Bohemian surf cove
Perched on the cliffs, guests gather under sun-drenched plaster arches, listening to vintage reel-to-reel soundscapes while looking over the Pacific.
“This beautifully reimagined property is both an homage to the area’s bohemian history, and a beautiful representation of its modern moment.”
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Clay-fired tiles, textured plaster walls, and custom woodwork shaped with the curves of classic surfboards.
Notable
Oceanfront balconies, custom SkLO vanity fixtures, Kassandra Thatcher lighting, and Canyon Coffee pour-overs in every room.
Listed
Perched over Main Beach with vintage vinyl soundscapes and art celebrating Laguna Beach surf culture.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The interiors embrace warm minimalism over coastal clichés, letting the Pacific handle decoration through expansive windows.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set directly on the craggy coastline, the hotel is a five-minute walk from downtown art galleries, dining, and Heisler Park trails.
The rooms
Custom curved beds nod to vintage surfboard shaping, while selected oceanfront rooms open onto private balconies catching salt air sunsets.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Daybeds and curtained cabanas line the brick terrace, where the cliffside swimming pool looks straight over Main Beach.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Morning coffee in the lounge gives way to natural wines, mezcal, and warm baked cookies from Rye Goods.
How it began
A 2024 transformation reimagined the 1980s cliffside inn, drawing inspiration from Laguna Beach's counter-culture heritage of artists and surfboard craftspeople.
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How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.