Crescent Bay Inn, nestled in North Laguna, offers a warm welcome with a garden and cozy fireplace in the lobby. Connect to WiFi, unwind with a newspaper or coffee/tea in the lobby. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Sawdust Art Festival Grounds - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 25 min drive
Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) - 41 min drive
Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal) - 45 min drive
Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 23 min drive
San Clemente Pier Station - 24 min drive
Orange Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Urth Caffe - 18 min walk
Las Brisas - 19 min walk
Starbucks - 2 min drive
Succulent Coffee - 2 min drive
Hennessey's Tavern - 2 min drive
About this property
Crescent Bay Inn
At Crescent Bay Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Crystal Cove State Park and Pelican Hill Golf Course. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkeling. This luxurious hotel is also within a short drive of Fashion Island and University of California, Irvine. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
29 rooms
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
DONE
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
47-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Crescent Bay Inn Laguna Beach
Crescent Bay Inn
Crescent Bay Laguna Beach
Crescent Bay Hotel Laguna Beach
Crescent Bay Inn Hotel
Crescent Bay Inn Laguna Beach
Crescent Bay Inn Hotel Laguna Beach
Frequently asked questions
Does Crescent Bay Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Crescent Bay Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Crescent Bay Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Crescent Bay Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Crescent Bay Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Crescent Bay Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and snorkeling. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Crescent Bay Inn like?
Crescent Bay Inn is located near Crescent Bay Beach in North Laguna, a short 15-minute walk from Heisler Park and 6 minutes' walk from Shaws Cove Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for shopping.
Have a question?
AI iconBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Crescent Bay Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Beach
Location
Service staff
Bed
Parking
View
Ocean
Walking
Car
What guests liked
The property is conveniently located within a 3-minute walk to the beach, offering easy access and stunning views. (56 reviews)
Staff provided recommendations for nearby restaurants and were helpful in guiding guests to local dining options. (3 reviews)
Parking was easy and convenient, with ample space available on the property. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 9, 2025
Great hotel. Close to beach.
Jordan
Jordan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2025
Weekend in Laguna
Darling sea side hotel. Super clean, easy walk to Crescent Bay and the staff is lovely. I would stay here again.
Robyn
Robyn, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Great location and service. The couple who run the place were so helpful and friendly!
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Nice Hotel
Very nice Hotel. Sal is very welcoming and helpful. The room was very clean and nice. Easy Trolly or Lyft to downtown. Will definitely stay again when in town.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Great value!
Great location and value
Candice
Candice, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 10, 2025
Would stay again!
Great location, friendly owners, comfortable room
Nadia
Nadia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 19, 2025
Wonderful location.
Anna
Anna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2025
Great
Very nice
Valerie
Valerie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Can’t wait to come back !
Karrie
Karrie, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 10, 2025
staff was super friendly and helpful. Location of the hotel is Perfect. Will definitely be staying again soon
zoey
zoey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
We love the hospitality and it’s a very relaxing area we love it here! We will stop by anytime we come to California!
Alejandra
Alejandra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2025
Sal was very informative about the area crescent bay is less than a 5 min walk away which was beautiful by the way. Our stay here was very
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2025
Perfect stay for Crescent Bay! Will be coming back next time!
Alyssa
Alyssa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
The check in was very easy, the front desk gentleman had some great local knowledge and provided information on local transportation, times for the sunset and sunrise, and some restaurant recommendations.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Reasonable price and up from a gorgeous beach.
Terence
Terence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2025
Staff was very kind, friendly & very helpful. Will definitely be going back.
Brittanie
Brittanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 5, 2025
Sal was AMAZING! A beautiful property just steps away from Crescent Bay and the park with incredible 180* views of the beach and cliffs. A must-stay in the Laguna area
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
Great place with close access to beach
Check in was quick and easy, easy access to beach! Clean and comfortable!
Manuel
Manuel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Nice staff and great clean room!
Louie
Louie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Our room was very nicely appointed and was clean. The bed was a comfortable sleep. Sal was great to work with and made us feel welcome. I would definitely stay here again.
Lori
Lori, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
May 25, 2025
Great stay overall. The owners were very sweet. Close to the beach and a quick drive to restaurants. Gave 3 stars because it’s very outdated.
Amee
Amee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2025
Great stay!
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2025
Owners are awesome and helpful.
Leon
Leon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
view
E
E, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 27, 2025
Weekend Getaway
Beautiful view from our room & the location was perfect. Just what we were looking for a few nights away.