The Tides Laguna Beach

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Crystal Cove State Park

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Room (2 Extra Long Full Beds) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, soundproofing
Courtyard
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • 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
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Orange County, CA (SNA-John Wayne)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Room, Kitchenette

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room (2 Extra Long Full Beds)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Laguna Beach

Located in North Laguna within a 5-minute walk of Heisler Park, The Tides Laguna Beach is within a 15-minute stroll of Shaws Cove Beach. This 21-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Heisler Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Diver's Cove - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Main Beach Park - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Crescent Bay Point Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

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
  • ‪Moulin - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hennessey's Tavern - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Tides Laguna Beach

Motel with free parking, near Crystal Cove State Park
Guests of The Tides Laguna Beach enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers. Free parking is included with your stay. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include a vending machine, barbecue grills, and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, free local calls, and wardrobes or closets.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1949
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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
  • 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

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Is free cancellation available at The Tides Laguna Beach?

The Tides Laguna Beach offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jan 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Tides Laguna Beach on Jan 29, 2026 start from $149.99, excluding 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.

What's there to see close to The Tides Laguna Beach?

This motel is situated in North Laguna, just steps from Heisler Park and Diver's Cove, and within a short walk of Main Beach. You'll also find Main Beach Park and Festival of Arts less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Tides Laguna Beach?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Tides Laguna Beach have a casino?

No, The Tides Laguna Beach doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Tides Laguna Beach?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at The Tides Laguna Beach?

No, but this motel does have a heated pool.

Does The Tides Laguna Beach have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Tides Laguna Beach doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Tides Laguna Beach allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Tides Laguna Beach for a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night.

Does The Tides Laguna Beach have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Where is the closest airport to The Tides Laguna Beach?

The closest major airport to The Tides Laguna Beach is John Wayne Airport (SNA), which is 17.2 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Fullerton, CA (FUL-Fullerton Municipal), which is around 25 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Tides Laguna Beach?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Tides Laguna Beach.

The Tides Laguna Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 776 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 159 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cherita

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saurabh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc, Corona Del Mar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here. Great rates. Excellent location close to downtown Laguna Beach. Super clean, light and bright, excellent staff. We will happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anderson gave 5star customer service! It was raining when I checked out and he offered to carry my luggage out to my car for me. Check-in was a breeze and all the personal touches in the room were wonderful. This hotel is a gem and I will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Access to restaurants, beaches and shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at the Tides 3 times and it's always a treat. Feels like staying at a friends house with a pool!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk gentleman, Anderson was a pleasure to work with. The room was clean, the bed was comfy and our stay was very nice. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place. It was close to everything and the price was very reasonable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!! Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room we stayed in was very clean, the shower was nice , the air conditioner worked great. The only con was we slept on the bottom floor and the people upstairs right above our room stayed up all night long both nights, we could hear everything, every little noise, so when they would walk around it literally sound like they were stomping when they would walk. My husband and I made this trip as our 19 year wedding anniversary and were hoping to rest, sleep in and enjoy ourselves away from our kids, our dogs etc. Next time I make this trip I will definitely make sure NOT to book a dowstair room. The front desk gentleman was friendly and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

marianna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

marianna

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I do not like old furniture.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great service! However, our room had an extremely small shower due to the property’s 80 plus years since opening. Besides that, great place to stay on PCH without spending a fortune.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommend!

Had a wonderful family stay here, boogie boards and beach chairs were a nice surprise! A few room repairs need tending to, but overall great place with chill vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location, location, location!

Everyone working there was helpful, welcoming, and appreciative. We had a very nice room on the top floor facing the ocean. The location of The Tides is what makes it so special. We never needed to use our car. Restaurants, art galleries, lovely shops, entertainment, and the breathtaking views of the ocean from the nearby paved trail were all within walking distance even for me, a woman in her 70s. We hope to return someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scjaniah Mae

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Coziest place to stay by the sea, especially if you want something simple and quaint. The only issue was the connection to the wifi. Other than that, the husband and I agreed we'd choose to stay at this place again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman, Lake Havasu City

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place! Very clean, updated, and great location to the places we wanted to access. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome convenient motel. Staff was friendly and accommodating and we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025