Hotel Joaquin

Hotels
9 (395 reviews)
985 North Coast Highway , Laguna Beach , us

Free

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Accommodating staff
Excellent location
Stylish room
Cons:
High resort fees
Noise from PCH
Overpriced for value

Categories

Cleanliness
9
Generally clean with some mentions of small maintenance issues.
Service
9.5
Staff received consistently positive reviews for being friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.5
Highly praised for its desirable location near the beach and city shops.
Room Quality
8.5
Stylish and comfy rooms noted, but concerns about size and privacy.
Amenities
8.5
Good breakfast and activities, but some room price concerns for the value.
Value for Money
8
Considered overpriced by several guests given the amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
9.5
High praise for breakfast, coffee, and bar offerings.
Overall Experience
9.5
Overall guest sentiment was positive with a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 09:26

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Services

Hotel Joaquin in Laguna Beach offers a serene escape with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, a bar, and a restaurant serving delectable Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can start their day with a daily full complimentary breakfast and enjoy the convenience of free WiFi in all rooms. The attentive staff is available 24/7 to cater to every need, ensuring a seamless stay.

Scenic Views and Comfortable Accommodations

Each room at Hotel Joaquin is thoughtfully designed, featuring a coffee machine, a private bathroom with free toiletries, and some even boast picturesque sea views. The cozy seating area in every room provides a perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploration.

Prime Location near Attractions

Conveniently located near Heisler Park and Laguna Art Museum, Hotel Joaquin is the ideal base for exploring Laguna Beach. With Top of the World Laguna Beach just a short distance away, and other attractions like Treasure Island Park and Aliso Beach within easy reach, guests can experience the best of the area.

To experience luxury and relaxation at Hotel Joaquin, book your stay now.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 395 reviews
Cleanliness: 9
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 9.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
L
Loretta couple us
2
Overpriced, Incredibly disappointed and actually in shock at the price verses the zero service
Pros:

For $465 for one nights stay this was the worst value hotel I think I have ever stayed in. There are no facilities, not even a bottle of water in the rooms. the toilet was broken which I ended up fixing myself having to take the top off the toilet top and reattach the plumping as there was no-one on duty to help, I hung my towel on the hook in the bathroom which fell off the wall. To take a bath and use soap you have to step out the bath to reach the attached shower gel on the opposite side of bathroom wall. On the site by other guest it said amazing coffee was delivered to our room,, and breakfast was lovely. I booked this place for my birthday as a special treat for my partner and I. However, we got there to be told there is. no breakfast only drip coffee in the common area in the mornings. No food is served on the premises, no staff customer care, no facilities and not even a bottle of water. There are no TV's or phones in the room so if anything isn't working it's on you to sort out. All in all I would say this place should be advistised as a room to rent nothing more as there is nothing more offered. A very very expensive experience. I have travelled the world and I don't think I've ever given a bad review before but this place was next level bad. the bed mattress was so soft I left next day with back pains. I would say save your money and give this very overpriced place a miss.

Cons:

I have given my reasons above

2026-02-14 via Nuitee
P
Priscilla solo_traveller us
10
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
2
211deidraw Friends getaway Seattle, Washington
10
Great party experience on NYE!
Pros:

Several friends stayed here on the occasion of a birthday dinner party held on New Year's Eve at the hotel. We reserved six rooms and everyone enjoyed their stay.

The dinner party was catered and the food was excellent. It was raining and the dinner had to be moved 'inside' to what is the lobby area. There were other hotel guests who were gracious with 20 people drinking and eating in the space.

Location is ideal for walking and dining opportunities are near by. The hotel does not serve breakfast or other meals. It does have a bar and coffee available in the am.

2026-01-24 via Tripadvisor
S
Sylvie family_with_children us
10
Beautiful hotel with a lovely pool close to the beach!
Pros:

Beautiful pool and rooms- love the bar too

Cons:

No complaints

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
E
Emilie solo_traveller us
10
2026-01-20 via Nuitee
K
Kimberly extended_group us
8
It was great; would stay there again!
Pros:

Property was nice; the power was out, but was not their fault. They handled it very well!

Cons:

Property was nice, but you can hear other people from your room very easily.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
K
Karl couple us
10
Pros:

A superb boutique hotel experience. Quaint, hip, tranquil. Very friendly and attentive staff.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
K
Karina couple us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
O
Oran couple us
8
It was ok
Pros:

Nice location

Cons:

No tv , bath was dirty

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
W
Willbanks couple us
10
2026-01-15 via Nuitee
E
Erin couple us
10
Amazing, highly desirable area. Staff was so accommodating. Everything was perfect
Pros:

It was beautiful

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-30 via Nuitee
M
Maik couple us
8
A charming, intimate boutique hotel with an irresistible retro vibe and perfect Laguna Beach spot.
Pros:

We absolutely loved the location and overall vibe of Hotel Joaquin—it's the perfect spot in Laguna Beach with that dreamy, retro-cool charm that makes you feel relaxed and transported. The hotel feels cozy and intimate, like a stylish hideaway from the past. Best of all, it's incredibly walkable: just steps to beautiful Shaw's Cove beach for snorkeling or relaxing, easy hikes in the nearby hills, or strolls into town. This is exactly the kind of place we'd want to retire to—pure Laguna magic!

Cons:

To be fully transparent, there were a couple of small issues during our stay: the WiFi in the room was quite unreliable (working only about 20% of the time), which was inconvenient given the poor cell service in the area. Also, the bathroom light switch wasn't functioning, so the light stayed on and we had to keep the door closed at night. These were minor hiccups in an otherwise wonderful experience, but worth mentioning for anyone considering a stay.

2025-12-29 via Nuitee
R
Roxana couple us
9
2025-12-26 via Nuitee
A
Alana & Nico couple au
8
2025-12-22 via Nuitee
L
Larry couple us
8
Pros:

We enjoyed Location near beach and city shops.

Cons:

Resort fees are high and we weren't verbally told by staff all of the resort amenities available to us until well into our 6-day stay.

2025-12-15 via Nuitee
4
474jacquelync Couples
10
Beautiful boutique hotel in Laguna - thoughtful touches.
Pros:

Beautiful boutique hotel in Laguna. Just returned from a fabulous weekend. Steps from Shaw's cove which is a stunning beach. Breakfast was outstanding. (how do you get the eggs to taste so good?) Stayed in room Ciel with stunning ocean views. Used the heated pool and a couple beach toys. Very friendly staff. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay - we will be back! (Cant remember the blond guys name at the bar/breakfast but he was delightful- really friendly)

2025-11-10 via Tripadvisor
V
Vacation04695293908 Couples
10
Perfect quick getaway
Pros:

We had an incredible stay at Hotel Joaquin. The staff we warm personable and chill. Everything from the service to the design and location come together to make an unforgettable experience celebrating my girlfriends birthday. We'll definitely be back.

2025-11-04 via Tripadvisor
H
Helena couple nz
5
Stylish comfy rooms but painfully overpriced
Pros:

Stylish room, comfortable bed and pillows, yummy breakfast, activities like yoga offered. Comfy chairs by the pool

Cons:

Offensively overpriced for what it offers. It’s a converted motel so rooms face inward and each other without any privacy. Hotel is on a loud road so you can hear the cars.

2025-11-03 via Nuitee
T
tennis1031 Couples San Diego, California
10
Hidden gem perfection!
Pros:

Staff , staff, staff!!!

Location/overall amenities including beautiful pool and bar onsite

18 and over property

Coffee delivered to your room plus bfast included

Records players in rooms

2025-10-27 via Tripadvisor
A
Aditi couple us
10
Pros:

Stunning property, great staff, delicious coffee and breakfast, walkable to several beaches, safe neighborhood.

2025-10-26 via Nuitee