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The coast stretching between Los Angeles and San Diego has a number of beach towns and resorts, including Laguna Beach, Carlsbad and La Jolla, all offering thriving arts communities, boutique shopping, fine dining and numerous festivals throughout the year. The coastline boasts great beaches, small coves, surfing, sea kayaking and other water sports, and a chance to rest and relax for a few days and soak up some California sunshine.

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Pacific Coast Highway: San Francisco to San Diego Coastal Drive- 14n

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Suggested Accommodation- Laguna Beach

Casa Laguna Hotel & Spa
Moderate
From £176 per room per night
This unique 1920s mission-style property is set on a hillside with tropical gardens, patios and views of the Pacific Ocean. The hotel is set in a central location steps away from ‘Main beach’, Heisler Park and some of California’s best hiking trails. 

This award winning retreat is a great place to relax and unwind at the beach or to enjoy the many shops and galleries of Laguna Beach and the other Southern California attractions. There is an outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, spa, restaurants and rooftop bar. Casa Laguna has 20 rooms all of which vary, but have iron and ironing board, hairdryer, flat screen TV, refrigerator and coffee maker. Rates include a full breakfast.
Inn at Laguna Beach 
Moderate
From £247 per room per night
This boutique hotel is located in the heart of Laguna Beach, just a short walk from the beaches, restaurants and shops.

The hotel’s 70 newly-appointed guest rooms are light and bright and have flat screen televisions, refrigerators, coffee makers, and Wi-Fi. Some also offer balconies with ocean views. Onsite amenities include an outdoor heated pool, hot tub, restaurant and rooftop bar with breath-taking views of the Pacific Ocean. Complimentary breakfast is also included in the price. 
Laguna Brisas Hotel 
Moderate
From £166 per room per night
This recently renovated property is located on South Coast Highway, close to restaurants and just 99 steps away from the beach. 

The hotel features 66 well-appointed guest rooms which include high speed WiFi, mini refrigerator, high-speed WiFi, coffee maker, hair dryer and flat screen TV with premium channels. All rooms have a Jacuzzi bath, coffee maker, iron and ironing board and hairdryer. The hotel offers an outdoor heated pool, hot tub and a scenic rooftop terrace. 

Suggested Accommodation- La Jolla

Inn by the Sea at La Jolla
Moderate
From £148 per room per night
This boutique hotel in downtown La Jolla offers coastal breezes and inspired views. Located in “The Heart of the Village”, the Inn by the Sea is close to beaches, dining options, local culture, art galleries and chic boutiques.

This hotel has 129 guest rooms that will provide you with a view of the vibrant La Jolla Village or the sun-soaked Pacific Ocean. Amenities you will find in each room include complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, a balcony, HD TV with over 100 channels, coffee maker, refrigerator, hair dryer, and an iron and ironing board. The hotel also features a large pool. 
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