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Planning a Budget-Friendly Stay in Laguna Beach

May 24, 2024

Affordable Places to Stay:

The best part is, there is no bad time to visit, Laguna Beach is gorgeous year-round! Laguna’s peak seasons are Spring and Summer, hotel prices are typically at their highest price points. Try booking Fall and Winter, during our off-season for the lowest room rates. Fun fact, our waters are clearest during off-season and the beaches are far less crowded! The weather is relatively warm still, and the sunsets are just that much better too!

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Sonder Woods Cove, Sonder La Ensenada

Manzanita Cottages

La Casa Del Camino

Dining on a Dime:

There is no shortage of amazing food spots in town, no matter your budget, there are a ton of great affordable options in town. Take advantage of some of Laguna’s best Happy Hours and Taco Tuesday deals too where you can grab brews and bites for under $5!

Breakfast: SouthSwell Donuts, Heidelburg Café, Orange Inn, Ruby’s Diner, Shirley’s Bagels

Lunch: Jan’s Health Bar, Alohana Bowls, Rasta Taco, Slice Pizza, Poke Tiki, Lost Pier Café, Wigz Sandwiches

Dinner: Finney’s Crafthouse, The Taco Stand, Laguna Beer Company, Seabutter, Thai Brothers, Ahba

Transportation Tips:

Take the Laguna Beach Trolley that runs every day through town or the "Laguna Beach Local" for on demand transit service in town. Both options are completely free and save you from the hassle of parking and driving in Laguna Beach.

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