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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall palm trees and a high-rise building.
A modern bar area with a circular bar counter, surrounded by orange chairs and a round table.
A modern indoor space with a sofa, ottomans, and chairs arranged around a central table. Large windows provide views of lush greenery outside.
A bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a staircase leading up to it.

1. Pendry Newport Beach

Pendry Newport Beach
Newport Center
United States
Alexander
CA $441
CA $605 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Pendry Newport Beach
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An outdoor dining area with a central fire feature, surrounded by tables and chairs, with umbrellas and a view of the ocean.
A restaurant with a view of the beach, large windows, and a ceiling light fixture.
A spacious lobby with a central table, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

2. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
Monarch Beach
United States
Ryan
CA $1,120
CA $1,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
A beachfront restaurant with tables and chairs, large windows with wooden frames, and a view of the ocean.
A table with a meal, including a burger, fries, and drinks, by a window overlooking the ocean.
A dining table with seafood dishes, a glass of wine, and a view of the ocean through large wooden doors.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a canopy structure.

3. Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach
Pearl District
United States
Joseph
CA $1,153
CA $1,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Surf & Sand Laguna Beach
A coastal town with beachfront properties, a beach, and a mountain backdrop.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a clear sky.
A coastal view with a well-maintained lawn, outdoor seating area, and a fire pit.
An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beachfront, and a pool area.

4. Montage Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach
South Laguna
United States
Alyssa
CA $1,169
CA $1,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Montage Laguna Beach
A resort with a swimming pool, golf course, and ocean view.
A restaurant with round tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.
A resort with a swimming pool, sun loungers, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
A restaurant with a long table, chairs, hanging baskets, and a view of the ocean.

5. The Resort at Pelican Hill

The Resort at Pelican Hill
Newport Coast
United States
Ahmed
CA $1,441
CA $1,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Resort at Pelican Hill
A patio with two chairs, a fire feature, and a view of a hillside with houses and palm trees.
A luxurious dining area with a view of the ocean, elegant furniture, and a grand staircase.
A coastal hotel with a beachfront view, featuring a large building with a red-tiled roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A coastal view from a balcony with a curved balustrade overlooking a sandy beach and ocean.

6. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Monarch Beach
United States
Jessica
CA $1,070
CA $1,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
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CA $346 total
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Nestled against the Santa Ana Mountains, this planned community offers serene hiking trails around O'Neill Regional Park and Trabuco Canyon. Families gather at the lakeside beach club while mountain bikers tackle the Patriot Trail for spectacular views of Saddleback Mountain.

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A residential area with a large body of water, surrounded by houses and palm trees, with mountains in the background.

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Five Star Hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita

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What are the best 5-star hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Offering exceptional amenities and services, Expedia customers rate Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club as among the best 5-star hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita. You'll be immersed in a world of luxury from the moment you step into the lobby.
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