What is Emerald Bay like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Laguna Beach's Emerald Bay neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park as part of your Emerald Bay travel plans.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Emerald Bay area?

Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options in Emerald Bay and start exploring everything Laguna Beach has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Emerald Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Emerald Bay.

What are the top things to see and do in Emerald Bay?

Crystal Cove State Park, Crystal Cove State Park and Emerald Bay Beach are just a few attractions to check out in Emerald Bay. A visit to Cameo Cove Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Crescent Bay Beach, Shaws Cove Beach and Diver's Cove are just a few of the places to visit in and around Emerald Bay. Diver's Cove Beach and Glenn E. Vedder Ecological Reserve - Underwater Park and Tidepools are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Laguna Beach.

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A patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and lush greenery.

1. Crescent Bay Inn

North Laguna, 0.8 km from Emerald Bay

Joleen

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

2. Laguna Beach House

North Laguna, 1.8 km from Emerald Bay

Sydney

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

3. Laguna Hills Lodge

11.2 km from Emerald Bay

Evgeniya

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a sofa, chairs, and tables, connected to an indoor space with a kitchen visible through glass doors.

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

7.9 km from Emerald Bay

Lin

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

11.7 km from Emerald Bay

Mattie

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

6. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

9.6 km from Emerald Bay

Xiao Rong

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

11.9 km from Emerald Bay

mohamed

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A balcony with a table set for two, overlooking a beach with palm trees.

8. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

16.6 km from Emerald Bay

Amanda

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, marble reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

9. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

11.7 km from Emerald Bay

Vincent

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a view of a building with balconies.

10. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

11.5 km from Emerald Bay

james

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A beach scene with a family holding hands.

11. Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG

12.7 km from Emerald Bay

Scott

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A hotel with a red-tiled roof, palm trees, and a street view.

12. Casablanca Inn

21.4 km from Emerald Bay

A.

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern living room with a staircase, a sofa, and a small dining area.

13. Lemon Heights Inn

20 km from Emerald Bay

James

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

14.3 km from Emerald Bay

Liberty

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a bathroom with a mirror.

15. Harbor bay inn

14.6 km from Emerald Bay

Pamela

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling.

16. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

14.2 km from Emerald Bay

Darold

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern interior with a large glass wall, a dining area with a long table and chairs, a sofa set, and a staircase.

17. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

14.7 km from Emerald Bay

Rosalinda

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

An outdoor bar area with seating, a fire pit, and a bar stocked with bottles.

18. Costa Mesa Marriott

16.6 km from Emerald Bay

Fidel

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

19. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

18 km from Emerald Bay

raymond

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

11.8 km from Emerald Bay

Mark

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Crescent Bay Inn	2.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,005 reviews	View
Laguna Beach House	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Laguna Hills Lodge	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 3,828 reviews	View
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,735 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,225 reviews	View

Where to stay in Emerald Bay

Find the best Emerald Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Emerald Bay

A coastal landscape with clear blue water, sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and palm trees.

South Laguna

While visiting South Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Thousand Steps Beach and Aliso Beach.

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A lifeguard tower at Laguna Beach with a yellow flag, established in 1929.

Downtown Laguna Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Laguna Beach, Main Beach and Heisler Park are top sights worth seeing.

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A coastal staircase with palm trees, leading to the ocean.

North Laguna

If you're spending some time in North Laguna, Shaws Cove Beach and Crescent Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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A coastal landscape with clear blue waters, rocky shores, and palm trees.

Hip District

While visiting Hip District, you might make a stop by sights like Cleo Street Beach and Bluebird Beach.

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A coastal town with a beach, ocean, and hills.

Laguna Village

While visiting Laguna Village, you might make a stop by sights like Main Beach and Cleo Street Beach.

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Top Emerald Bay Hotel Reviews

The Westin Anaheim Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great food and service."

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

8/10 Good

"The property is clean with a good size pool; no jacuzzi. It does have a fitness center. The property offers shuttle service to the parks however it is a shared service with other properties. You are better off walking to the Toy Story parking lot to catch their shuttle. The front office staff have no idea the times other than every 30 mins which is not exact. The rooms are spacious and have a safe which is a plus. No continental breakfast but they offer you a vodka pineapple drink for free upon checkin. IHOP is right next door and is open 24/7. Walls are semi thin. Plenty of parking in the back."

The Anaheim Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Extremely friendly staff special shout out to Alice S and Josua that made sure we had a smooth and excellent stay. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Amazing place to stay for anyone who loves staying near the Disney properties as the walk from the parks is quick and easy. This hotel never disappoints! Can’t wait to stay again soon!"

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1. Crescent Bay Inn

2. Laguna Beach House

3. Laguna Hills Lodge

4. Homewood Suites by Hilton Aliso Viejo - Laguna Beach

5. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

6. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

8. Beachfront Inn and Suites at Dana Point

9. Best Western Plus Irvine Spectrum Hotel

10. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

11. Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach by IHG

12. Casablanca Inn

13. Lemon Heights Inn

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

15. Harbor bay inn

16. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

17. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

18. Costa Mesa Marriott

19. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

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Top Emerald Bay Hotel Reviews

The Westin Anaheim Resort

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