Orange County's Best Weekend Getaway Hotel

A lavish Tuscan-style resort—complete with ocean views, full-service spa and golf course—situated high on a bluff in Dana Point.

Reviews:

• “BEST STAFF EVER!”
• “Accommodations nice, service lacking.”
• “Stonehill Tavern was fabulous. Great eateries throughout the property. "
• “Too Expensive for level of service”
• “Way too Pricey for service”

Tips: The onsite 30,000-foot Spa Gaucin offers treatments ranging from hydroptherapy to microdermabrasion; Vogue Salon offers unisex haircuts, manicures and makeup application.

St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach or email St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach

Mickey’s California Craftsman palace provides Disneyland guests with a new level of luxury.

Reviews:

• “Great Hotel, for a stiff price”
• “Can’t Recommend Anything Better!”
• “Can’t get any better!!”
• “Warm and Inviting”
• “elegance in the heart of Disney”

Tips: When booking your room, have the reservations agent add the price of park admission to your package. It’s the same admission price that park-goers pay at the monorail station or front gate, and you won’t have to wait in line.

Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel

Anaheim hotel near Disneyland has 638 rooms and offers guests full amenities such as high speed Internet and concierge service.

Reviews:

• “A Wonderful Hotel”

Tips: This hotel is completely non-smoking.

Anaheim Marriott

A sprawling 30-acre Craftsman-style resort perched atop the cliffs of Laguna Beach.

Reviews:

• “Best place to stay in Orange County”
• “AMAZING!!”
• “My Favorite Hotel EVER!”

Tips: The ocean plays an integral role in the spa’s treatment menu, from hydrotherapy and seaweed mineral baths to beachside yoga, T’ai Chi and meditation. The wellness program includes personalized fitness profiles, nutritional counseling, and holistic wellness.

Montage Resort and Spa or email Montage Resort and Spa

Looking onto Newport Bay, this exclusive hotel and private club offers families and business execs a posh, sporty resort experience.

Reviews:

• “The First Captains Table is TERRIBLE!”
• “Exceeded Expectations”
• “The BEST Weekend Getaway”
• “The best Romantic Place Extremely Clean, Luxurious”

Tips: Don’t let the posh factor scare you off—the hotel rooms can be suprisingly affordable. Check online or via phone.

The Balboa Bay Club & Resort

Cape Cod-style resort atop an oceanside cliff fashioned for romantic getaways, business conventions and special events.

Reviews:

• “AWESOME AWESOME AWESOME”
• “The Best Spa!!!”
• “Great”
• “Top Knotch!”

Tips: Wireless high-speed Internet access is available in guest rooms, lobby, meeting rooms and by the pools.

Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa