Beach Cities Orange County Travel Guide

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Laguna Beach showing a coastal town, landscape views and flowers
Laguna Beach featuring landscape views, a coastal town and a beach
Huntington Beach featuring landscape views, swimming and a sandy beach
Huntington Beach showing general coastal views and a sandy beach
Laguna Beach

Where to stay in Beach Cities Orange County

Newport Beach which includes signage and a monument

Balboa Peninsula

5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers to Balboa Peninsula praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Balboa Beach and Balboa Pier.

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Balboa Island

Balboa Island is well liked for its beaches and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Balboa Pier and Newport Dune are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Balboa Island
Crystal Cove State Park showing a house and general coastal views

Newport Coast

5/5(1 area review)

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

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Corona del Mar

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Corona del Mar. You might want to make time for a stop at Corona del Mar State Beach or Pelican Hill Golf Course.

Corona del Mar
Newport Beach which includes signage and a monument

West Newport

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

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Capistrano Beach

5/5(1 area review)

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
Pendry Newport Beach

Pendry Newport Beach

4.5 out of 5
690 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$656 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
AU$656
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (400 reviews)
"Great hotel, but lots of fees that was charged upon checkout. Valet is also a bit steep."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Pendry Newport 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 AU$238 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$238
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,861 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House

3 out of 5
475 N Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA
The price is AU$523 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$523
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Laguna Beach. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Unique vibe, loved the wine house and fresh baked cookies. Pool was quiet and central"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Laguna Beach House
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,314 reviews)
"This is an older property but it is well-maintained. The rooms are spacious, decorated nicely and very comfortable. The kitchenette has a fridge, dishwasher, cooktop, plenty of dishes, glasses, cups, utencils, a toaster and blender, etc. The queen bedroom plus two single murphy beds in the living ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

San Clemente Inn
Entire Boardwalk Home on the Beach in Newport Beach with Beautiful Views

Entire Boardwalk Home on the Beach in Newport Beach with Beautiful Views

Newport Beach
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Newport Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Huntington Beach Pier and Newport ...
10/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
"My family and I stayed at this home for 3 nights and we definitely would have wanted to stay longer. The house is in a perfect location exactly where we wanted to be. The home is exactly as described and Joey was extremely quick to respond to any of our needs. We liked it so much that we have already ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Entire Boardwalk Home on the Beach in Newport Beach with Beautiful Views
Capistrano Surfside Inn

Capistrano Surfside Inn

3 out of 5
34680 Coast Highway, Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, CA
Stay at this 3-star 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! (159 reviews)
"Beautiful resort, great family stay, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

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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