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The Tides Laguna Beach

2.0 star property
Motel near Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach

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An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, seating area, and potted plants.
A building with a white exterior, a balcony with white railings, and hanging white flowers.
A building with a sign reading "TIDES" and a vehicle parked in front.
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a building with a tiled roof.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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460 N. Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651
  • Place, Heisler Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Beach Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view into the kitchen.

Room, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a small table, and a decorative mirror on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a framed painting on the wall, and a small nightstand with a telephone.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a mirror, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a chair, a lamp, and a suitcase.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a wardrobe.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a wooden bed, a red lamp, a chair, and a rug.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

Room (2 Extra Long Full Beds)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Laguna Beach

North Laguna stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this North Laguna motel, you'll find Heisler Park and Shaws Cove Beach. Main Beach and Laguna Art Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Heisler Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Shaws Cove Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Main Beach Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center - 22 min drive
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Urth Caffe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finney’s Crafthouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • Larsen

About this property

The Tides Laguna Beach

Motel near Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
As a guest of The Tides Laguna Beach, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Tides Laguna Beach also features a picnic area and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This Laguna Beach motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1949
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
The Tides Laguna Beach offers 21 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Laguna Beach Tides
Tides Laguna Beach
Tides Motel Laguna Beach
Tides Laguna Beach Motel
The Tides Laguna Beach Motel
The Tides Laguna Beach Laguna Beach
The Tides Laguna Beach Motel Laguna Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Tides Laguna Beach to the airport?

The Tides Laguna Beach is 17.2 mi (31-min drive) away from the John Wayne Airport (SNA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Tides Laguna Beach?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tides Laguna Beach on Sep 7, 2026 start from $241, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Tides Laguna Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Tides Laguna Beach.

How close is The Tides Laguna Beach to the beach?

This motel is a short 3-minute walk from Heisler Park and 5-minute walk from Shaws Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Tides Laguna Beach offer free breakfast?

The Tides Laguna Beach does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Tides Laguna Beach?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Casino San Clemente (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Tides Laguna Beach?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Tides Laguna Beach?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does The Tides Laguna Beach have a pool?

The Tides Laguna Beach features an outdoor pool.

Does The Tides Laguna Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Tides Laguna Beach to downtown Laguna Beach?

The Tides Laguna Beach is 0.5 mi away from Laguna Beach.

The Tides Laguna Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 781 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute motel. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mutya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was great! Staff so welcoming and had beach towels for us to use since we didn't pack any.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, very friendly and warm staff, beach towels and chairs and umbrellas available, spacious room. Very happy with our stay overall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool and location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

J Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, great location, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Spotless comfortable room, friendly and accommodating staff that went above and beyond. Well located with easy walk into town. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and charming ambience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean, great location,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, nice, clean hotel with good parking and pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and check-in. Convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Tides is a lovely place. It’s our paradise in Laguna Beach.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was secure and close by. Kitchen was well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laguna is perfection. This sweet hotel makes it even more perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room, close to the beach and everything, nice pool, noise air conditioning and sometimes the surroundings. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute beach cottage feel. Very pleasant and welcoming staff. Dog friendly. Close and easy access to beach and downtown Laguna,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ERIN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, the room was cute, property was very nice
Welcome letter along with two waters and cookies
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. The hotel is very tiny, which we loved and close to the beach. Perfectly located next to the beach & restaurants. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room waa cozy and perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Staff was great. Location and price were both excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place period.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer friendly well msintained
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike and Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly accommodating staff.GreT location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, exceptionally well located hotel with amazing staff. This place has everything you need including a nice heated pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

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