Wedding and honeymoons in Laguna Beach
Do you want to have a beautiful destination wedding? In Laguna Beach, there are many locations that offer the atmosphere, scenery and amenities you need to plan the perfect wedding. Of course, an ideal Laguna Beach wedding is on the sand with a colorful sunset, but many hotels and resorts in the city offer sophistication, luxury, beach causal or cozy settings for a wedding, reception celebration or even honeymoon.
Throughout the city, many hotels offer wedding facilities at various sizes depending on what the needs of the bride are. These hotels often have a wedding planner or coordinator to help with final details or set up for the special occasion. Using a hotel or resort as a wedding destination is also perfect for a place to stay during a honeymoon, since Laguna Beach is an ideal getaway for a new bride and groom. World-class shopping and dining are featured throughout the city, in addition to boutiques, art galleries, museums and don’t forget that picturesque scenery the California coast is known for.
Some hotels and resorts known for their Laguna Beach wedding amenities are the Aliso Creek Inn Resort and Hotel Laguna. Aliso Creek Inn is located in a private canyon complete with its proximity to Aliso Creek in Laguna Beach. All wedding needs are satisfied, with its array of dining, accommodations and location settings for a perfect destination wedding. Getting married in Laguna Beach does not have to be about the coast or surf, since Aliso Creek Inn resort also offers beautiful views of their golf course and the mountains located right behind them.
Hotel Laguna is a favorite choice among locals and visitors, and is ideal for a wedding, reception or honeymoon. Rooms include views of the Pacific Ocean, village like appearance of Laguna Beach or of the quaint Victorian Rose Garden in the courtyard. For more luxurious and over the top weddings, choosing locations such as the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel are perfect ways to celebrate a new marriage.
All of your wedding needs are taken care of in Laguna Beach. Laguna Florist provides beautiful arrangements for the city, and they are located conveniently downtown across from the Hotel Laguna. For all of your Laguna Beach wedding needs, the city has many accommodations, amenities and destinations to make the wedding perfect. Plan your wedding at any of the hotels or resorts for a spectacular wedding, reception or honeymoon destination.
Bars and clubs in Laguna Beach
If spending the entire day exploring Laguna Beach, shops, coast or attractions is not enough, dance the night away at a club in Laguna Beach! Whether you are looking for a classy lounge with swanky music or you want to dance to the hottest songs for summer, Laguna Beach music spots have something for everyone’s taste.
Not all clubs have loud music and bright flashing lights. In fact, the Laguna Beach club scene features various venues depending on your mood. Taverns such as the Marine Room Tavern offer locals and visitors alike a laid back, cozy experience complete with typical beach tavern accoutrements like big screen TVs, sea life décor, and live music. Rock and blues bands are staples of this tavern, along with the occasional biker crowd.
Looking for sushi and then some after dining entertainment? Mosun Sushi and Club M is a popular club in Laguna Beach. With lively atmosphere, good food and efficient wait staff, Mosun Sushi is a great dining spot to start off a fun filled night. Upstairs from the restaurant is Club M, where they feature private seating areas with bottle service, personal servers and great music and crowd atmosphere.
For something a little more intimate and quiet, Mosaic Bar & Grill is a new destination for locals and visitors to Laguna Beach. With a massive Pacific Ocean view, Mexican ambiance, glass walls and a fire pit, Mosaic Bar & Grill is located near the pool at the hotel Montage.
A great nightlife destination for Laguna Beach residents is the Sandpiper Lounge. This Laguna Beach club is one of the oldest in the city, going back to the 1940’s. This dive bar is a perfect way to end a day of relaxing or surfing at the beach, and then sitting back with a cold beer to watch a live band.
No matter what you are in the mood for, Laguna Beach music venues feature rock, blues, jazz, reggae and even punk rock choices. Whether you want to hit up a dive bar with your beach attire or you want to get dressed up for a chic lounge, Laguna Beach has clubs, lounges and bars for any age and occasion. After a day of shopping, spa going, beach combing or just lying by the pool, finish off the night with friends at a local nightspot.
The Tides Inn, Laguna Beach Hotel review
Want to go on a weekend getaway that is cozy and relaxing? The Tides Inn Laguna Beach hotel located off of the Pacific Coast Highway features a comfortable atmosphere in one of the best locations in Southern California. A small and charming hotel, the Tides Inn features only 21 rooms ensuring that peace and tranquility are found throughout the premise.
Beautifully decorated with beach causal décor, the Tides Inn rooms offers guest’s amenities such as furnished kitchenettes for those who want to be self-sufficient and feel home away from home, TV with cable, wireless internet, free parking, comfortable bedding and air conditioning for those warm summer days. Outside, guests are treated to a saltwater swimming pool, outdoor fireplace and gas grill so they can do all their summer activities right outside their room.
Love your pet and want to bring him or her along? Tides Inn Laguna Beach allows your furry friends to come along for the ride, for only a minimum charge per night. Bringing your pet to Laguna Beach is ideal, since the city features a dog park, pet friendly outdoor patios for dining and drinks, and a plethora of pet services for your every need.
The Tides Inn Laguna Beach is conveniently located only an hour away from Los Angeles International Airport, and only twenty minutes from John Wayne Airport, which services the entire Orange County area. Laguna Beach has its own attractions, such as the world-famous Festival of the Arts, Sawdust Art Festival and Pageant of the Masters Art Festivals, which bring artists locally and abroad together to share their talent and artistic creativity. For those who want to venture out of the city, visit other Southern California destinations like Sea World, Disneyland, San Diego and Knott’s Berry Farm which are not more than an hour away.
Laguna Beach is known for its première shopping destinations, with everything from high end designers to specialty shops and boutiques. Tides Inn Laguna Beach is within walking distance to many of the shopping and dining destinations, allowing visitors to come and go as they please with ease and convenience. Talk a walk down to the famous Main Beach, where some of the best scenery in Southern California is located, in addition to its famous colorful sunsets. For a hotel destination that offers comfort, style and hospitality Tide Inn Laguna Beach is the ideal getaway to spend any day of the year.
Seven 4 One, Laguna Beach hotel review
Thanks to shows like Laguna Beach, The Real O.C. and The Real Housewives of Orange County, many travelers are visiting the area after seeing the beauty, shopping destinations, restaurants and luxurious lifestyle many people in the OC area have. A sophisticated hotel, Seven4One in Laguna Beach offers guests unmistakable luxury in this famous city by the sea. With only ten guest rooms and two ocean-view suites, getting into this hotel is luxury on its own.
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Room accommodations feature fine European Linens, spa-like bathrooms, high tech electronics in a tranquil guest room. Luxury bath amenities are provided to each guest, as well as their choice of pillow from the Pillow Pantry, soft bathrobes, large flat screen TV, media center for iPod or DVDs, high speed internet, room service and a choice of newspapers from local, regional to international publications.
Seven Laguna also offers a unique Sand Valet service to its guests, providing them with beach towels, ice chests and umbrellas and even food or drinks throughout the day. Need a dress or suit to be dry cleaned before an evening on the town? Seven4One also has dry cleaning, laundry and pressing services for guests use.
Want to have the vacation of a lifetime? Seven Laguna features the Rockstar Service, where a guest experience manager works to create the ultimate vacation for you during your stay. Blending the lines between a Personal Assistant, Butler and Concierge, the guest manager provides each visitor with every need, whether they are going down to the beach and don’t have towels or umbrellas, or need their in-room iPod programmed with their favorite music, need a mist-down, sunscreen application or chiller herbal towel while tanning on the beach. Talk about pampered!
At Seven Laguna, use the chic, contemporary facilities to throw the wedding of a lifetime. Wedding professionals are on hand to ensure that every wish of the bride is met, and that the hotel is the ideal wedding location for the party and celebration. Wedding, shower or rehearsal packages are available with specially priced room accommodations, luxury amenities and signature meals and cocktails for the festive occasion.
All the luxury at Seven Laguna is increasingly desirable due to their commitment to remain environmentally friendly and create a green atmosphere for their guests and the community of Laguna Beach. For the trip of a lifetime, Seven4One is the absolute vacationer’s dream.
Laguna Riviera, Laguna Beach hotel review
The Laguna Riviera Hotel combines a Mediterranean feel with the cozy beach city of Laguna Beach creating a relaxing and invigorating escape from your everyday, busy life. Family owned and operated, the Laguna Riviera is close to the ocean, yet settled in a tropical oasis so different from many other hotels. Here, visitors can stroll the beach during a spectacular sunset, swim in the warm Pacific waters or simply enjoy the scenery that makes Laguna Beach a favorite destination for Californians and travelers from around the world.
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Laguna Beach is famous for the local artists that evoke their creativity into the city, especially with the well-known Pageant of the Arts and Sawdust Festivals. Thousands of people visit Laguna Beach from around the world to check out creative media and talent from local artists and even those talented individuals from abroad. Within the Laguna Riviera property, visitors are able to admire paintings and murals from artist Loren Shaw Hellige, whose murals add beauty and creativity to the public appreciation of California beauty.
On the grounds of the Laguna Riviera Hotel are a heated saltwater pool, salt water hot tub and Finlandia sauna, ideal for soaking and relaxing after a long day of sightseeing. Complimentary continental breakfast is offered each guest, and the use of a grill is provided for those evening barbeques perfect for a summer evening. With the ideal location, the Laguna Riviera Hotel is conveniently located to the downtown area, where restaurants with different cuisines offer delicious meals from talented chefs.
Rooms at the Laguna Riviera Hotel vary, depending on the needs of the guests. From cozy studios with an ocean view and Jacuzzi tub to one bedroom suites with fireplaces, full kitchens or private decks to stare out into the ocean Laguna Riviera has it all. Amenities for all rooms include refrigerator, coffeemaker, TV and hair dyer, as well as complimentary high speed internet. The lounge area in the hotel contains a business center, fireplace for those who prefer to visit in the cooler months and a TV with DVD player for movie viewing.
Visitors will appreciate the beauty and scenery of Laguna Riviera Hotel, and continue to come back time and time again. With its comfortable atmosphere and proximity to everything in Laguna Beach, the hotel is an ideal location to spend family vacations or romantic getaways. For those who need an escape from their busy lives, the tropical oasis of Laguna Riviera is bound to satisfy everyone.
Laguna Reef Hotel, Laguna Beach hotel review
Looking for something a bit different on your trip to Laguna Beach? Laguna Reef Inn is an oasis-like escape from the California sun, complete with botanical gardens and sculptures. Owned by artists for thirty years, Laguna Reef Inn offers relaxation, central locations to the cities restaurants and boutique shops, and many amenities to make anyone feel at home in this coastal city. Perfect for family vacations or a romantic getaway, Laguna Reef Inn Laguna Beach is an ideal location to visit.
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A more private hotel than many others in the city, Laguna Reef is situated on South Coast Highway, between Laguna Niguel and Dana Point. Aside from visitors being able to relax and experience Laguna Beach, Victoria and Aliso beaches are nearby for sightseeing or fun in the sun and sand. During the summer, Laguna Beach is bustling with activity featuring many art festivals such as the Sawdust Festival and Pageant of the Masters. Leave the car behind and visit the festivals with the shuttle that conveniently stops in front of Laguna Reef during the busy season.
Deluxe rooms feature views of the Pacific Ocean, botanical garden or peaceful courtyard. The Ocean View room showcases the beauty of the Pacific, in addition to kitchenettes, pillow top mattresses, coffeemaker, microwave and refrigerator as just some of the amenities. Whether you choose an ocean view, courtyard or botanical garden view, all rooms are comfortable, cozy and quiet.
Start the day off right with a continental breakfast before heading out to the many shops, galleries and attractions Laguna Beach has to offer. After a day at the beach, cool off and relax in the Laguna Reef Hotel pool, or soak in the hot tub. The Laguna Reef Inn Laguna Beach is ideal for those who love the beach, nature, art and simply just relaxing the day away. Rewind from activities at the coast with a stroll through the botanical gardens and lush greenery, featuring exotic and rare plants from around the world.
In Laguna Beach, there is no end to the daily activities and attractions you could find to do. Whether you walk through a wilderness park to get back to nature or you find that perfect outfit from a high-end designer, Laguna Beach is an ideal location to visit time and time again. The Laguna Reef Inn Laguna Beach is perfect for a stay in the coastal city, no matter what time of year.
Holiday Inn, Laguna Beach motel review
Going on a weekend getaway or extended vacation does not mean you have to find either an abstract hotel for a unique experience or spend the entire budget on room accommodations. Chances are, the amount of time spent in the motel room will be minimal, given all of the attractions and entertainment Laguna Beach has to offer. Staying at a tried and true favorite like Holiday Inn Laguna Beach gives you the affordable yet comfortable room, with the reputation of being a quality and hospitable motel chain.
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Newly renovated, Holiday Inn Laguna Beach offers guests an opportunity to be close to the action, as well as a great view of the Pacific Ocean. With the warm, sunny climate year-round visitors can depend on Holiday Inn for their travelling needs. Close to the coastline, the hotel is ideally located next to shopping, art galleries, museums, spas and specialty shops that Laguna Beach is known for. Situated on South Coast Highway, Holiday Inn is across from the ocean and within walking distance of Downtown Laguna Beach. For those who want to venture out of town, Disneyland, San Diego, Knott’s Berry Farm and Sea World are all within driving range.
Aside from the prime location of the motel, Holiday Inn features 54 guest rooms, all recently transformed into beach style comfy getaways from a long day in the sun. Rooms face the relaxing pool area, and have amenities such as cable TV, complimentary high speed internet access, dataport, coffeemaker and iron. On request, guests may be treated to beach going essentials like suntan lotion, or even aromatherapy bath salts for a relaxing soak in the tub.
After a day of exploration throughout the city of Laguna Beach, take a stroll through the lush courtyards and relax in the heated pool as the sun goes down. The Holiday Inn Laguna Beach also has a restaurant, offering ease and convenience to its guests. Wind down the night with a cocktail from the bar and lounge area, and relax in the coastal air in the outdoor patio. Planning on going out for a night on the town? Get your clothing ready using the dry cleaning services offered by the motel.
For an easy vacation, stick with what you know best. Holiday Inn Laguna Beach offers quality, reputation and comfortable amenities at an affordable price, so that you may spend your vacation dollars on fun in the sun and in one of the many Laguna Beach shops.
Art galleries in Laguna Beach
Aside from the perfect coastal views, mild temperatures and beach activities, Laguna Beach is also well known for its art, and famous annual festivals like the Sawdust Festival and Pageant of the Arts. Downtown is home to dozens of Laguna Beach art galleries, most of which are features on the monthly Art walk where galleries open their doors to visitors for exploration and even sales. Local and international artists visit Laguna Beach each summer, showing off their creative talent through many forms of artistic media such as painting, sculpture, and jewelry among others.
Art galleries in Laguna Beach are a fun place to visit to check out current trends in creative Medias as well as appreciate up and coming artists that call Laguna Beach home. Dawson Cole Fine Art Gallery features artists such as Henry Moore, Jian Wang, Sara Cole and Robert Heindel. Established in 1993, the fine art gallery specializes in Modern and Contemporary sculptures, prints, drawings and other paper arts by European and American artists. For those who appreciate West Coast Regionalism, Contemporary or Early Modern Art, Dawson Cole Fine Art Gallery is a must see Laguna Beach art destination.
The Dana Ridenour Art Gallery on South Coast Highway is a unique art gallery, featuring the art of Ocean inspired artist Wade Koniakowsky. Many art galleries in Laguna Beach feature wonderful paintings of the beauty and scenery of the coast, making it an ideal opportunity to buy a piece of art from such as colorful and vibrant part of Southern California.
The Situ Art Gallery in Laguna Beach features artists such as Andrew Peters, Ralph Oberg, Mian Situ, Bi Wei, Carole Cooke and many others. Located on South Coast Highway, Situ Art Gallery is home to eclectic collection of contemporary and traditional artists. Open Wednesday through Sunday, this Laguna Beach art gallery has something for everyone’s aesthetic taste.
In addition to the Laguna Beach art galleries are also collections of photography. One inspiring location to check out is Pure Color: Mike Kelly Photography. This collection of photography is nature at its best, with pure and natural light illuminating nature the way it was intended to be seen. Mike Kelly, a professional photographer, uses no darkroom manipulations or color filters to get the images, but rather uses creativity and skill.
Laguna Beach art galleries are a perfect way to spend an afternoon, enjoying the creativity and talent of local and world renowned artists.
Inn at Laguna, Laguna Beach hotel review
With one of the best views in the city, the Inn at Laguna Beach is located on a seaside bluff overlooking the expansive Pacific Ocean. Just steps from the Main Beach and beachside village that makes Laguna Beach one of the most visited areas in Southern California this Laguna Beach inn offers everything you could want on a beach getaway. From sitting out on the sand and enjoying the sea breeze to walking around downtown checking out its many art galleries, boutique, shops and restaurants, visitors to the Inn at Laguna have everything they need.
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With a AAA “Three Diamond” rating for over 15 years, the Inn at Laguna offers its guests oceanfront accommodations with a charming and cozy feel. One hour south of Los Angeles, and only 20 minutes from John Wayne Airport, the Inn at Laguna is also close to other popular Southern California destinations like San Diego, Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm and Medieval Times. Laguna Beach features beaches, city parks, coastal wilderness, and spa services in addition to their downtown area, making it a one-stop location for any activity.
There are 70 rooms at this Laguna Beach inn, featuring either views of Laguna village or the Pacific Ocean. Each guest room is comfortably decorated, offering the beach casual appearance but still incorporating convenience and luxury for each guest. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, feather beds, TV with DVD, snack bar, soft cotton bathrobes, and many other hotel amenities. If you plan on going down to the beach for the day, don’t forget to stop by and make use of the complimentary beach towels, umbrellas and chairs the Inn at Laguna offers its guests.
Located next door to the Inn at Laguna is the Las Brisas Restaurant, a local favorite for its menu featuring breakfast, lunch and dinners. An assortment of menu choices are available to diners, however it is the fresh seafood dishes with a Mexican twist that keep customer coming back for more. In addition to Las Brisas, the Laguna Beach inn is within walking distance to over forty restaurants, offering Contemporary and Traditional American cuisines, Mediterranean, Italian and much more.
For a complete vacation, the Inn at Laguna has it all from scenery, shopping, cuisine and proximity to attractions. Visitors to the Inn at Laguna Beach keep coming back to spend their vacations year after year, especially with its casual flair mixed with luxurious amenities.
Day trips to Laguna Beach
What better way to escape the summer heat than to come spend a day in Laguna Beach? Being a close distance away to any point in Southern California, a trip to Laguna Beach is the perfect way to see the beauty of this coastal city. Between the scenery of the ocean, canyons and shopping, Laguna Beach has something to interest anyone in the family. Visiting during the summer? Famous art festivals such as the Sawdust Festival or Pageant of the Masters bring visitors and artists alike from around the world to check out Laguna Beach and the creative art.
Located on famous Pacific Coast Highway, Laguna Beach has plenty of day trip worthy activities. With over 40 restaurants, dozens of art galleries, boutique and specialty shops as well as high end designers, a Laguna Beach trip is perfect for those who love to window shop or pick up gifts for back home.
No trip to Laguna is complete without spending some time checking out the great views of the ocean and surrounding city. Whether you hike around the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park or visit the only fresh water lake in Orange County, Barbara’s Lake, nature enthusiasts will appreciate the beauty and charm of Laguna Beach. Try wine tasting at the only winery in Orange County, Laguna Canyon Winery or lay out on the beautiful sandy beaches Laguna is known for.
There are plenty of beaches to partake in water activities such as snorkeling, fishing, boating, diving, surfing or kayaking. Main Beach is the focal point of most attention; however other beautiful beaches with spectacular views are within a short car ride, especially Crystal Cove State Beach. Tide pools show off the beauty of marine life in their natural habitat, and provide entertainment and education to children.
On any trip to Laguna Beach it is important to remember to relax and enjoy the scenery and atmosphere of this laid back village. Visit any of the spas to get a specialized body treatment or massage, or simply lay back on the beach and listen to crashing waves. No trip to Laguna Beach can be finished without staying for the spectacular sunset, which makes the city famous. With mild temperatures year round, Laguna Beach is a perfect destination to take a weekend or even a single day to escape from the heat of inland cities or simply go out and appreciate California beauty.
