Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Laguna Beach travel guide

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With a population of 22,723, Laguna Beach is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Laguna Beach deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Laguna Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, Maro Wood Grill (1915 S Coast Hwy) and Las Brisas (361 Cliff Dr) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Nirvana by Chef Lindsay (303 Broadway, Ste 101) and Oto Sushi (370 Glenneyre St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Laguna Beach.

When to visit Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach in April
Estimated hotel price
$325
1 night at 3-star hotel
Laguna Beach in April
Estimated hotel price
$325
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Laguna Beach in August, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Laguna Beach, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Laguna Beach

Plane

When flying to Laguna Beach, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Laguna Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Laguna Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Laguna Beach, followed by AccesRail.

Car

Another option to get to Laguna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 47 miles from Laguna Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

When flying to Laguna Beach, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 10 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Laguna Beach include American Airlines, Air Canada and Alaska Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Laguna Beach departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Laguna Beach, followed by AccesRail.

Car

Another option to get to Laguna Beach is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 47 miles from Laguna Beach. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Laguna Beach

SANSan Diego
LAXLos Angeles
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Laguna Beach

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,500 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,032 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,779 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,007 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,484 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (865 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,416 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,247 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
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Where to stay in Laguna Beach

From 5-star hotels such as the Montage Laguna Beach to great affordable options like the 14 West Laguna Beach, Laguna Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $199 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $836 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Laguna Riviera and Art Hotel Laguna Beach. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Laguna Beach, with prices from $89 to $1,141 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Laguna Beach are about 105% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Laguna Beach by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Laguna Beach

Most booked hotels in Laguna Beach

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The Ranch at Laguna Beach
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 383 reviews)
$455+
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Surf & Sand Laguna Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 879 reviews)
$817+
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Hyatt Regency Irvine
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 714 reviews)
$185+
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Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 348 reviews)
$579+
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Montage Laguna Beach
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, 185 reviews)
$855+
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Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa Newport Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1031 reviews)
$137+
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Renting a car in Laguna Beach

Renting a car in Laguna Beach costs $30 per day, on average, or $59 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 79% cheaper than airport locations in Laguna Beach.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Laguna Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Laguna Beach is Mini (Toyota Sienna or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Honda Odyssey or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Laguna Beach costs $30 per day, on average, or $59 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 79% cheaper than airport locations in Laguna Beach.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Laguna Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Laguna Beach is Mini (Toyota Sienna or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Honda Odyssey or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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