as a forty year visitor to laguna beach, i've stayed in many hotels ranging from the montage and surf and sand (two of the most expensive hotels) to the smaller, independently owned hotels. when i needed a room during the height of this past season, my regular hotel was sold out and i was referred to the art hotel. i... more

you are close to crescent beach. you are on the free trolley line. you are near many fine restaurants. nice outdoors corridors, open spaces with sitting areas. very friendly hosts, accomodating & warm. more

We really enjoyed our recent stay at The Art Hotel and this was largely due to the warmth of the manager, Gail Duncan. She was so helpful and friendly that we felt as if we were staying with a friend. Mrs Duncan is keen to give the Hotel a character all its own (she and her husband have only recently... more

Let me first say that I had planned a beach retreat for my family whom included myself, my husband, my children, my mom , my grandma, my 2 aunts as well as my niece and nephew. I was looking for something on a budget since this would be a 2 night stay for 3 rooms. Let me tell you, I... more

My sister and I are here in California for a few months taking care of my Mom's estate (she passed away in January). During the course of remodeling her home, we needed a place to stay during the demolition. We wanted to stay in Laguna Woods (about 10 miles inland from Laguna Beach) but couldn't find anything for less than... more

After travelling around California on a budget we thought this place was a great find. Rooms were large and very clean with all amentities needed and a small balcony (which we could actually see the sea from). We were delighted that it had a pool albeit a small one, but wouldnt have thought we'd have got a place with a... more

Even on Trip Advisor and in the travel guides, this place is listed as 1 star and now I know why ..... but due to the reviews (written by the owners????) I was suckered into giving it a try....; My bad..... never again. It is NOT in a great location. You cannot see the beach. The major roadway is right... more

I absolutely loved the weekend I spent at the Best Inn Hotel in Laguna! My boyfriend and I needed somewhere to stay last minute and the only hotels listed on the travel websites were in Anaheim, etc so we just showed up in town and got lucky! The room was perfect for our needs and we were so close to... more

Clean and comfortable rooms. Young, the owner, was so accommodating and friendly. He made my bithday weekend in Laguna very pleasant. He was welcoming and helpful. If you are looking for an affordable room in Laguna with great service I highly recommend this hotel. We will definitily be back. more