I searched for a few weeks for a nice romantic hotel in the Newport/Laguna area to spend a couple nights with my wife and finally settled on Casa Laguna based on the reviews.

We were not disappointed.

Its always a little scary to book a trip to a place you've never seen with your own eyes but the testimonies on various websites convinced me it was worth the money.

I'll admit the very first thing that attracted me to this inn was their website. So many other hotels had really crappy sites - their site was attractive, well organized and had prices and nice pictures of the rooms. Well done Casa Laguna Inn.

We stayed in a deluxe garden room - number 22. I wanted to make sure that we had a bathtub and I wasn't too concerned with not having an ocean view. I was concerned that being so close to the highway it might be noisy but that wasn't the case. Once you enter onto the grounds of the inn you really feel like you have been transported out of the busy city.

The room was very clean, bed was comfortable and there were little personal touches like the gift basket with our name on it.

When we wanted to go to the beach they had an umbrella and beach chairs for us to use. There is a nice beach with parking just a short drive away.

They serve horderves and wine every evening which was a fun treat and the breakfast in the morning was amazing. I had steak and eggs both mornings and I don't think I've had a better steak and eggs meal.

If you are looking for a getaway with your wife for a great price I can't recommend Casa Laguna any higher.

We stayed three nights. Here's the bad:
Welcome was non-existent. Nick: Curt, aloof, detached young man at the desk.
Nick not willing to help with our "spa package". Said he would follow thru but never did. It wasn't until the next morning that we resolved the issue with a female at the desk.
Small rooms, in need of updating and a real 'decorators' touch.
2 waters, 2 oranges and 2 cookies in basket upon arrival. Not replenished. For $300. per night, it is simple pleasures and details that make a difference.
Really loud traffic from PCH.
"Balcony" is not one. It is a pathway thru to all the rooms with a bench. No privacy.
Breakfast ends at 10:00. 11:00 is better for people who are on vacation and wanting to 'relax'.
Parking can be challenging.
Here's the good:
Exceptional two hour cocktail time. Good choice of wines, delicious appetizers, different every night.
Zack....a staff member was exceptional and helpful. Smiled, good conversationalist and it showed he loved his job. He has only worked there for one week.
Beautiful and lush grounds, lovely pool area, simple, small, but nice spa.
Good breakfast but certainly not gourmet. Chef could be much more creative.

Just as my husband and I were thinking of spending one night of our Southern California trip in Laguna Beach, we read an article in the New York Times Travel Section about the town and about Casa Laguna in particular. We were not disappointed in either. Casa Laguna Inn provides a magnificent setting for a romantic getaway. Set on terraces on the hill opposite the ocean, the grounds are pictureque and the views are magnificent. Our room had an ocean view and a fireplace. Though small, the room is beautifully appointed and well thought out with all the amenities that one might need. A welcome basket with fruit, cookies and water are a nice touch. In the evening we enjoyed the wine and appetizers as we watched the magnificent pacific sunset from a number of lovely spots on the property. Breakfast alone is worth the price of the room. With a large selection of breakfast entrees to choose from, it was hard to settle on just one - and everything was fresh and delicious. The staff is friendly and accommodating - the setting is quiet and romantic. We will definitely be back!

My husband I stayed here for our anniversary. We absolutely loved this B&B. The room was very nice with a nice view from the patio, fireplace, and huge tub. The breakfast was amazing and the wine and apps in the evening were very good. We had a couples massage and soak in the outdoor soak tub with champagne which was really relaxing and the massage therapists were great. We will definitely be returning. Some reviews said the rooms were too small which I disagree with, they are small but feel cozy and appropriate for a B&B. Also, the parking is not a big deal we had no problem.