[[HIGHLIGHT]]We frequent the lobby bar and it used to be one of my favorite places to go on the weekend. The property is beautiful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, the service here has been always slow. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I usually overlook it as the overall experience had been acceptable and I liked the view.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Unfortunately, this may be my last time here. We had a waitress, Paige, who was horrible. There was practically no service. We had to walk over each time to ask for snacks and even had to walk to the bar to pay our bill since she never collected the check and was no where to be found. The worst part of the experience is we mentioned our request to close out our tab to a manager (after 25 minutes of waiting for the waitress to come by and collect our card) -- he was unfortunately just as aloof and just said "ok we will close out" and walked away, without addressing the issue at hand. The ritz and monarch has been much superior in overall service. You should take your business to the other resorts nearby instead of this place. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Good place, beautiful view on ocean and around[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Fresh food Amazing coffee And also they provide good service read more

Montage Lobby Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

While visiting our friends who were vacationing at the Montage we stopped by the lobby lounge to get some drinks and iced coffee for me. [[HIGHLIGHT]]What a beautiful spot to sit and relax and enjoy a glass of wine or drinks.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] In my case iced coffee. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service was friendly and the ambiance wonderful[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Even if you are not staying at the hotel you can still enjoy a drink or food here as a guest. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Can't leave this place without catching a sunset and a yummy dessert.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We've been coming here for years as this was our playground. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The pool was being renovated so the backdrop isn't as nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service was a bit slower that day but the yummy hazelnut dessert made up for it. We will always come back. read more

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James Bond is known to visit the Montage Lobby Lounge for a Dirty Martini, "shaken, not stirred" whenever he finds himself on holiday in SoCal. [[HIGHLIGHT]]While you wait for him to arrive, take a breath of fresh air on the balcony and enjoy the glorious views overlooking the Pacific.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Warm up inside, next to the piano. Say hello to Steve, a pianist, playing a rendition of a classic tune or a modern interpretation of a mainstream pop song[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Not sure if he's a secret agent or just a sharply-dressed savant that plays exceptionally well. Either way, it's a great a cover. Scan the barcode that rests on the piano, there is a link to his website which allows you to request songs. Ask for Mambo No. 5 to set the mood. Accept the offer for some nibbles when the waiter stops by for your order. They are delicious and will nicely compliment your drink. Order an Old-Fashioned, or the Penicillin without looking at the menu to partake in the espionage theme. You'll look like you know your way around the place. Enjoy! [[HIGHLIGHT]] Send a drink to the attractive women sitting at the bar by herself. Wait 5 minutes then carefully approach her and ask if you got it right[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Apologize for being late to the blind date then explain that a bad actor kept you from arriving on time. Life is an adventure, go out, explore, take risk, and live it as if it were a movie you were creating! Tip: Here is the piano man's playlist catalog to request a song. Make sure you get that special song ready for that special person. https://www.streamersonglist.com/t/stevesiupiano/songs read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Since I'm local to the area what I love about the Montage Lobby Lounge is that it's still inviting if you want to come for drinks and a view.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff are very friendly and welcoming if you're just a guest for a few hours and not staying at property. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view is beautiful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Enjoy when there is a pianist as well - it's so perfect with a cocktail and with the view.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love hanging out here and enjoying the beautiful view[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and the cocktails are PRICY!! I'm having the limoncello martini with bar snacks. Sitting outside on 11/28/24 Happy Thanksgiving read more

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Truly, an amazing top-tier experience from the amazing location, gorgeous views of Laguna Beach, well trained, professional and friendly staff. It's an absolute must to visit. read more

Went here for afternoon tea. They have a lot of food and offer an eat and stay experience - meaning they don't rush you out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had a wonderful pianist who takes requests and plays a large variation of songs beautifully.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]In the lounge, you can just have drinks or light bites or just work there as a guest.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you want to have the afternoon tea, need to reserve in advance. They offer a lot of food. Mostly sweet over savory. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The views are incredibly from the lounge.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The day we went the service was slow and sometimes forgetful but very friendly servers that make you feel welcome. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Came here for afternoon tea and the vibes were great, stunning views, and the best food I've ever had at a tea, but you definitely pay for it![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Valet is free if you spend more than $125 which the tea alone costs more than that, so come enjoy the day at the lounge and get your money's worth. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Their high class but laid back atmosphere is very welcoming, but with that comes super slow service so expect at least 2.5-3 hours for the tea experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Shout out to Aaron who was so helpful! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]The lobby at the Montage is a rare case of an establishment where you can casually walk in, seat yourself, and enjoy a couple drinks, yet the ambiance, service, and cocktails are all top notch, in a classy-yet-casual sort of way.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]When we visited, there was a live music performer that regaled us with pleasant lounge music. Just the right volume to provide a sweet backdrop and still allow for conversation at a comfortable volume[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Our servers were attentive to the extreme, and the little cup of nuts and olives that they bring you is such a small gesture, but it really makes you feel special. Out of their wide array of options on their drink menu, we were feeling cocktails. Now, I am no connoisseur of mixology, but the bartenders at the Montage clearly know their stuff. I had a Last Word and a Sidecar, and both were simply perfect, with a charming presentation to boot. However, I must admit my priorities do not lie in drinks, but in food, and when I heard that the chocolate molten cake was to die for, I just could not leave without trying it. The chocolate was decadent, and the melted chocolate was just begging to burst through its soft cake prison. Flanked by an assortment of berries, mousses, it was a beautiful sight and a transcendental dessert experience. Although a little pricy, the Montage Lobby Lounge set itself apart by excelling in every possible aspect, and delivered an evening that was undoubtedly a step above my highest expectations. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Gorgeous views.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The service is excellent and the staff are very polite and accommodating. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambience here is romantic and to die for.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The beach walk and ambience is worth everything.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food here is excellent in taste and design. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Fast service and beautiful relaxing sitting areas.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]In the evenings there is live music although I'm not sure if it's there every night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Their creme brulee is absolutely extraordinary. A must try. I have had dinner and dessert at some of the best restaurants in the world. Their pastry chef here is incredible. The presentation, the taste, the balance between acid, sweetness, crunchiness and overall taste was truly exceptional. I think Michelin reviewers should visit the lounge here and try their creme brulee. Incredible! read more

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This review is for the seasonal afternoon tea service. We made reservations a few weeks in advance and showed up on a Sunday in December to celebrate our anniversary. The afternoon tea is in the lobby bar area. First impression was that it's casual and there was no host stand where you get greeted so you kind of have to chase down one of the servers which is a little awkward. Once they were ready for us they asked us our seat preference which included some lounge couch chairs with coffee tables and some regular sized tables. The live piano was a highlight and the pianist was excellent playing Christmas themed music as well as some newer hits. We started off with some complimentary champagne which was a pleasant surprise. The tea selection was decent. I went with the vanilla almond soufflé flavor which I highly recommend. For food we were served a tower of bite sized sandwiches. The highlight was the lobster roll. Next arrived the sweets tower. The scones were very good and paired well with the fresh strawberry jam. I was really surprised not to find any chocolate flavored pastries which I would expect to be a standard. One of the sweets was a yuzu flavored lollipop which I wasn't a fan of since yuzu is not a flavor I prefer. Service was friendly and valet was free with validation. After out afternoon tea we went for a walk on the grounds which I recommend to enjoy the ocean views from one of the benches by the paved walkway. read more

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Came in here prior to dinner with my partner & parents. We were celebrating my dad's 60th birthday. Casually walked in and was told we could sit anywhere that was open. Kat served us and was really friendly and personable. Good energy overall and made us feel welcomed and made my dad feel special for his 60th! I will say that I don't usually find myself around this type of crowd, so I tried ignoring that aspect of it, but [[HIGHLIGHT]]the views of the ocean are breathtaking which is what makes it worth it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely lots of intense botox and stuck up energy from people who were also drinking or dining here, so might not be everyone's cup of tea.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is amazing, I do love the ambience and I do like to people watch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The drinks are delicious and the staff is top notch. It's one of our favorite places to go for a quick drink read more

Food - cheese board, charcuterie, tuna tartare, coffee, fine wine and booze, and other finger foods Ambiance - classy and beautiful. read more

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A large lobby lounge that has quite the view. You can go outside and view the ocean and pool or you can stay inside and be on a couch, at a table, at the bar, or nestle up by the fireplace. There are plenty of drink options along with a snack or small items to eat in the evening. Enjoy the company of your travel companions (be it family, friends, or co-workers (hopefully ones you like)) and listen to live music until midnight. The ambience is great and while you have music and others around you, you will be pleasantly surprised that you can actually hear those in your party without everyone leaning forward and shouting. Keep in mind it is busy and a lounge so it can take some time for your order to be taken and food to come out, but the wait staff is friendly and quick with a recommendation when asked. If you have about $1,000 burning in your pockets that you want to spend on a drink you can buy the Cinque Stelle. Don't forget to tip your wait staff!! read more

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Hellllloooo beautiful! My boss told me I had to stop in for a drink. We originally made reservations at one of the restaurants but it was late afternoon and we couldn't wait. The lobby lounge has a spectacular view of the pool and property. Waitresses bring you olives and a nut/berry mixture. The cocktails are pricy but worth the experience. You can see several people stop in just to snap a photo. We parked offsite because our rental didn't quite fit in with all the range rovers and then we walked down to the beach after. Be ready - it's beautiful! read more

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This was an amazing experience and worth every penny we paid. The cocktails and service were out of this world. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The view is absolutely gorgeous.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I can't wait to visit again. read more

Loved my birthday cake and visit at the Montage! The service was amazing from the Lobby Lounge to the Spa, definitely a 10/10! Thank you all! read more

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The view is nice but service was none. Sitting there for 30 mins and Boone came by to take our offer. End up ordering drinks at the bar and a bus boy came by to take our orders and gave us the check. For the price they charged, I would take my money and go somewhere else. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great place to have a drink, wind down, and watch the sunset.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our (junior) server Donnie was wonderful! They were very busy on Christmas Day and he made us feel instantly welcome, helped us find a place to sit, and helped us get situated with an extra chair. He then served us and took excellent care of us. He has great customer service skills. We had an amazing experience! Also a callout to one of the valets named Dylan. He was great too! He remembered my name and provided an excellent parking experience. read more

Don't usually write reviews but I had to get on and say what a great experience I had at Montage today. I've been to montage a couple times but only usually sat at the bar pool. [[HIGHLIGHT]]My friend invited me to the lobby lounge for a nice atmosphere drink and wow was it beautiful and our server Kat was lovely and recommended great drinks![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had the Yuzu Bloom drink and my friend had a hazy sculpin. Both were delicious! I'd like to point out Jake for being so spot on. He brought us complimentary bar snacks and seemed so genuine and sweet. Highly recommend to anyone! read more

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An absolute phenomenal experience from beginning to end. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The piano player was amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The drinks and food are delicious. They have a special cocktail menu and some good choices. [[HIGHLIGHT]]And I love the view.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The most beautiful views in a decadent atmosphere. Perfectly made cocktails- favs were the espresso martini and sea smoke. Snacks like the salmon tartare are elegantly presented and delish (as all food at the montage is!) The pianist creates a fun vibe playing everything from classical music to Toto! read more

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This review is specifically for the weekend evenings. Come! Don't think twice, just come. Saturday night this is the place to be! Some hotel guests of course, but I'd say almost equally a ton of locals. The gentleman on the piano rocks out with reckless abandon to all the hip songs you know and love, and the whole lobby bar drunkenly joins in. We really loved the show, lol. Not to mention our drink server Olga being a rockstar. She was so funny and silly, and after we had hung out for the latter part of the evening she felt like a good friend that makes you feel remembered. Such a great nighttime atmosphere! FYI, they stop serving food at 10pm and the fun ends at midnight when the pianist takes his bow, but the evenings here never disappoint and apparently go on Mon-Sun! read more

Love. It. Here. The service is slow (I think it's so you can enjoy the atmosphere) but super friendly. They brought out a water bowl for our little dog too! We got two beers, a glass of red wine, and a kids ice cream. Total bill was ~$50 + tip. We sat on the veranda and the scene was amazing despite the rain clouds rolling in from the ocean. Someone was playing Carpenters on the piano inside and you can here live music being played down by the pool. This place is pretty luxurious. After our drinks we went on a nice walk through the resort and down to the tide pools at the beach. Thank you for the nice time. We'll keep coming back Montage. read more

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My family has lived in Laguna since 1961. Back when the plot of land called the Montage was the Treasure Island Trailor Park, where several of our high school teachers lived. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Happy to say, the beautiful Montage has kept the inviting feel of Laguna Beach by welcoming the city folk as well as tourists.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is so delightful to go for a walk at sunset, then stop in at the Lobby Lounge for a nosh and a drink.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Especially when the waiters are as excellent as our frequent waiter Kody. He is always welcoming and remembers us each time. He is a very interesting person, besides being an excellent representative of the hotel. He makes every visit feel like being greeted by a friend. So glad the corporate bosses recognize what a positve influence staff like him make on return customers and longevity in the business world. I hope you show him how he is valued. We will continue to come back. read more

I've joined large groups of people several times here and it's a beautiful place, facing the ocean and a great place for relaxing around sunset time. The wine list is full of amazing wines from all over the world. You'll find a selection of teas (cold or hot) and cocktails, all of which are delicious. The food options are limited here, but we enjoyed and shared the cheese platter and the charcuterie sliced meats, which were served with nuts, olives and honey. Great selections here. The Lobby Lounge isn't really connected to the lobby, but has a bar at one end and a wonderful pianist playing live music. A very elegant and relaxing vibe. Service was slow on the summer day we visited, but the venue was packed, so that's understandable. Valet parking is comped if you dine or drink here. read more

I have wanted to experience afternoon tea at the Montage for quite some time. The afternoon tea is only offered 2 months out of the year (December and January) and the reservations fill up rather quickly. Luckily, I was able to snag a Saturday reservation for the last tea time of the day. Firstly, I would like to say that I have been to this hotel in the past and enjoyed a wonderful lunch and a beautiful spa day. With that said, I had high expectations for the afternoon tea. Unfortunately, I felt a little letdown. Upon arrival, you make your way to the main lobby and are essentially greeted by no one. I had to go to the front desk of the hotel to seek guidance on who could assist me with my afternoon tea reservation. The friendly front desk representative guided me back to the main lobby and asked one of the waiters if he could help me. I told the gentlemen that I had a 4:00 pm tea reservation. His response to me was that my guest and I "could sit anywhere in the lobby." I was confused because I made a reservation and was told that if I missed the reservation, my credit card would be charged. This gentleman did not take my name nor assist us with a table. During this time, my guest and I stood around the busy lounge (looking pretty ridiculous) trying to find a table. After about 20 minutes of waiting, I spotted someone leaving a couch area and decided to take that open seat. When we sat down, another gentleman came to the table and gave us a regular menu. I told him that we were at the hotel for afternoon tea and did not need a regular menu. He looked at me with confusion. By this point, a lady came to our table (I presume the manager) and asked us about the tea situation. I told her what happened and she said that there was a reserved table for us in the middle of the room. I explained to her that no one guided us to the designated tea table and that we would prefer to stay seated where we were. The manager apologized to us and allowed us to stay seated in the area which we already claimed. After the seating fiasco, we were greeted by our waiter. He was very friendly and had a good understanding of the tea selections. After he reviewed the tea menu with us, I briefly let him know of my dietary restrictions. I also told him that it was noted on my reservation call. He shook his head as though he understood. We went forward and ordered the Montage Blend Black, which was decent, but not amazing. In my opinion, the 3 tiered tray of sandwiches was a little peculiar and not worth the price. As I mentioned above, I told the waiter that I had dietary restrictions (I am a vegetarian) and our tiered tray came out with mostly fish and meat sandwiches. Needless to say, I complained because I was only able to eat 2 of the sandwiches off of the tea platter. The waiter apologized profusely and brought out a vegetarian platter for me to compensate for the mix-up. To be very honest, the vegetarian platter was a joke. I have been to over 40+ afternoon teas in my life and the platter that was presented to me was probably the 2nd worst platter that I have ever had. One of the items on the vegetarian platter was a cup of salsa. Really? For a whopping $95.00 a person, you would think the platters would be exciting and top-notch, but no. I will say that the dessert platter was very good and had a nice variety of sweets. It definitely made up for the horrible finger sandwiches. I would say that the scones and clotted cream were my favorite. The macaroons were also very good. All in all, I would not say this experience was worth a total of $300.00. Maybe if a quartet sang while I ate then I could vouch for the idea, but that didn't happen. The food was below average, the tea was lukewarm, and the table situation was frustrating. I made a secondary reservation for the end of the month, but after my experience yesterday, I plan on canceling it. read more

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My experience of the high tea service at The Montage would be ranked mediocre at best. It definitely fell short of the lofty expectations I had for the panache a resort of this calibre commands. We arrived a bit early for our 4pm tea appointment. We parked at the entrance and the valets were courteous, welcoming and prompt to take our car keys in exchange for a parking voucher. We entered the beautiful interior of The Montage resort with no indication on where to go. We went to the lobby area which was allegedly where our tea was scheduled to transpire. Alas, there was no maître d' or anyone to greet us. We went to hotel front desk to inquire where we were to go for our tea reservation. We were sent right back to the lobby and told someone would help us. We flagged a waiter down who told us to grab an open chair and we'd be helped shortly. There were no tables readily available but there were a few chairs, so we grabbed them. After 20 mins elapsed, we weren't approached again about seating so I flagged down another waiter to inquire what to do. He told us to grab an open table. Grab an open table? What about our reservation? Fortunately, we saw a comfy looking couch opening up as a couple of guests had just left. We snatched it up and it was promptly bussed shortly thereafter. Our server arrived and greeted us and gave us a couple of meal menus. We told our server we were here for tea and had reservations. He left and fetched, I presume, the manager who arrived and gave us a tea menu and then placed a RESERVED plaque on our table. Not really sure what the point was of denoting our table as reserved after we'd already sat there...but ok! The manager gave us the correct tea menu and apologized for the mix up. At this point, we mentioned my girlfriend is a vegetarian and for her food to reflect that. Our friendly waiter returned and asked if I'd like the speech on what makes The Montages' tea so special. I said "Let's hear it." He proceeded to inform me that most subpar tea takes 1.5-2 minutes to properly defuse into the hot water. But here at The Montage, the tea diffuses in only 30 seconds because of it's superior quality. Woa! Expectations = HIGH! Bring on the superior tea! We ordered the the black tea and some champagne. I retired from drinking alcohol a few years ago so I took just a small sip of the champagne (which I felt had an apple cider taste to it) and then I passed it along to my girlfriend. The tea was fine, but I didn't feel it was anything particularly special. This was a big let down after the tea speech the waiter provided. Next, our finger foods arrived. The waiter started attempting to describe the items on the platter. He didn't know all of them. One of them he pointed to and said "This one is topped with...ya know...they eat it a lot in India?!" I decided to guess the dish India is probably best known for: Curry. "Yes!" the waiter exclaimed. "It's topped with curry." He then pointed out a pretzel bread stuffed with lobster. This was a problem because, as we mentioned earlier, my girlfriend is a vegetarian. We reminded him, again, that we requested a vegetarian dish and the waiter said he'd be right back with one. After a while, the waiter returned with the vegetarian order. The vegetarian dish was odd, to say the least. Most notably, there was a small shot glass sized cup filled with what can only be described as salsa. Salsa for what, exactly? I don't know. There was nothing to apply it to. We asked our waiter to confirm what the cup contained and he said "fruit." Well, tomatoes are a fruit. But onions and cilantro aren't and those were also in the fruit/salsa cup. Also on the platter was some very average hummus and veggie crust-less sandwiches. As for the non-vegan plate, it too was average. None of it blew me away. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing, either. The portions were also exceedingly small. Not that I was expecting a full on meal, but the platter looked pretty barren with our entire order on it. The saving grace was the desert portion. The scones in particular were EXCELLENT. The cream tasted fresh and thoroughly whipped. The jam, too, tasted very fresh. There were also macaroons, dark chocolate cake, cookies and some tasty almond cake. Out the door, this tea experience cost about $300. I did not think the value was there. Sure, the resort itself is beautiful and situated in a stunning location. The staff are well groomed and polite. The atmosphere is definitely upscale. But the disorganization over our reservation and where to sit, the mixups about our diet restrictions, the not knowing the details of what is being served and the quality of the same were just not worth the price in my eyes. For the price, I expect a near flawless performance from the staff and unparalleled quality from the product being served. Both were average at best and definitely below the lofty expectations I had for this establishment. read more

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I've been coming to the Montage lobby lounge since I can remember. Parents have always come here and brought us here, and I try to come with friends because it's always so homey and fun! However, this past Tuesday I went with my family to grab a drink (espresso martini) after dinner in celebration of my dads birthday and the waitress, Chelsea, was beyond enthusiastic, kind, attentive, and caring. She made our experience the best we've ever had here at the Montage. She brought out the cutest birthday dessert for my dad after briefly mentioning his birthday. It was just very thoughtful and we will never forget it. Thank you for the EXCELLENT service Chelsea. Will be back to see you! read more

Montage Lobby Lounge - Balcony at the lobby lounge. - Lounges Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

If you happen to sit at the Montage Lobby Lounge, you better hope to see Sadie and Josh behind the bar!! My MIL plans a trip down to Laguna Beach at least once a year, and we always have to make a stop at the Montage for one of her favorite views (and Spas) in SoCal. We stopped by the bar, intending to just get a single drink (for the parking validation, shhh!!) and ended up staying for 2+ hours, chatting and drinking. Josh and Sadie were both so kind, personable and attentive, we had to make a second stop on our way out of the spa the next day!! Sadie is a coffee queen and made the most delectable espresso martini! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Though it was only my second time stepping foot in the Montage, they made me feel like I was catching up with an old friend.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They deserve raises!!!! Expeditiously!!! And if you have a heart in your damn chest, try the Summer Seafoam while it's in season!!! read more

Came for the popular view and picture of the pool job completed haha. It's a nice hotel located in laguna beach, definitely cool car ride enjoying the scenery. Me and the gf decided to come check out this spot and it's located at the montage hotel. It felt upscale and as you enter, the valet area is small and I could imagine it being a pain when it's busy or backed up. Luckily, for us it was a Monday. As you enter, the lobby smelled like old fashion or a whiskey smell. It's more of a lounge area and they make good drinks. It's a bit over pricey so we decided to just take a picture of the pool from the balcony and left lol. I would come if it's a non busy day or time. read more

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Had a beautiful high tea experience here! I'd highly recommend anyone looking for a relaxing afternoon tea to come here :) as the service + aesthetic is lovely & every tea + food item was delicious (especially the scones)! read more

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The epitome of class, culture and service. I love coming here to the lobby lounge to relax with a cup of tea or get drinks after a long week. I had been coming to the Montage regularly for many years, but recently took a break because the service and quality had gone way off a cliff. But I can definitively say the new management has truly revamped and brought back everything I loved about the Montage, maybe even surpassed it. The staff check up on you regularly and look for every opportunity to make you feel more welcome. Kori especially made me feel welcome remembering me from a time before she was manager ! She also suggested some items that I felt belong in a five star restaurant. Try the hazelnut creme brûlée you will not be disappointed. read more

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Cute spot for drinks & snacks, or even a late night dessert! Love the charcuterie, as well as the Strawberries & Cream dessert. read more

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I came to their lounge where my family surprised me after getting engaged no More than 30 minutes before. The staff made us feel special and where kind to let us celebrate one of the most special moments in my life. The even brought us a small cake to congratulate us. The drinks where incredible, the charcuterie first class and their live piano player was great at taking requests and knowing so many songs. Highly recommend here for a night cap, a place to grab a drink after a walk on the beach and enjoy the ambiance and sunset. read more