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Our top choices for Emerald Bay hotels

A patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and lush greenery.

1. Crescent Bay Inn

Crescent Bay Inn
2.0 star property
North Laguna, 0.8 km from Emerald Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"The owners were so nice and helpful. I was impressed with the room. It was very clean and a beautiful view. It's nice that there is Beach gear free to borrow. I will definitely stay here again."
United States
Elisa
The price is ₩167,130
₩196,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Crescent Bay Inn
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling.

2. Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach

Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
4.0 star property
14.2 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,442 reviews)
"Close to beach and good pool area."
United States
Samantha
The price is ₩190,402
₩211,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

3. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,671 reviews)
"Very nice place. Very nice stay."
United States
Kevin
The price is ₩132,955
₩146,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Laguna Hills Lodge
A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Emerald Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,050 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the front desk was especially knowledgeable and helpful"
United States
Tyler
The price is ₩179,110
₩197,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
A spacious living area with a large wooden table, comfortable seating, a fireplace, and decorative plants.

5. Ayres Hotel Orange

Ayres Hotel Orange
3.5 star property
27.3 km from Emerald Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (3,047 reviews)
"We have stayed here a few times and have enjoyed every one of them."
United States
Anne
The price is ₩181,746
₩200,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Ayres Hotel Orange
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a large window offering a view of the outside.

6. Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North

Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
2.5 star property
18 km from Emerald Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,909 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations, clean, close to everything we needed"
United States
Connie
The price is ₩147,579
₩166,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Best Western Plus Orange County Airport North
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire feature, and a brick wall backdrop.

7. Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport

Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Emerald Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This property was clean, friendly staff , excellent breakfast and the bar staff at night was the best."
United States
Timothy
The price is ₩197,820
₩217,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
A resort pool area with multiple swimming pools, lounge chairs, and tables.

8. Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"My wife and I have a good time, the hotel was clean and the pool was nice."
United States
Carlos
The price is ₩275,126
₩303,175 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
A modern interior with a large glass wall, a dining area with a long table and chairs, a sofa set, and a staircase.

9. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
14.7 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,494 reviews)
"This hotel is much better than i expected!!!"
United States
Yongkai
The price is ₩173,478
₩221,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a staircase, and a view of the upper floors.

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
3.5 star property
15 km from Emerald Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,805 reviews)
"Love staying here everytime"
United States
Lesley
The price is ₩210,044
₩231,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

11. Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.5 star property
11.7 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,202 reviews)
"nice hotel."
United States
Abdul
The price is ₩176,704
₩194,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Garden Inn Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

12. Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo

Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
3.0 star property
9.6 km from Emerald Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,721 reviews)
"I enjoyed everything… staff was great, breakfast was delicious and the hot tub was very relaxing!!"
United States
Traci
The price is ₩181,746
₩200,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a view of a bridge.

13. Orange Grove Inn

Orange Grove Inn
2.5 star property
19.9 km from Emerald Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,657 reviews)
"Best place to stay at"
United States
jocelyn
The price is ₩89,449
₩101,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Orange Grove Inn
A modern restaurant with a sunset mural, contemporary furniture, and a view of the ocean.

14. Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine
4.0 star property
14.1 km from Emerald Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,177 reviews)
"Such a beautiful stay"
United States
CRISTOFER
The price is ₩298,166
₩328,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hyatt Regency Irvine
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a pool in the background.

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Emerald Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,178 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room …I’ll stay here next time."
United States
Kuoliang
The price is ₩135,012
₩152,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a red armchair, and a sofa.

16. Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn

Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
3.0 star property
14.7 km from Emerald Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,149 reviews)
"Very nice and clean resort! Amazing staff!!"
United States
PENG
The price is ₩201,560
₩223,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, orange bar stools, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Emerald Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (2,140 reviews)
"location is great, the hotel is nothing special just average but had a good stay"
United States
bianca
The price is ₩130,561
₩147,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Orange County Airport
A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, palm trees, and a large glass facade.

18. Hyatt Regency Orange County

Hyatt Regency Orange County
4.0 star property
28.1 km from Emerald Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (6,033 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay and very convenient."
United States
Randi
The price is ₩174,427
₩236,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Hyatt Regency Orange County
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

19. OC Hotel Costa Mesa

OC Hotel Costa Mesa
2.5 star property
14.4 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,530 reviews)
"I would stay here again"
United States
michael
The price is ₩177,489
₩197,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
OC Hotel Costa Mesa
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a stone fire pit, and a view of a building with balconies.

20. Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum

Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
3.0 star property
11.5 km from Emerald Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,994 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Rachel
The price is ₩113,439
₩125,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sonesta Select Laguna Hills Irvine Spectrum
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Where to stay in Emerald Bay

Find the best Emerald Bay areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal landscape with clear blue water, sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and palm trees.

South Laguna

While visiting South Laguna, you might make a stop by sights like Thousand Steps Beach and Aliso Beach.

A coastal staircase with palm trees, leading to the ocean.

North Laguna

If you're spending some time in North Laguna, Shaws Cove Beach and Crescent Bay Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A lifeguard tower at Laguna Beach with a yellow flag, established in 1929.
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Open Photo by Janine K.

Downtown Laguna Beach

While visiting Downtown Laguna Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Main Beach and Heisler Park.

A coastal landscape with clear blue waters, rocky shores, and palm trees.

Hip District

While visiting Hip District, you might make a stop by sights like Cleo Street Beach and Bluebird Beach.

A coastal town with a beach, ocean, and hills.

Laguna Village

If you're spending some time in Laguna Village, Main Beach and Cleo Street Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Top Emerald Bay Hotel Reviews

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Great hidden gem near the entrance!"
Jackson 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Lulu, BW Premier Collection

Frequently asked questions

What is Emerald Bay like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Laguna Beach's Emerald Bay neighborhood. Be sure to check out Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park as part of your Emerald Bay travel plans.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Emerald Bay area?
Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodations in Emerald Bay and start exploring everything Laguna Beach has to offer.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Emerald Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Emerald Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Emerald Bay?
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What are the top things to see and do in Emerald Bay?
Crystal Cove State Park, Crystal Cove State Park, and Emerald Bay Beach are just a few attractions to check out in Emerald Bay. A visit to Cameo Cove Beach is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. Crescent Bay Beach, Shaws Cove Beach, and Diver's Cove are just a few of the places to visit in and around Emerald Bay. Diver's Cove Beach and Glenn E. Vedder Ecological Reserve - Underwater Park and Tidepools are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Laguna Beach.

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