We stayed here for a few days recently celebrating our anniversary. 5 stars mainly for the service…read moreand hospitality of Bachir and Esmeralda. They are so kind and made sure our stay was a pleasant one. The hotel itself is right on the sand. There's beautiful views all throughout the hotel and from the rooms. The location is perfect and close walking distance from many great dining spots. You want to walk whenever possible because parking is a bit stressful and walking allows you to enjoy all that Laguna Beach has to offer. One of my favorite things about the room was being able to open the windows and sliding door to the beautiful ocean breeze. It's the best! (We couldn't do that for a portion of our stay because a couple of the neighbors continued to smoke. Not the hotel's fault because it is non-smoking but we were bummed that we kept smelling it in our room.) The room was nice, quaint and clean in general. For the price per night, I would say it might be due for some up keep just from normal wear and tear, such as new pillows and things like that. It wasn't super fancy or anything but the location of it offered beautiful views! The hotel and staff are lovely overall. We would genuinely stay here again.

Parking is a challenge, but that is pretty much table stakes in this area…read more While our room was not in the best location. (That's probably putting it nicely as we were just off the main street and as far away from the sea as possible without standing on the sidewalk.) The room itself was basic but met our needs, though the AC/unit was... different. It was a little floor unit connected to a dryer-vent-style hose that went into the wall. Other than that and some noisy guests and traffic from the street, it worked for me for our weekend. We didn't use the pool or partake in the breakfast, so I cannot comment on those, but the property itself seemed well maintained and they put chairs and umbrellas on the beach when the tide goes out. The uppermost balcony is a great spot to sit or stand in the morning to listen to the waves crash and follow sea birds or spot the occasional dolphin or crazy ocean swimmers. I would go get coffee and spend a few minutes up there each morning. Once you've got your parking spot, it is pretty easy to walk to a lot of places in town -- restaurants, shops and larger beaches -- and there is a shuttle that comes by periodically. There was a parade in town during the time we were there, so those seemed infrequent and nearly always packed with people. Bring comfortable shoes. We were fortunate to get a parking spot on the main hotel grounds. There is a secondary lot pretty close by, and they will give you directions and a map to its location at the front desk. I would not bring a large vehicle (no big trucks or Suburban/Ford Excursion-sized vehicles) since I doubt you'd fit into the small spots in either of the lots.

My husband and I spent two amazing nights here during the week. It got pretty busy at the inn as…read moreit was spring break. The service was excellent and can see that staff takes great care and attention to making sure everything is taken care of. We very much appreciated all the amenities this inn had to offer such as the welcome drink, evening cookies (delicious!), sauna, sunblock at the pool, towels, lovely breakfast.. all complimentary (breakfast with resort fee). We also appreciated the 10% military discount. We stayed in room 23 which was a standard queen bed with garden view and liked that spot because it felt central, private, and quiet. The room is on the smaller side but it was fine. It does not have a fridge but they provide an ice bucket. We ended up putting our bottled waters on top of the AC box and that kept it cool. Being that the inn is beautifully historic, there weren't many outlets inside the room. The bath robes were very plush. Both lamp shade knobs didn't seem to turn properly but we made it work somehow. Otherwise, we felt well taken care of throughout our stay and so glad we came. Aside from the inn, there is a walk to get to Victoria Beach. We walked south along Coast Highway to Victoria Place and found the underpass from there. We also took the free trolley outside of the hotel to get around town. It could be quite a wait for the trolley as we waited 30 mins. There is a QR code on the sign to track the trolley locations.

My boyfriend and I loved our stay at Casa Laguna. The hotel itself wasn't super busy and we had the…read morepool to ourselves for much of the day - they even have complimentary sun bum SPF! The staff were friendly and attentive while we hung out at the pool. They even offered us a free upgrade for the jacuzzi wellness spa which comes with a whole bottle of champagne! The rooms had character, a comfy bed, and came equipped with many fun bar items for purchase. It was a bit musty but I think that is expected with being so close to the beach. One of my favorite parts of the hotel that was unexpected was the free breakfast. The breakfast was seated with a server where we had many options from a delicious, light, and healthy menu. Definitely recommend Casa Laguna for a celebration, staycation, or a relaxing weekend getaway. :)

We went for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon and had a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly,…read morewelcoming, and attentive throughout our meal. I had the tomato risotto, which was flavorful and cooked to perfection. The fish tacos were also very good. One pleasant surprise was the salsa--it was fresh, flavorful, and had an authentic homemade taste. The mango turmeric lemonade tasted fresh, healthy, and refreshing. What truly made this dining experience special, though, were the magnificent views overlooking the ocean waves. The beautiful scenery elevated the entire meal and made it a memorable experience.

For the reputation and pricing of Surf & Sand, this experience was extremely disappointing…read more The staff was professional and courteous throughout my stay, which makes it even more frustrating that the overall experience fell so far short. My room appeared to be next to what sounded like a utility or service room, and there was loud equipment noise running throughout the entire night. Sleeping was nearly impossible. I reached out to the hotel by both text and email after my stay and was told the matter would be looked into. It has now been over a week with no follow-up or resolution whatsoever. For the rates Surf & Sand charges, guests should not be placed in rooms with constant overnight noise issues, and concerns should certainly not be ignored afterward. Very disappointing experience from a hotel that presents itself as a luxury property.

What a lovely hotel and resort! There is a balcony off the lobby area where you can enjoy an after…read morecocktail with amazing views! We did not stay at the property but stopped in for a cocktail and views. Easy valet parking and great wait/bar staff. Love it here!

Beautiful views from the Montage. There is a lighted walkway, beach access, and plenty of benches…read moreto enjoy the view. The bathrooms were open and clean. Public parking is available for a fee.

I can't say enough good things about this hotel and their incredible staff. Unfortunately, I had to…read morecancel my stay due to a family emergency, and during such a difficult time, the kindness and understanding they showed meant everything to me. A special thank you to the manager Cole, who truly went above and beyond. Despite the cancellation policy, they took the time to listen, showed genuine compassion, and helped arrange a full refund. That level of care and humanity is rare, and it did not go unnoticed. While I wasn't able to stay this time, this experience alone has made me a loyal customer. I will absolutely be booking here in the future and recommending this hotel to friends and family. Thank you again for your empathy and outstanding service during a very difficult moment.

Excellent location! Very close to main beach and a lot of happening places in Laguna Beach! very…read morecheerful front desk staff! Clean, comfortable nice sized rooms. Short walk to the beach. Enjoyed the warm cookies at 6 PM ! great Jacuzzi! Cable options could be better but we were able to TV connect to improve that situation. We only watch TV because it rained one of the days. Definitely would stay here again.

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Loma. The hotel's vibe is chill, relaxed, and comfortable. You can…read moreenjoy a beautiful ocean/beach view from the balconies, lobby, and roof deck. The staff was friendly and attentive. The location is amazing - it's a short walk to downtown Laguna Beach for restaurants, coffee shops, galleries, and shops. You can take the beach path on the ocean side of the hotel (there are a lot of stairs) or take the sidewalk on the street side of the hotel. We stayed in the Sunset Suite on the 5th (top) floor. The view from the room and balcony was incredible, especially at sunset. The room was very nicely decorated and extremely comfortable. The bed, pillows, and towels were perfect and felt very luxurious. The cleaning staff did an exceptional job - everything was spotless and nicely tidied up.

Pros - Beautiful location with great views…read more- Cookies at 6pm - Welcome drink - Common area is cute Cons - expensive for what you get, toothbrush is $12 if you forget one - Only give you 1 soap bar in the shower for your entire stay - Rooms are run down: stains on couches, carpet coming up on the edges, damaged walls not properly fixed - Ants invaded our room but luckily we were able to switch to a higher floor - Balcony doors didn't lock on lower floor making us nervous so we switched rooms - Man with "ladies of the night" showed up to book a room late night so would be careful if you plan to bring kids - Parking would've been $75 a night if we had a car - Limited menu and bar options and limited amenities - Water is not in room but you can get some at the lobby - Bed only comes with 1 comforter - Offered frozen grapes at the pool that were all moldy - Charged $40 a day for amenity fee for moldy grapes? Overall this hotel has such potential due to beautiful views and truly an amazing location making it easy to walk and explore but really needs major help. I wish they would put more money into maintaining the rooms since we were paying $700 a night it just didn't seem worth it to us, felt like a hotel that should've been half the price if that. Wouldn't stay here again in the future or recommend at all but enjoyed the views and location. Left feeling underwhelmed and disappointed.

I felt so welcomed here from the moment we arrived. The valet parking was easy and the staff was…read moreincredibly attentive. The service was amazing the entire time we were there. We originally sat inside, but asked to move outside because the view was just too beautiful to pass up. The green mountains made it feel like we were on vacation somewhere tucked away in the mountains. I ordered the burger and it was absolutely delicious -- thick, juicy patty with super yummy fries. My boyfriend ordered the chicken sandwich and it was honestly to die for. I also got an iced latte and it was perfect. Even the color of it looked beautiful and tasted just as good. Everything from the atmosphere to the food and service made this such a great experience. Can't wait to come back!

Came for golf, stayed for the restaurant... and Kaden…read more Didn't even hit a good shot all day, but somehow still left happy because Kaden works in the restaurant and runs it like it's the Masters. Bro's taking orders, serving food, and still finding time to chirp my terrible swing from across the room. Rest of the staff was ehh but they have a gem on their team.

Cristo was an amazing server and truly made our experience at Larson's exceptional. He gave great…read morefood and drink recommendations and made us (and the tables around us) feel welcomed and relaxed. Friendly, attentive, and professional; ask for Cristo when you visit!

The vibe is wonderful at this ocean side restaurant. Great food, fancy drinks and excellent…read moreservice. The bar is huge and the views are wonderful. Once you go, you know.

Omg such an amazing place to stay! We had a trip with my mom and sister and we enjoyed the views!!…read moreOur place was clean we had tones of pillows, blankets, towels! The location was so close to everything; beach access grocery store less than three minutes of a walk away. We will definitely be back

Disappointing for the price point. The kitchen was a nightmare--grill doesn't work, only 2 out of 4…read moreburners function, knives are dull, and the "fully equipped" space isn't stocked with basics like oil or a baking pan. What is provided? A sad collection of cheap, warped plastic utensils. To top it off, the sink is partially blocked, there is some black mold on the ceiling, and there's peeling paint on the walls. The remote for the sound system doesn't work, and the rugs are filthy. The hose on the deck by the beach to clean off your feat has 2 inches of sand on it so you come out with dirtier feet than when you walked in. It's shocking to encounter this level of neglect at this premium price point. The saving graces are the truly spectacular view of the beach, and easy beach access during low tide. Beds are comfortable enough. Overall, certainly underwhelming for the price point, but despite not meeting our expectations we enjoyed our stay. With just a little more effort this place could really shine.

I booked through a third-party so maybe that's why my request for "quietest room" got ignored?…read more When I checked in, they told me I would be in room 105. I asked if I could be moved to a second floor room and explained that I had already requested a quiet room. (First-floor rooms tend to be riddled with over-head noise.) I was assured that room 105 was quiet. It wasn't. Not at all. Not even a little. Since I doubt a herd of elephants was staying in the room above me (what it sounded like) I am convinced the floors and walls are paper thin. Room 105 is right next door to the housekeeping room (also not quiet). AND the parking for check-in is directly in front of the room. Again, not quiet. The location is AMAZING! Two stars for that! My room was dated, but very clean. One star for that.

Paid for a suite with kitchen and while we liked the fridge and microwave, we experienced some…read morepretty big issues with the room itself. The overall look and feel of the room was extremely dated, think 70s vibe, and we could barely get in/out of the shower because it was so tiny. Lastly, we had someone in the next room who was experiencing some pretty horrid sleep apnea so we didn't get any sleep because the walls were paper thin and could hear his every attempt at breathing to stay alive. The location being so close to Shaw's was nice but we'll likely avoid this place going forward and will probably look at South Laguna.