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/ nuit
Réservez si You want a design-forward crash pad directly above Main Beach and don't mind paying a premium for the 'cool' factor.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- 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
En bref : A stunningly renovated motel that charges five-star resort prices for a three-star footprint.
Évalué par @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.
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
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)
Propreté et entretien
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™
6.5MODÉRÉ
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Pacific Coast Highway traffic (Village rooms)
- Loud/cycling air conditioning units
- Thin walls between connecting rooms
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- 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.
Quoi emporter
- 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)
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Top Floor Ocean View King (quietest, best views)
- Ocean View with Balcony (worth the upgrade for the sunset)
Chambres à éviter
- Village Rooms (face the busy highway/parking lot)
- Pool Level rooms (zero privacy, guests walk right past your window)
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“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.”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
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.
Conseils d'initiés
- ✨
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 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡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.
Guide local
Carte
Découvrez où se situe Casa Loma Beach Hotel et ce qu'il y a à proximité.