Hotel Joaquin
$489
/ night
Avg. for October
Prices for Hotel Joaquin
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$489
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Hotel Joaquin average $271 in December, the cheapest month, and $585 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | $279 |
| February | $298 |
| March | $353 |
| April | $382 |
| May | $416 |
| June | $476 |
| July | $585 |
| August | $549 |
| September | $546 |
| October | $489 |
| November | $371 |
| December | $271 |
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a library.
Dining
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 22 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Hotel Joaquin in Laguna Beach (North Laguna), you'll be steps from Shaws Cove Beach and a 1-minute drive from Main Beach Park. This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Crystal Cove State Park and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Fashion Island.
What's nearby
Shaws Cove Beach(0.1 miles)
Diver's Cove(0.3 miles)
Crescent Bay Beach(0.4 miles)
Crescent Bay Point Park(0.5 miles)
Heisler Park(0.5 miles)
Laguna Art Museum(0.7 miles)
Main Beach(0.8 miles)
Main Beach Park(0.8 miles)
Rivian South Coast Theater(1 miles)
Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters(1.3 miles)
Sawdust Art Festival Grounds(1.5 miles)
Cleo Street Beach(1.5 miles)
Crystal Cove Beach(2 miles)
Woods Cove(2.2 miles)
Pearl Street Beach(2.4 miles)
John Wayne Airport (SNA)(13.8 miles)
Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal)(30.4 miles)
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)(32.6 miles)
Location
985 North Coast Highway, North Laguna, Laguna Beach, California, United States of America
Shaws Cove Beach (0.1 miles)
Diver's Cove (0.3 miles)
Crescent Bay Beach (0.4 miles)
Crescent Bay Point Park (0.5 miles)
Heisler Park (0.5 miles)
Laguna Art Museum (0.7 miles)
Room options
5
Classic Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningRefrigeratorCeiling Fan
7
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningRefrigeratorCeiling Fan
8
Room, 1 King Bed (Joaquin)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningRefrigeratorCeiling Fan
6
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningRefrigeratorCeiling Fan
4
Classic Room, 1 King Bed (Adapted)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningRefrigeratorCeiling Fan
10
Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Joaquin)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningRefrigeratorCeiling Fan
Guest reviews of Hotel Joaquin
8.7
Fabulous
Based on 393 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
50%
Family
50%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Guests describe Hotel Joaquin as a stylish, intimate boutique stay near the beach, with warm service, attractive decor, and relaxed vibes, but some report small or noisy rooms, occasional service lapses, and inconsistent pool conditions or availability.
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What guests think
Guests describe Hotel Joaquin as a stylish, intimate boutique stay near the beach, with warm service, attractive decor, and relaxed vibes, but some report small or noisy rooms, occasional service lapses, and inconsistent pool conditions or availability.
Breakfast and drinks are widely enjoyed, though a few guests found the morning menu limited or disliked the added gratuity expectation. Most find the property very clean, while some noticed tired furnishings or minor maintenance concerns. The setting offers easy walks to Shaw’s Cove and Main Beach, yet a few felt nearby restaurant options were less convenient. Overall, expect a distinctive coastal stay with a few rough edges.
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Facilities
Guests praise the pool area and on-site bar, but a few report the pool being cold or temporarily unavailable. Resort fee value divides opinions.
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10
Keisha
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
6
Robert
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hard to write a review of this property, the staff were genuinely lovely and extremely helpful, however the first night we were allocated a room to the front of the hotel, and due to noise we didn’t sleep at all. They gracefully allowed us to move when we raised the issue and the second room was much better. The rooms are a little tired. Furniture is a Laraine’s and walls need a re-paint, but they also have a lovely charm. Good location and beautiful beach. Having to pay a gratuity on the free breakfast everyday was a bit of a sting. Along with being charged the full resort fee despite the swimming pool not being operational when we stayed.
Hard to write a review of this property, the staff were genuinely lovely and extremely helpful, however the first night we were allocated a room to the front of the hotel, and due to noise we didn’t sleep at all. They gracefully allowed us to move when we raised the issue and the second room was much better. The rooms are a little tired. Furniture is a Laraine’s and walls need a re-paint, but they also have a lovely charm. Good location and beautiful beach. Having to pay a gratuity on the free breakfast everyday was a bit of a sting. Along with being charged the full resort fee despite the swimming pool not being operational when we stayed.
10
Eric
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Great boutique experience. Great pool, well-appointed property and fantastic staff. We will be booking again soon!
Great boutique experience. Great pool, well-appointed property and fantastic staff. We will be booking again soon!
8
Melissa
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
6
Dominique
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
10
Lauren
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect! The staff couldn’t be nicer. The breakfast and poolside snacks blew us away! Perfect getaway, can’t wait to come back.
Perfect! The staff couldn’t be nicer. The breakfast and poolside snacks blew us away! Perfect getaway, can’t wait to come back.
10
Elizabeth
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful and relaxing property with amazing staff. Pool was gorgeous and the record players in the rooms was a great touch.
Beautiful and relaxing property with amazing staff. Pool was gorgeous and the record players in the rooms was a great touch.
10
JOSE JOAQUÍN
Nov 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice pool
Nice pool
10
Karla
Sep 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved this space, even you get a resort stay charge but totally worth it because you get sit down breakfast with service for free every morning with coffee and juices and walking to the beach and a pool. It’s ideal
Loved this space, even you get a resort stay charge but totally worth it because you get sit down breakfast with service for free every morning with coffee and juices and walking to the beach and a pool. It’s ideal
10
E helen
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a fabulous trip! We love staying here. Everyone is so helpful and kind. The drinks are delicious and the service is impeccable.
We had a fabulous trip! We love staying here. Everyone is so helpful and kind. The drinks are delicious and the service is impeccable.
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Cleanliness
Many reviews highlight very clean rooms and well-kept spaces. A few note worn furnishings, wall scuffs, or isolated issues like stained flooring or cloudy tap water.
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10
Daniel
Apr 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a beautiful hotel. Excellent breakfast, friendly staff, and very clean rooms.
Such a beautiful hotel. Excellent breakfast, friendly staff, and very clean rooms.
10
Keisha
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
6
Robert
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hard to write a review of this property, the staff were genuinely lovely and extremely helpful, however the first night we were allocated a room to the front of the hotel, and due to noise we didn’t sleep at all. They gracefully allowed us to move when we raised the issue and the second room was much better. The rooms are a little tired. Furniture is a Laraine’s and walls need a re-paint, but they also have a lovely charm. Good location and beautiful beach. Having to pay a gratuity on the free breakfast everyday was a bit of a sting. Along with being charged the full resort fee despite the swimming pool not being operational when we stayed.
Hard to write a review of this property, the staff were genuinely lovely and extremely helpful, however the first night we were allocated a room to the front of the hotel, and due to noise we didn’t sleep at all. They gracefully allowed us to move when we raised the issue and the second room was much better. The rooms are a little tired. Furniture is a Laraine’s and walls need a re-paint, but they also have a lovely charm. Good location and beautiful beach. Having to pay a gratuity on the free breakfast everyday was a bit of a sting. Along with being charged the full resort fee despite the swimming pool not being operational when we stayed.
8
Melissa
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
6
Dominique
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
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Eliad
Jan 9, 2023
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Stayed 19,365 nights
The value for the money is not too great. The rooms are very small, and we had stains on our room floors. The stay is over priced.
The value for the money is not too great. The rooms are very small, and we had stains on our room floors. The stay is over priced.
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Rooms
Rooms are stylish and thoughtfully appointed, with record players and some offering coastal views, but several guests found certain rooms small and some along PCH or near other rooms noisy. Occasional comfort issues arise, such as a dipping mattress, missing heater in one room, and the absence of TVs.
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Keisha
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
8
Melissa
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
10
Valerie
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely boutique, hotel, walking distance from beautiful Laguna Beach. Quaint and peaceful, decorated in minimalist surfer chic. Free of televisions, telephones, only the vintage record player and vinyl selection to enhance your stay. Small detailed touches like morning coffee delivered to your door add to the properties charm. The staff was so kind,I look forward to my next visit!
Lovely boutique, hotel, walking distance from beautiful Laguna Beach. Quaint and peaceful, decorated in minimalist surfer chic. Free of televisions, telephones, only the vintage record player and vinyl selection to enhance your stay. Small detailed touches like morning coffee delivered to your door add to the properties charm. The staff was so kind,I look forward to my next visit!
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Dominique
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
10
Daniel
Jan 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was great. Only downfall was no heater in the room, room 10 if youre wondering. But thats neither here nor there.
It was great. Only downfall was no heater in the room, room 10 if youre wondering. But thats neither here nor there.
10
Elizabeth
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful and relaxing property with amazing staff. Pool was gorgeous and the record players in the rooms was a great touch.
Beautiful and relaxing property with amazing staff. Pool was gorgeous and the record players in the rooms was a great touch.
6
Carmel
Oct 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was very small, in the alley. Nothing special. Over priced for what we got. No tv in the room. Location was not ideal for restaurants etc.
The room was very small, in the alley. Nothing special. Over priced for what we got. No tv in the room. Location was not ideal for restaurants etc.
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Li
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A very tasteful hotel with vinyl player in the room. But it can get noisy in the morning if other guests wake up very early.
A very tasteful hotel with vinyl player in the room. But it can get noisy in the morning if other guests wake up very early.
10
Matthew
Aug 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great time here and enjoyed our mini "staycation" last night. The views were spectacular and the room was very comfortable. Highly recommend this place!
We had a great time here and enjoyed our mini "staycation" last night. The views were spectacular and the room was very comfortable. Highly recommend this place!
10
Michael
Nov 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Top notch room design and materials, amenities, and attention to detail.
Top notch room design and materials, amenities, and attention to detail.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as warm and attentive, with many citing welcoming staff and helpful touches. However, some report inconsistent experiences, including slow or late room readiness, perceived indifference, and an unsympathetic response to accessibility needs.
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Keisha
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
10
javier
Jun 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was amazing and the service was great
It was amazing and the service was great
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adel
Jul 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place in a great location. The service is underwhelming, bordering on disinterested. Particularly before they received my reservation, they were a bit rude. I have mobility challenges, when i asked for a chair in the shower, the receptionist pointed to a few chairs and said “ you can take that one, no one uses it” instead of offering to bring a chair there. Not a bad experience, just for the price, the service is very mediocre
Beautiful place in a great location. The service is underwhelming, bordering on disinterested. Particularly before they received my reservation, they were a bit rude. I have mobility challenges, when i asked for a chair in the shower, the receptionist pointed to a few chairs and said “ you can take that one, no one uses it” instead of offering to bring a chair there. Not a bad experience, just for the price, the service is very mediocre
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Valerie
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely boutique, hotel, walking distance from beautiful Laguna Beach. Quaint and peaceful, decorated in minimalist surfer chic. Free of televisions, telephones, only the vintage record player and vinyl selection to enhance your stay. Small detailed touches like morning coffee delivered to your door add to the properties charm. The staff was so kind,I look forward to my next visit!
Lovely boutique, hotel, walking distance from beautiful Laguna Beach. Quaint and peaceful, decorated in minimalist surfer chic. Free of televisions, telephones, only the vintage record player and vinyl selection to enhance your stay. Small detailed touches like morning coffee delivered to your door add to the properties charm. The staff was so kind,I look forward to my next visit!
10
Michael
Feb 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Intimacy and friendliness of staff.
Intimacy and friendliness of staff.
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Dominique
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
10
April
Aug 14, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Eric was fantastic
Eric was fantastic
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adel
Jul 1, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Disinterested staff
Disinterested staff
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Gilbert
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful experience at Hotel Joaquin! from the moment we arrived , the staff went over and beyond to welcome us. The breakfast was fresh and delicious and the hotel was both relaxing and stylish.
We had a wonderful experience at Hotel Joaquin! from the moment we arrived , the staff went over and beyond to welcome us. The breakfast was fresh and delicious and the hotel was both relaxing and stylish.
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E helen
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a fabulous trip! We love staying here. Everyone is so helpful and kind. The drinks are delicious and the service is impeccable.
We had a fabulous trip! We love staying here. Everyone is so helpful and kind. The drinks are delicious and the service is impeccable.
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Location
Walkable to Shaw’s Cove and Main Beach, with coastal views and a quieter setting away from the crowds. A few guests found restaurants less convenient from the hotel.
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Keisha
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
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Kimberly
Dec 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property is a very short walk to the water. All of the staff were warm and welcoming. The aesthetics are really nice and not campy like other beach properties. They made my Christmas very nice with a sweet little gift under the tree.
The property is a very short walk to the water. All of the staff were warm and welcoming. The aesthetics are really nice and not campy like other beach properties. They made my Christmas very nice with a sweet little gift under the tree.
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Melissa
Jun 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
Beautiful and clean property and overall pretty good experience for a couple of nights. Our mattress was not very comfortable and likely needed to be replaced. It dipped in some parts. The pool was cold and definitely was not at 90 (nor even 80 or 70 degrees) temperature as advertised. More likely the pool temperature was in the 60s. Short walk to lovely Shaw’s Cove but there are limited spots to set your things up and it was very crowded.
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Valerie
Jul 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely boutique, hotel, walking distance from beautiful Laguna Beach. Quaint and peaceful, decorated in minimalist surfer chic. Free of televisions, telephones, only the vintage record player and vinyl selection to enhance your stay. Small detailed touches like morning coffee delivered to your door add to the properties charm. The staff was so kind,I look forward to my next visit!
Lovely boutique, hotel, walking distance from beautiful Laguna Beach. Quaint and peaceful, decorated in minimalist surfer chic. Free of televisions, telephones, only the vintage record player and vinyl selection to enhance your stay. Small detailed touches like morning coffee delivered to your door add to the properties charm. The staff was so kind,I look forward to my next visit!
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Roger
Sep 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely property and good location. Lose to the Main Beach but away from the crowd.
Lovely property and good location. Lose to the Main Beach but away from the crowd.
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Yan
Jul 14, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
How unique it is and tucked away. Amazing spot
How unique it is and tucked away. Amazing spot
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Carmel
Oct 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was very small, in the alley. Nothing special. Over priced for what we got. No tv in the room. Location was not ideal for restaurants etc.
The room was very small, in the alley. Nothing special. Over priced for what we got. No tv in the room. Location was not ideal for restaurants etc.
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Alliya
Apr 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Always such a beautiful, magical, and unique experience staying at this hotel filled with music, positive energy, coastal views and stunning decor.
Always such a beautiful, magical, and unique experience staying at this hotel filled with music, positive energy, coastal views and stunning decor.
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Karla
Sep 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved this space, even you get a resort stay charge but totally worth it because you get sit down breakfast with service for free every morning with coffee and juices and walking to the beach and a pool. It’s ideal
Loved this space, even you get a resort stay charge but totally worth it because you get sit down breakfast with service for free every morning with coffee and juices and walking to the beach and a pool. It’s ideal
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Matthew
Aug 27, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a great time here and enjoyed our mini "staycation" last night. The views were spectacular and the room was very comfortable. Highly recommend this place!
We had a great time here and enjoyed our mini "staycation" last night. The views were spectacular and the room was very comfortable. Highly recommend this place!
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Dining
Breakfast and drinks receive strong praise for quality and enjoyment. Some guests disliked the added gratuity on the included breakfast or found the morning selection limited with few specialty coffee options.
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MARCELO
Sep 29, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
We liked the location , the beach access, the bar. The staff seems to be unexperienced, we expected little touches that usually small hotels offer. Did not have welcome drink, glasses in the room and courtesy bottles of water were missing some days. Breakfast offered was limited to few things, no cappuccino, no latte , no pastries , no squeezed orange juice. No table in room to work with a computer. In general was not what we expected for the price we paid.
We liked the location , the beach access, the bar. The staff seems to be unexperienced, we expected little touches that usually small hotels offer. Did not have welcome drink, glasses in the room and courtesy bottles of water were missing some days. Breakfast offered was limited to few things, no cappuccino, no latte , no pastries , no squeezed orange juice. No table in room to work with a computer. In general was not what we expected for the price we paid.
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Daniel
Apr 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Such a beautiful hotel. Excellent breakfast, friendly staff, and very clean rooms.
Such a beautiful hotel. Excellent breakfast, friendly staff, and very clean rooms.
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Keisha
May 27, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
The property is amazing! Everything is in the details. It’s super clean, peaceful, the pool is awesome, view is great, decor is INCREDIBLE, loved the record player and LPs in the room. Love the movies, the taffy in the jars, the staff are so sweet, positive and lovely. The food is also really great. The only thing is check in is at 4pm which is a little late IMO.
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Robert
Feb 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Hard to write a review of this property, the staff were genuinely lovely and extremely helpful, however the first night we were allocated a room to the front of the hotel, and due to noise we didn’t sleep at all. They gracefully allowed us to move when we raised the issue and the second room was much better. The rooms are a little tired. Furniture is a Laraine’s and walls need a re-paint, but they also have a lovely charm. Good location and beautiful beach. Having to pay a gratuity on the free breakfast everyday was a bit of a sting. Along with being charged the full resort fee despite the swimming pool not being operational when we stayed.
Hard to write a review of this property, the staff were genuinely lovely and extremely helpful, however the first night we were allocated a room to the front of the hotel, and due to noise we didn’t sleep at all. They gracefully allowed us to move when we raised the issue and the second room was much better. The rooms are a little tired. Furniture is a Laraine’s and walls need a re-paint, but they also have a lovely charm. Good location and beautiful beach. Having to pay a gratuity on the free breakfast everyday was a bit of a sting. Along with being charged the full resort fee despite the swimming pool not being operational when we stayed.
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Dominique
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
We really wanted to like this hotel. We had such high hopes. We were having a romantic getaway. The property itself is pretty, the decor is super cute and the food/bar is good. That's where it ends. After arriving a little early for check in (just before 2pm) I knew I would have to wait for my room. I was told 45 minutes. So I grabbed a drink and some food and sat on the terrace and enjoyed that sun. At 4pm I finally asked if my room was ready and was told the "final touches" were being added. I was taken to my room at 4:45pm. The room faced Pacific Coast Highway and all night long you can hear every single car that goes by. It's super loud. At one point I put water into my water bottle from the tap and it was cloudy and dirty. We asked another guest about their room and they said you could hear everything in the room next door - showers, toilets, doors etc. When we addressed the concerns we felt like we were patted on the head and told "oh well". It's too bad - the property itself is really quite pretty so I was hoping for a better experience.
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Lauren
Oct 22, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect! The staff couldn’t be nicer. The breakfast and poolside snacks blew us away! Perfect getaway, can’t wait to come back.
Perfect! The staff couldn’t be nicer. The breakfast and poolside snacks blew us away! Perfect getaway, can’t wait to come back.
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Karla
Sep 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved this space, even you get a resort stay charge but totally worth it because you get sit down breakfast with service for free every morning with coffee and juices and walking to the beach and a pool. It’s ideal
Loved this space, even you get a resort stay charge but totally worth it because you get sit down breakfast with service for free every morning with coffee and juices and walking to the beach and a pool. It’s ideal
10
Samantha
Dec 27, 2022
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Stayed 1 night
It was such a dream! This was a Christmas gift to myself due to being alone this year, and it was so special. Such an intimate environment, with extremely kind staff and amazing food and drink! They even gave me a sweet little Christmas gift and placed it under their Christmas tree. Altogether such a sweet experience, wish I could've stayed longer!
It was such a dream! This was a Christmas gift to myself due to being alone this year, and it was so special. Such an intimate environment, with extremely kind staff and amazing food and drink! They even gave me a sweet little Christmas gift and placed it under their Christmas tree. Altogether such a sweet experience, wish I could've stayed longer!
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Gilbert
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful experience at Hotel Joaquin! from the moment we arrived , the staff went over and beyond to welcome us. The breakfast was fresh and delicious and the hotel was both relaxing and stylish.
We had a wonderful experience at Hotel Joaquin! from the moment we arrived , the staff went over and beyond to welcome us. The breakfast was fresh and delicious and the hotel was both relaxing and stylish.
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E helen
Jul 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a fabulous trip! We love staying here. Everyone is so helpful and kind. The drinks are delicious and the service is impeccable.
We had a fabulous trip! We love staying here. Everyone is so helpful and kind. The drinks are delicious and the service is impeccable.
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Darcy
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
This boutique hotel is one of the highlights of our trip. It was filled with character, had incredibly friendly staff, and everything was so well thought out, making for just a wonderfully memorable experience. We'll definitely be back. I couldn't recommend this hotel more.
This boutique hotel is one of the highlights of our trip. It was filled with character, had incredibly friendly staff, and everything was so well thought out, making for just a wonderfully memorable experience. We'll definitely be back. I couldn't recommend this hotel more.
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Kendra
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
the hotel is right on highway 1 so the rooms can get quite loud but for the most part, its ok, the beds were comfortable and the staff good. no in room kettles and even if you pay for the most expensive room, you will hear the highway. the yoga deck also has a lot of road noise and no yoga blocks.
the hotel is right on highway 1 so the rooms can get quite loud but for the most part, its ok, the beds were comfortable and the staff good. no in room kettles and even if you pay for the most expensive room, you will hear the highway. the yoga deck also has a lot of road noise and no yoga blocks.
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Elyse
Sep 15, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The location and offerings here are essential. Shaw’s Cove feels like a hidden gem and having access right there is ideal! The cozy breakfast view is delightful and they have great coffee. Staff is very friendly and the bar access is low key and exactly what is needed. Perfect for a romantic getaway!
The location and offerings here are essential. Shaw’s Cove feels like a hidden gem and having access right there is ideal! The cozy breakfast view is delightful and they have great coffee. Staff is very friendly and the bar access is low key and exactly what is needed. Perfect for a romantic getaway!
10
Adam
Sep 5, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice little boutique property only a couple minutes walk into Shaws Cove.
Nice little boutique property only a couple minutes walk into Shaws Cove.
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Tracy
Aug 15, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
What a hidden gem. The courtyard and pool were amazing. Welcome drink upon arrival. Breakfast included by an incredibly friendly staff. Walk to beach and trolly stop!
What a hidden gem. The courtyard and pool were amazing. Welcome drink upon arrival. Breakfast included by an incredibly friendly staff. Walk to beach and trolly stop!
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 23:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Hotel Joaquin
Is parking available at the hotel?
Parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Guests should be aware that a reservation may be required.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Complimentary breakfast is offered, although specific details about the type are not provided. Guests can enjoy breakfast during the designated serving hours.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at the property. However, service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM and ends at 11:00 PM. Check-out time is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests are encouraged to contact the property in advance for arrangements.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel includes step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility features are not provided.
Where is the hotel located?
The hotel is situated in North Laguna, California, near Shaws Cove Beach. It is conveniently located close to shopping areas like Fashion Island and Irvine Spectrum Center, as well as natural attractions such as Crystal Cove State Park. Public transport options may be available nearby.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal. Guests can enjoy the pool during operational hours, although specific times are not detailed.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Children are welcome at the hotel. However, the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The hotel does not offer cribs or rollaway/extra beds. Extra-person charges may apply depending on property policy.
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If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: USD 250.0 per stay
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Pool access available from 8 AM to 9 PM.
- Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
- Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Service fee: USD 50 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Beach (Nearby)
Pool Indoor
Pool Outdoor
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Services
Express Check-In/Check-Out
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
General
Non-Smoking Rooms
Beach Sun Loungers
Internet
Free Wi-Fi