The Ranch at Laguna Beach
Resort hotel · Laguna Beach
31106 Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Highlights
Relaxing canyon retreat offering golf, spa, and farm-to-table dining
Relaxing canyon retreat offering golf, spa, and farm-to-table dining
"Recommended as an ideal Orange County stay for a wellness-focused trip, set in lush Aliso Canyon and suited for travelers seeking spa, nature, and restorative experiences in spring." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Why we love it: An iconic luxury hotel set on 87 acres where the canyons meet the sea The Highlights: - A parklike setting between the canyons and ocean - A unique backstory as a homestead in the 1870s and a golf course in the 1950s - Enough activities to keep everyone busy, from bocce to meditation to bird-watching The Review: The swanky “Ranch at LB,” as it’s known, builds on the success of a 1950s golf course carved into the lush walls of Aliso and Wood canyons. Now a National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World, the property captures the essence of Laguna Beach, marrying the land and sea. Accommodations range from spacious rooms to creek-side suites and even a two-bedroom, 1,600-square-foot tree house. A beachy palette prevails throughout, punctuated by dark wood and leather pieces that evoke a Mission Revival feel. Ranch amenities include the golf courseand the Sycamore Spa by Hudson, which pampers guests with everything from jade roller massages to French green clay facials. There’s also a complimentary shuttle that runs down to the beach as well as extensive programming, including poolside yoga, gardening classes, and even a Junior Explorers summer program. Among the three restaurants on-site, Harvest shines brightest, diving deep into the area’s terroir and history of organic farming, brewing, and oenology with dishes like fig-and-prosciutto flatbread and espresso-braised short ribs with ancho-chili barbecue sauce. A popular wedding venue, the Ranch can accommodate up to 350 guests on the fairways, but also boasts more intimate venues like a Girl Scout camp that was active from the 1920s to the ’50s."
"Align with places such as The Ranch at Laguna Beach, which gifts personal Pathwater aluminum bottles to guests, which can be filled with their reverse-osmosis-cleaned water."
"Located in The Aliso and Wood Canyons, this 3,000 square feet property offers 360-degree views, an outdoor heated pool, spa treatments, a sand volleyball court and the 9-hole par 32 Ben Brown's Golf Course. Each accommodation includes free WiFi. Each accommodation at The Ranch at Laguna Beach feature furnished balconies or patios. They feature a cable TV equipped with HBO film channels. Harvest Restaurant specializes in American and California cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the bar. In-room dining allows guests to enjoy food and drinks from the comfort of their room and the Pond Pool Bar allows guest to soak up the sun while enjoying food and drinks poolside. Golf rental sets are available. Guests can also enjoy nearby surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, and whale and dolphin watching. Mountain biking and hiking opportunities are also offered nearby. Free valet and self-parking is provided for guests. A 24-hour fitness centre is available to guests. Dana Point Harbor is 12.8 km away from The Ranch at Laguna Beach. Los Angeles International Airport 1 hours’ drive away. John Wayne Santa Ana Airport is 20 miles away." - My Boutique Hotel (en)
"Despite what you may have seen on television, Laguna Beach isn’t just the sunny playground of privileged teenagers with expensive highlights and flashy sportscars. Indeed, Laguna Beach isn’t even entirely about the beach. Just paces away from the sand and surf, the land rises up into rocky hills and quiet canyons that have long attracted painters, writers, and musicians. The newly opened Ranch at Laguna Beach is an expression of that bohemian spirit, of the creative community that put this city on the map as an artist’s enclave years before it developed into the resort town it is today." - Tablet Hotels
