Your Guide to San Clemente
Here is a quick guide of how to get here, where to stay and where to eat
Getting here:
The most convenient airport to fly into is John Wayne (SNA). It is about 30 min from San Clemente and a very easy airport. An Uber would be about $20-$50 depending on time of day.
You can also fly into Los Angeles (LAX). With no traffic, its about an hour away. But… there is usually alway traffic. Uber is an option but it will be more in the $60-$100+ range. It may be better to rent a car
San Diego (SAN) is also an option and a little easier than LAX. It is also about an hour with no traffic and you are less likely to hit heavy traffic. Ubers will also be in the $60-$100 range so a rental might be the best call.
Where to stay:
San Clemente is beautiful, but small beach town. With that being said… there are pretty limited “nice” hotel options. But, there is a good range when including near by towns
In order of price range:
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Casablanca Inn
Clean hotel in a convenient location (located between BeachWashed HQ and downtown San Clemente) Walking distance to some restaurants, coffee shops and bars. No frills, comparable to a Best Western
Holiday Inn Express North Beach Area
Surprisingly nice for a Holiday Inn. Not much to walk to but still very easy to get into town and to BW HQ)
The Volare
Clean and nice. Comparable to a Holiday Inn. Great Location. Right downtown and walking distance to all Restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and bars
Nomads Hotel
Very small, funky, eclectic place. Made for surfers. Cool hostel vibe but with private rooms
Double Tree Suits Doheny Beach, Dana Point
Great place. Walking distance to the beach. Close to BW HQ
$$$
North Beach Villas
Brand new, clean little boutique hotel
Casa Tropicana
Very small boutique hotel in an amazing location right across the street from the pier
Sea Horse Resort
Old and a bit funky, but great location on the beach
$$$$
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa
Beautiful resort on a hill overlooking Dana Point Harbor. Great Spa. Easy drive to BW HQ
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort and Club
Beautiful and luxurious Resort. Possible celebrity sightings. 10 min drive from BW HQ
The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel
What you would expect in a Ritz Carlton. Amazing Cliff side location overlooking the ocean 10 min drive from BW HQ
About 20 min away from San Clemente and BeachWashed HQ is Laguna Beach. If you are coming for longer than just the class… here are some of our favorite places to stay:
Hotel Joaquin
The epitome of California Cool. We love it here. We will come stay, even though we live less than 20 min away.Small motel turned vibey hotel. With a great bar and restaurant that is only open to hotel guests
Montage Laguna Beach
Major splurge, but if you really wanna go for it… its beautiful
Where to eat:
Nick’s San Clemente
American comfort food has a modern flair at this festive spot with cocktails & an airy layout.
The Cellar
New American eatery & wine bar with microbrews on tap, outdoor dining & onsite cheese shop.
Vine
New American eatery & wine bar with microbrews on tap, outdoor dining & onsite cheese shop.
South of Nick’s
Compact, brightly colored destination for creative takes on classic Mexican fare.
Sonny’s Pizza and Pasta
Storied family-owned eatery with an old-world flair serving thin-crust pizza & other Italian dishes.
Avila’s El Ranchito
Family-owned local restaurant chain offering homestyle Mexican dishes & drinks in a casual setting.
San Clemente Sushi Co
Our favorite for rolls
9 Style Sushi
Great sushi in an intimate setting
Landers
Restaurant, Bar and Vintage shop. Great for upbeat, nightlife vibe
Active Culture
Great light and healthy spot. Our Lunch go-to
Antoine’s
The best breakfast in town
West Toast Cafe
On the sand beach shack with great smoothies, sandwiches, bowls and coffee
Coffee Shops:
Bear Coast
High Tide
SUR Coffee
Where to shop:
Melrose in the OC
Lo’s favorite local place to shop
Isabelle’s Cabinet
Hobie Surf Shop
If you have any question, don’t hesitate to email us at [email protected]
