The hype
Guests are obsessed with the new aesthetic and the friendly staff (shoutout to Carlos), but the fees leave a sour taste.
Casa Loma Beach Hotel
$250-650/ nat
Bestil hvis You want a design-forward crash pad directly above Main Beach and don't mind paying a premium for the 'cool' factor.
Hvorfor folk elsker det
- Unbeatable location perched on the cliff right above Main Beach
- New 'bohemian coastal' design by Electric Bowery (completed late 2024)
- Nightly vegan cookies from local cult bakery Rye Goods
Hurtig oversigt: A stunningly renovated motel that charges five-star resort prices for a three-star footprint.
Anmeldt af @xoxobrimet: I stayed in Room 130 and honestly, the best part was the fully detached bathroom. If you're traveling with a boyfriend, you know how crucial that privacy is! The king bed was super comfy too. Perfect spot for a stress-free couples trip in Laguna.
Gæst der boede her sagde
Reality check
The AC units can be loud and 'clunky,' disrupting sleep even in the nice rooms.
- You prioritize aesthetics and Instagrammability over square footage
- You want to walk to every major restaurant and gallery in Laguna
- You travel with a dog (very pet-friendly, though with a fee)
Renhed & Vedligeholdelse
8.5
- Housekeeping: Daily service is reliable, though some guests noted missed dust from recent construction.
- Bathroom hygiene: Generally sparkling, but watch out for wet floors due to shower leakage issues in some rooms.
- Maintenance: Freshly renovated (2024), so paint and furniture are new, but AC units are reported as loud/clunky.
- Linens & towels: New, high-quality plush bath sheets and premium bedding.
- Odors & scents: Fresh, sea-breeze scent; no lingering smoke or mustiness reported.
Sleepability™
6.5MODERAT
0-4HØJT
4-7.5MODERAT
7.5-10STILLE
- Pacific Coast Highway traffic (Village rooms)
- Loud/cycling air conditioning units
- Thin walls between connecting rooms
Før du booker
Godt at vide
- The hotel was formerly 'The Inn at Laguna Beach' before the 2024 rebrand.
- There is no full-service restaurant for dinner, only a breakfast/lunch cafe and bar bites.
- The rooftop terrace is a prime sunset spot but can get crowded.
Hvad skal du pakke
- Earplugs (essential for Village rooms)
- A swimsuit cover-up (to walk from your room to the beach path)
- Walking shoes (Laguna is hilly but very walkable)
Værelses-genie
Bedste valg
- Top Floor Ocean View King (quietest, best views)
- Ocean View with Balcony (worth the upgrade for the sunset)
Værelser at undgå
- Village Rooms (face the busy highway/parking lot)
- Pool Level rooms (zero privacy, guests walk right past your window)
Værelses-anmodnings-genie – kopier og indsæt
“I would love to request a room on the top floor, specifically away from the elevator and PCH street noise. If an Ocean View isn't available, a quiet corner unit would be appreciated.”
Ofte stillede spørgsmål og skjulte tips
Alt hvad du gerne vil vide før du booker.
Is breakfast included?
No. Breakfast is available for a surcharge (approx $20-30/person) featuring items like avocado toast and smoked salmon.
How much is parking?
Parking is steep at $70 per night for valet/covered self-parking.
Is there a pool?
Yes, a heated outdoor pool and hot tub, open 9am to 9pm.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, up to 2 dogs (max 40lbs) are allowed for a non-refundable fee of $225 per stay.
Is there direct beach access?
Yes, the hotel sits on a bluff with a direct path/stairs leading down to Main Beach.
Is there a gym?
No. The hotel does not have a fitness center.
Insidertips
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Skip the hotel coffee and walk 5 mins to 'Jedidiah Coffee' for a blueberry lavender latte.
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Ask for the 'curated beach valet' service where staff set up your chairs and umbrella for you.
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The cookies in the lobby at night are from Rye Goods—grab two, they are incredible.
5 ting du bør vide før du tager af sted
💡The 'Village' rooms are basically 'Highway' rooms with a view of traffic.
💡The bathroom floors in some renovated rooms have a design flaw where shower water seeps out.
💡You are paying 5-star prices for what is structurally a renovated motel with exterior corridors.
💡The 'resort fee' includes things that should be free, like the in-room safe and coffee.
💡The pool area is small and gets shaded early in the afternoon due to the building's orientation.
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