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CRYSTAL COVE BEACH COTTAGES, CA

Status: Open year round.   Season Dates

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For the most current information relating to CrystalCoveBeach Cottages.org please visit our comprehensive website, starting with the section GUEST INFORMATION by Clicking Here.
Other informative sections on the website include: RESERVING A COTTAGE; THE COTTAGES; Food Services; Top 10' FAQs; Map & Directions; Registration & Arrival Requirements; Parking; Weather; Check~In/ Check~Out, etc.

This quaint Historic District is directly located in the heart of Crystal Cove State Park's 3.5 miles of pristine coastline; stay right on the beach or overlooking it from a bluff top as each cottage has been painstakingly restored and furnished to recreate Crystal Cove's unique historic beach culture and ambience.

Take a step back in time with a visit to the newly restored Crystal Cove State Park Historic District. Whether in an Individual or Dorm~Style cottage, Crystal Cove Beach Cottages offer gorgeous ocean views, charming historic details, and a glimpse of a uniquely Southern Californian beach community from a bygone era - reserve a stay in your rustic Historic District by the seashore.

Reservations are available year-round.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • ADA Access
  • Biking
  • Bodysurfing
  • Cabins
  • Comfort Station
  • Cottages
  • Cultural Activities
  • Disabled Access Site
  • Exhibit Center
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Parking
  • Restrooms
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Visitors Center
  • Water Sports

Alerts and Important Information

  • >Courtesy Notice to Lodging Guests: Phase II Restoration

    We are excited to announce that in the coming months significant restoration activities will be taking place in the Crystal Cove State Park Historic District as we restore and preserve additional cottages for public use and enjoyment at this historic 'oasis in time.'

    Preservation efforts will focus on the entry 'hollow' area including the old garages; entryway cottages; future public Educational Commons cottages; grounds along the creek and the south beach House Museum. Construction activities will be limited to weekdays only from 7am to 4pm.

    Access to park facilities, including overnight lodging cottages, The Beachcomber Cafe, and the beach, will be maintained.

    For more information, please visit the 'Cottages & Historic District - Phase II Restoration Map' section by Clicking here. or at our website: CrystalCoveBeachCottages.org

    Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Enjoy your stay at Crystal Cove Beach Cottages - your rustic Historic District by the seashore.



  • The person named on the reservation must be present and must provide valid identification at time of Check-In.
  • Check-In time is between 4:00 pm and 9:00 pm. Check-Out time is anytime prior to 11:00am. No Check-In's will be allowed after 9:00 pm since the park gates are closed at that time.
  • Parking entry gates are closed between 10:00 pm and 6:00am daily.
  • Non-registered guests and visitors must vacate park property, including cottages, between 10:00 pm and 6:00 am daily.
  • Upon arrival, guest shall be required to issue a credit card, for authorization [not a charge], serving as a security deposit of $50 for keys, flashlights & linens.
  • No pets are allowed with the exception of certified companion dogs.
  • Smoking is prohibited in all cottages, violations will be charged damage fee(s) up to $250.
  • OPEN FLAMES, are PROHIBITED in the CRYSTAL COVE HISTORIC DISTRICT. Including smoking, charcoal/wood burning barbeques, campfires, candles, incense, tiki torches and other open flames. Self-contained gas canister type BBQ's are permitted on the beach and in approved locations on cottages exterior only.
  • Occupancy loads will be strictly enforced. Any additional guests not listed on the reservation will be charged at Check-In. All guests 4 years old and older will be counted as chargeable guests.
  • Reservation transfers may be permitted following ReserveAmerica guidelines.
  • For the cottages there is a seven night maximum stay limit per customer in a 'rolling' calendar year. Creating multiple user IDs to bypass the seven night rule is not acceptable. Reservations made under individual unique multiple user IDs will not be honored.
  • RATES SHOWN DO NOT INCLUDE APPLICABLE TAXES, OR EXTRA GUEST SERVICE FEES (If applicable).
  • Alcohol possession is strictly prohibited & monitored in all dorm-style cottages.
  • The cottages are operated by a Concessionaire - Discount passes issued by California State Parks are not valid.
  • All laws, including State Park Rules and Regulations are enforceable.
  • Sub-renting, auctioning, assigning, or unauthorized transferring of cottage reservations, with or without profit, is prohibited by law and will be strictly enforced.
  • Violation of any of the above rules and regulations may result in forfeiture of payment and ejection from the premises.

    • Getting There:

    Crystal Cove Beach Cottages
    35 Crystal Cove
    Laguna Beach CA 92651

    Crystal Cove Beach Cottages are located on the ocean side of Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach, California. When driving southbound on Pacific Coast Highway from Corona del Mar and points north, the entrance to the Historic District of Crystal Cove State Park is located at the Los Trancos cross-street, which is the first traffic light south of Newport Coast Drive. Turn right at Los Trancos to enter the park.

    If driving northbound on Pacific Coast Highway from Laguna Beach and points south, Los Trancos is the first traffic light after Crystal Heights Drive. Turn left at Los Trancos to enter the park. Proceed to the guard station for directions to the registration office. For those who would like to use an internet map service, search for Crystal Cove in Newport Coast, CA 92657.

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