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Our top choices for Emerald Bay hotels

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, a sandy beach, and a clear blue sea.

1. Laguna Beach House

Laguna Beach House
3.0 star property
North Laguna, 1.8 km from Emerald Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely stay!"
United States
Alexandra
The price is ฿6,532
฿8,857 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Laguna Beach House
A patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and lush greenery.

2. Crescent Bay Inn

Crescent Bay Inn
2.0 star property
North Laguna, 0.8 km from Emerald Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,011 reviews)
"Value for money. Excellent location. Friendly staff."
United States
Marie Karen
The price is ฿3,558
฿4,056 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Crescent Bay Inn
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large painting of a sunset.

3. 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, (1,712 reviews)
"Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Christie
The price is ฿4,515
฿4,975 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Ayres Hotel Laguna Woods - Aliso Viejo
A modern lounge area with seating arrangements, a staircase, and a view of the upper floors.

4. 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, (1,817 reviews)
"Nice beds and breakfast!"
United States
Christian
The price is ฿5,524
฿6,087 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport
A modern restaurant with a sunset mural, contemporary furniture, and a view of the ocean.

5. Hyatt Regency Irvine

Hyatt Regency Irvine
4.0 star property
14.1 km from Emerald Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,185 reviews)
"Such a beautiful stay"
United States
CRISTOFER
The price is ฿7,542
฿8,311 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hyatt Regency Irvine
A modern interior with a large glass wall, a dining area with a long table and chairs, a sofa set, and a staircase.

6. Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport

Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
3.5 star property
14.7 km from Emerald Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,500 reviews)
"Great place to visit"
Canada
Peter
The price is ฿4,175
฿5,343 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sonesta Irvine John Wayne Airport
An outdoor bar area with seating, a fire pit, and a bar stocked with bottles.

7. Costa Mesa Marriott

Costa Mesa Marriott
4.0 star property
16.6 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,740 reviews)
"Very nice place and excellent location!"
United States
Ameli
The price is ฿4,815
฿5,354 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Costa Mesa Marriott
A modern dining area with a long table, multiple chairs, a potted plant, and a kitchen area with appliances and a coffee station.

8. 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, (1,051 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good and the front desk was especially knowledgeable and helpful"
United States
Tyler
The price is ฿4,114
฿4,533 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Irvine-Orange County Airport
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by potted plants and a well-maintained lawn.

9. Laguna Hills Lodge

Laguna Hills Lodge
2.5 star property
11.2 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,712 reviews)
"Very clean, great breakfast, nice staff"
United States
Juliana
The price is ฿3,297
฿3,626 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Laguna Hills Lodge
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass-top fire feature, and a brick wall backdrop.

10. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"This property was clean, friendly staff , excellent breakfast and the bar staff at night was the best."
United States
Timothy
The price is ฿4,848
฿5,342 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hyatt House Irvine/John Wayne Airport
A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, a red armchair, and a sofa.

11. 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, (1,142 reviews)
"Very nice and clean resort! Amazing staff!!"
United States
PENG
The price is ฿4,998
฿5,548 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Best Western Plus Newport Mesa Inn
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

12. Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest

Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
3.0 star property
11.8 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (972 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and quiet"
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿4,666
฿5,141 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Homewood Suites by Hilton Irvine Spectrum Lake Forest
A resort pool area with multiple swimming pools, lounge chairs, and tables.

13. 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, (1,008 reviews)
"Very food location and rood condition & meals and pool"
South Korea
SUNG JAE
The price is ฿6,835
฿7,531 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hyatt Regency Newport Beach West
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a high ceiling.

14. 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)
"Very helpful staff, clean room, quick room service, and very good food."
United States
Jodee
The price is ฿4,606
฿5,121 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Ayres Hotel Costa Mesa/Newport Beach
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum

Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum
3.5 star property
11.9 km from Emerald Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,681 reviews)
"Stayed here after seeing good reviews and confimed it's great! Beds were super comfy and the rooms were very clean."
United States
John
The price is ฿3,394
฿3,733 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn & Suites Irvine Spectrum
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with curtains.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
2.5 star property
21.5 km from Emerald Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,238 reviews)
"Nice room, friendly reception, yummy breakfast with many options."
United States
Rebecca
The price is ฿3,737
฿4,230 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Ana - Orange County by IHG
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a pool in the background.

17. 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, (1,197 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room …I’ll stay here next time."
United States
Kuoliang
The price is ฿3,291
฿3,725 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn & Suites Orange County John Wayne Airport
A hotel room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of palm trees through the window.

18. Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG

Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG
3.5 star property
16.2 km from Emerald Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,375 reviews)
"The facility is very good maintenance clean top to bottom the staff very friendly close to many diverse places to have a good time including beaches"
United States
Emilio
The price is ฿4,680
฿5,063 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Crowne Plaza Costa Mesa Orange County by IHG
A hotel lobby with yellow seating, a reception desk, and a visible 'Wyndham Hotel' sign.

19. Wyndham Anaheim

Wyndham Anaheim
3.5 star property
29.5 km from Emerald Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,887 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Makayla
The price is ฿6,210
฿7,266 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wyndham Anaheim
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

20. Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG

Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
3.0 star property
17.9 km from Emerald Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,616 reviews)
"Convenient location to Airport and other amenities. I've stayed here a couple times and usually pick it if I'm in the area."
United States
Camilla
The price is ฿4,201
฿4,755 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Holiday Inn Santa Ana-Orange Co. Arpt by IHG
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Where to stay in Emerald Bay

Find the best Emerald Bay areas 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 lifeguard tower at Laguna Beach with a yellow flag, established in 1929.
Photo by Janine K.
Open Photo by Janine K.

Downtown Laguna Beach

If you're spending some time in Downtown Laguna Beach, Main Beach and Heisler Park are top sights worth seeing.

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 coastal town with a beach, ocean, and hills.

Laguna Village

While visiting Laguna Village, you might make a stop by sights like Main Beach and Cleo Street Beach.

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.

Top Emerald Bay Hotel Reviews

Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim

10/10 Excellent
"It was nice and accommodating"
Marsha 3-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hilton Anaheim

Frequently asked questions

What is Emerald Bay like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Laguna Beach's Emerald Bay neighbourhood. Make sure that you visit Crystal Cove State Park and Crystal Cove State Park as part of your Emerald Bay travel plans.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Emerald Bay area?
Book one of Expedia's 6 hotels and other accommodation options 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 before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in Emerald Bay.
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 neighbourhood. 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.