Beach Cities Orange County

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Laguna Beach is a seaside resort city located in southern Orange County, California, United States.
Beach Cities Orange County
Beach Cities Orange County
Beach Cities Orange County
Beach Cities Orange County

Where to stay in Beach Cities Orange County

Balboa Peninsula

Balboa Peninsula

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Primarily residential with commercial areas, the Balboa Peninsula encloses Newport Harbor and features Balboa Village and Balboa Peninsula Point. Enjoy attractions like Balboa Fun Zone, Balboa Pier, and The Wedge, while easily accessing nearby islands via bridges and ferries.

Balboa Peninsula
"View of the bluffs above Crystal Cove State Park located between Newport Beach and Laguna Beach, California"

Newport Coast

5/5(6 area reviews)

Newport Coast is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Pelican Hill Golf Course and Crystal Cove State Park while in the area.

Newport Coast
Wooden boardwalk in Balboa island, Newport Beach

Balboa Island

Harborside community with a picturesque paved boardwalk, Balboa Island offers small businesses, restaurants, and local crafts along Marine Avenue. Accessible via bridge, ferry, and public docks.

Balboa Island
Panorama of Southern California coastline.  View of the marina coastal access to the harbor from a rocky cliff. Corona Del Mar, Newport Beach, California

Corona del Mar

Discover cliffside views, tide pools, and beaches like Corona del Mar State Beach and Crystal Cove State Park. Stroll through village shops and visit landmarks such as Sherman Library and Gardens.

Corona del Mar
West Newport

West Newport

While visiting West Newport, you might make a stop by sights like Balboa Peninsula Beaches and Mother’s Beach.

West Newport
Aerial Dana Point taken from Capistrano Beach

Capistrano Beach

4/5(9 area reviews)

Capistrano Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Doheny State Beach and South Day Use Beach.

Capistrano Beach
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

4 out of 5
325 Bristol Street Costa Mesa CA
The price is CA $159 per night from May 14 to May 15
CA $159
CA $177 total
May 14 - May 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Costa Mesa. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,240 reviews)
The property is aesthetically stunning, the staff- impeccable service. It is not far from a beach or eateries. Great. Not great: I believe this hotel has severe mold issues. The restaurant smells really bad (I mentioned it to one of the staff) as I’ve lived through mold issues. The room I was in, ...

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach

4 out of 5
1107 Jamboree Rd Newport Beach CA
The price is CA $273 per night from May 18 to May 19
CA $273
CA $377 total
May 18 - May 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
Clean room, nice amenities, good location

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
Pacific Edge Hotel

Pacific Edge Hotel

3 out of 5
647 South Coast Highway Laguna Beach CA
The price is CA $256 per night from May 11 to May 12
CA $256
CA $339 total
May 11 - May 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Laguna Beach. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,475 reviews)
The hotel is outdated; room descriptions and pictures are vastly different than the actual rooms (not in a good way), hotel tries to charge you for every little thing, did not have hot water, rust everywhere, several buildings are not handicap accessible, very overpriced for what you get.

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

Pacific Edge Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
San Clemente Inn

San Clemente Inn

3 out of 5
2600 Avenida Del Presidente San Clemente CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in San Clemente. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,524 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

San Clemente Inn
Marriott's Newport Coast Villas

Marriott's Newport Coast Villas

4 out of 5
23000 Newport Coast Drive Newport Beach CA
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pelican Hill Golf Course and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
We were blown away by how amazing this place was. We can’t wait to come back!

Reviewed on May 3, 2026

Marriott's Newport Coast Villas
Capistrano Surfside Inn

Capistrano Surfside Inn

3 out of 5
34680 Coast Highway Dana Point CA
Book a stay at this beach condo in Dana Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Doheny State Beach and Dana Point Harbor ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (184 reviews)
Great staff, location and accommodations!

Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Capistrano Surfside Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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