feather-top beds and twice-daily housekeeping. With on-site options for casual or fi ne dining, shopping, lounging by the pool or pampering at the spa, Montage Laguna Beach is the ultimate resort escape for families, couples or business travelers. Ranch at Laguna Beach, ° e 31106 S. Coast Hwy. 949-499-2271 theranchatlagunabeach.com Enjoy the best of both worlds at ˛ e Ranch at Laguna Beach: A canyon landscape creates a picturesque backdrop for the property, while the crashing waves of the Pacifi c beckon guests from just a few hundred yards away. A wide variety of accommodations are available, from guest rooms and suites to studios and cottages. Travelodge Laguna Beach 30806 S. Coast Hwy. 949-499-2227 travelodge.com/lagunabeach Recently renovated in 2011, Travelodge Laguna Beach o˜ ers a prime location opposite Treasure Island Beach. Guests can enjoy complimentary Internet access, continental breakfast and use of an outdoor pool and business center at this budget-friendly hotel. OTHER Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel, ° e 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Laguna Niguel 949-240-2000 ritzcarlton.com/lagunaniguel Atop a 150-foot blu˜ , the award-winning Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel is a quiet sanctuary for rest and relaxation. ˛ e pet-friendly resort o˜ ers daily yoga and Pilates classes overlooking the ocean and shuttle service to and from nearby Salt Creek Beach. St. Regis Monarch Beach, ° e 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point 949-234-3200 stregismb.com Receiving Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond ratings several years in a row, ˛ e St. Regis Monarch Beach is home to the award-winning Spa Gaucin, the 18-hole Monarch Beach Golf Links and six ocean-view restaurants, including Michael Mina’s Stonehill Tavern. Guests can enjoy luxury accommodations in a family-friendly setting as well as access to an exclusive private beach club. 46 SUMMER 2014 CITY GUIDE LBCG-Summer2014-STAY-eV2-e.indd 46 6/16/14 11:05 AM