An easy stroll to the ocean. Park the car for free and flip-flop on over.

An easy 1-min jaunt to the sand, and less than a mile from downtown. Also: a 5-min drive to the Laguna Beach Art Museum.

Perfect beach-goer practicality right on the PCH. Capitalize on a Cappy's breakfast with a TidePoole's sandwich for lunch, both are flip-flop distance.

Home to one of the world’s best surf breaks, with staffers to escort you to the best waves.

Cool ocean views from the rooftop hot tub.

Hotel pool for when you feel like getting splashy.

Nails the breezy-beachy thing, from the Spanish-style architecture to ocean-view decks.

Spanish style and red tile set the vacay tone, in case the beachfront location wasn't enough for ya.

Rooms take ya back to the romantic Victorian era (without forgoing mod cons like oversized marble showers, WiFi + gas fireplaces).

Perfectly situated within walking distance of shops, eats and the sands.

Free parking means you're not stuck tracking down a spot.

Coastal style aplenty, ocean views, tech-y app-controlled lighting/temperature and massive flat screens in every room.

Basic neutral palette rocks the occasional bold blue accent wall or a pop of sunny yellow just to keep things interesting.

On the house loaner beach amenities, from towels to toys.

Revamped property transformed from motel to Cali-casual digs.

Oh-so-close to Newport Beach and the sunny sands of Balboa Island.

An easy stroll to the ocean. Park the car for free and flip-flop on over.

Sophisticated modern hotel in the heart of O.C., the garden setting on a man-made lake adds to the peaceful vibe.

The vibe is sleek and chic yet warm and welcoming.

Complimentary breakfast thinks you’re beautiful and should have seconds.

Convenient OC home base, near Irvine Spectrum Center and Laguna Beach.

Hotel pool hits the spot when you need to cool off or swim it out.

Beachy color palette adds oceanside relaxation even when you’re indoors.

Directly across the street from the sun and surf of Doheny State Beach.

24/7 BridgeMart has your back when you forget supplies and want to enjoy the full kitchen.

It’s a Disneyland Resort Good Neighbor Hotel, which means the magic is within walking distance (or hop on the shuttle for a small fee).

The outdoor pool takes vacay vibes to new heights.

Steps (steps!) from the main gates of Disneyland. And that – dear Mickey-eared or thrill-ride-obsessed one – is a tough perk to beat.

Spot-on location if you’re Disneyland-bound – just 4 miles from the park. (Take the easy ART shuttle.)

Spot-on location minutes from the Anaheim Convention Center, Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland (3 blocks away!).