The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel in Pearl District

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A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of the ocean.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a view of the outdoors.
A rooftop pool with a view of the hotel buildings, a lifeguard stand, and lounge chairs.
A beach with two striped beach chairs and a green and white striped umbrella.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, a refrigerator, and a wall-mounted TV.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1600 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651
  • Place, Pearl Street Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Woods Cove
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Queen - Lower Level

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Coastal Queen w/ Balcony - Partial Ocean

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Double Queen, Walk Up

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic Double Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Coastal Double Queen w/ Balcony - Partial Ocean

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Classic King, Walk Up

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Coastal King w/ Balcony - Partial Ocean

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Accessible King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic King - Lower Level

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Double Queen - Lower Level

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Accessible King - Roll in Shower - Lower Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Laguna Beach

Pearl District stay.At this Pearl District hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Woods Cove and Pearl Street Beach. Also, Moss Point Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Main Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Pearl Street Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bluebird Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Woods Cove - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Moss Point Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Main Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Tustin Station - 21 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Taco Stand - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Cliff - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Active Culture - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wigz - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel

3.5-star hotel in Pearl District
The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel also features concierge services and an elevator. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Laguna Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • Towels for the beach
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel offers 66 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 26 per night)

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (54 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Secured self parking fee: USD 26 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 000000

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel to the airport?

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel is 18 mi (39-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel?

As of Oct 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel on Nov 4, 2026 start from CA $172, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel.

How close is The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Woods Cove and 3-minute walk from Pearl Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino San Clemente (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 26 per night.

Does The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel have a pool?

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel to downtown Laguna Beach?

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel is 1.1 mi away from Laguna Beach.

The Mara Laguna Beach an AvantStay Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 205 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel the staff were friendly and the closeness to the shops and beaches was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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it was a nice hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with walking distance to the beach and nearby shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean we enjoyed our stay the staff is super nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was 10/10 customer service. It was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly accommodating staff, nice private balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, great staff, we loved the heated pool jacuzzi and the balcony. Great walk to the main beach area with tons of shops, eateries along the way.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ops Mgr Ruben Adali and check in staff were excellent ensuring our stay was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Only stayed one night but will definitely stay again! Such a comfortable bed and spacious room, and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice decor in the rooms
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so friendly and helpful. Room was clean, great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, beautiful rooftop deck with heated pool, hot tub and updated rooms. Amazing staff Ruben and Adali automated/online processes for check-in were
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent. Free water bottles and donuts were helpful. Allowance to use beach umbrellas and chairs were awesome too. Good location close to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly and accommodating and the hotel was pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great, room was perfect. Location is perfect! Will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was fantastic, very helpful! The property was clean and easy to get around. Check in and check out was simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful. The poolside terrace had nice ocean views. The location was perfect for spending time both in Laguna Beach and Dana Point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms are bver nice and Clean, staff was out of this world answered and helped with any question I had
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent. I recommend it a 100%!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff and the rooms were clean! Complimentary champagne celebrating a birthday! Will be booking again because the hospitality was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious. Since it’s located on the main street, it was quite noisy. The ocean view room was not quite worth the price since it’s facing the noisy Main Street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place clean updated rooms. Friendly front desk people. Nice pool patio atea and lovely rooftop. There is mo food or drink service available there but lots close by.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were clean, patio furniture comfortable and the staff were amazing. Super friendly and helpful. Looking forward to the next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026