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Located in Laguna Beach, California, the Inn at Laguna Beach is an upscale 3-star hotel. It's just a 4-minute walk from Main Beach Park and 3 miles (4.8 km) from Crystal Cove State Park and the Pacific Marine Mammal Center. Elegant bungalow-style rooms and suites feature plantation shutters, beds with comfort mattress toppers, dining areas, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers and mini-fridges. Some rooms also offer a balcony with ocean views. The hotel offers free wine tastings in the lobby or on the rooftop terrace, which boasts panoramic views. There's also a trendy bar, outdoor pool, laundry service and parking at an additional cost. A nearby Mexican restaurant offers meals at the poolside or on the terrace. The hotel's location is ideal, close to downtown, the beach, stores, sights, restaurants and bars.