Laguna Beach, United States
Montage Laguna Beach: 30-acre coastal bluff sanctuary in Laguna Beach with iconic mosaic pool, Studio dining, and Spa Montage
Perched majestically atop a 50-foot coastal bluff overlooking the crashing waves and golden sandy coves of the Pacific Ocean in Laguna Beach in southern California, Montage Laguna Beach opened in February 2003 as the flagship founding property of Montage Hotels & Resorts. Holding Two Michelin Keys and Forbes Five-Star accolades across hotel, restaurant, and spa, the 259-room Craftsman-style coastal estate is an American icon. The world-famous sunburst mosaic-tiled swimming pool, direct stairway access to Treasure Island Beach, the fine dining restaurant Studio, and the 20,000-square-foot Spa Montage establish Montage Laguna Beach as California’s premier seaside resort.
Arrival introduces travelers to quintessential Southern California coastal grandeur: personal hosts greet guests in the two-story Craftsman lobby framed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Pacific with fresh hibiscus lemonade. Day-one logistics focus on coordinating bespoke Laguna Beach coastal, artistic, and aquatic pursuits: swimming and tidepooling at Treasure Island Beach and Goff Cove directly below the bluff, strolling along the public blufftop park with native coastal flora, browsing the 100+ world-renowned art galleries in downtown Laguna Beach (5 minutes away), whale watching and dolphin spotting from the oceanfront lawns, taking private surfing or paddleboarding lessons, and reserving dinner at Studio.
Blufftop living balances seaside leisure with monumental wellness: the 20,000-square-foot Spa Montage features an outdoor ocean-facing lap pool, eucalyptus steam rooms, redwood saunas, and botanical therapies utilizing marine minerals. Dining spans modern coastal fine dining at Studio, French-American bistro classics at The Loft (with an artisanal cheese gallery), open-air dining at Mosaic Bar and Grille, and sunset cocktails with live piano in the Lobby Lounge.
Accommodations comprise 259 rooms, luxury suites, and standalone beachfront bungalows ranging from 50 to 280 square metres. Each room features authentic Craftsman wood and stone furnishings, private balconies with 180-degree Pacific Ocean views, plush king beds, and marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs.
Coastal connoisseurs, romance seekers, and luxury families seeking Forbes Five-Star blufftop oceanfront prestige, the iconic mosaic pool, and direct beach cove access in Laguna Beach should book Montage Laguna Beach without hesitation. Travelers seeking sterile highway motels should look elsewhere. Grounded review consensus confirms legendary standing with a 4.8 out of 5 on Tripadvisor across 3,400 reviews and a 4.7 out of 5 on Google across 3,800 reviews.
First day
- Arrive on the Laguna Beach bluff and take in the panoramic Pacific Ocean view from the lobby.
- Check into your Ocean Suite, step onto the balcony, and watch the waves crash on the rocks below.
- Dine on fresh coastal cuisine at The Loft.
What guests say
Hotel Flock Score
Exceptional
Based on 7.2k published ratings
Category breakdown
Guests Love
Iconic Blufftop Pacific Ocean Grandeur
Guests revere the mosaic pool, direct Treasure Island beach access, Forbes 5-star service, and 2 Michelin Keys.
Spa Montage & The Loft Dining
Reviewers consistently praise the 20,000 sq ft oceanfront spa, artisanal cheese bar, and sunset views from Lobby Lounge.
Guests Warn
Classic Craftsman Architecture
Visitors love the timeless California wood-and-stone aesthetic.
Tidepool & Beach Exploration
Travelers celebrate the crystal-clear cove waters and coastal paths.
The overall score is a review-count-weighted average of named public platforms, normalized to /10. Category scores — including cleanliness and location — are Hotel Flock editorial readings of those reviews, not a platform's private formula. Hotel Flock is not affiliated with Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trivago, or any other review site.
Awards & Recognition
Forbes Five-Star Coastal Resort Landmark
Forbes Travel Guide
MICHELIN Guide Two Keys
MICHELIN Guide
In the stay
- Full access to the iconic mosaic swimming pool, beach chairs, umbrellas, and towels
- Access to Spa Montage lap pool, steam rooms, saunas, and 24-hour oceanfront fitness center
- Complimentary morning beach yoga classes, bluff walking paths, and high-speed Wi-Fi
Usually extra
- –Studio fine dining multi-course degustations and sommelier reserve wine pairings
- –Spa Montage customized Swiss skincare treatments and private surfing/paddleboarding lessons
Good to Know
- The 30-acre coastal bluff estate features 259 rooms in Laguna Beach, California, holding 2 Michelin Keys.
- Includes famous mosaic-tiled pool, Studio restaurant, 20,000 sq ft Spa Montage, and direct Treasure Island Beach access.
- Located on South Coast Highway, a 25-minute drive from John Wayne Orange County Airport (SNA) or 60 minutes from LAX.
Editor's Note
Book an Ocean Coastal Suite with a private balcony directly over the crashing waves of Treasure Island cove, and spend the afternoon lounging by the iconic sunburst mosaic-tiled pool.
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Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026