Rooftop Ocean Views + Pool + Hot Tub | Walk to Beach + Galleries | The Mara

Tucked just above the shoreline in Laguna Beach’s Pearl District, The Mara brings boutique-hotel ease to one of Southern California’s most loved coastal towns. This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom king room offers a polished place to land between beach walks, rooftop sunsets, poolside lounging, and days spent exploring nearby coves, galleries, cafés, and oceanfront dining.

We’re excited to share a first look at The Mara! All images shown are artistic renderings as we prepare for our official photo release. While layouts, furnishings, and finishes may vary slightly, every unit will include the features and amenities described. Stay tuned—real photography is coming soon.

Inside, the unit is designed for easy coastal downtime, with a king bedroom, calming modern finishes, and a full bathroom with a sleek walk-in shower. Rendered images showcase the intended design direction, including warm neutral tones, relaxed textures, and clean contemporary details. Select furnishings, finishes, and layouts may vary.

Days at The Mara can be as laid-back or adventure-filled as you want. Start with coffee near the water, walk to nearby beach access, explore Crescent Bay, Woods Cove, or downtown Laguna, then return for a swim, hot tub soak, or golden-hour views from the rooftop terrace.

The hotel’s shared spaces add to the experience, with an outdoor pool, hot tub, rooftop lounge areas, complimentary coffee and tea in the lobby, a self-serve amenity station, and beach equipment available for guest use. It’s an easy setup for couples, solo travelers, or anyone looking for a polished Laguna stay with resort-style perks.

From coastal walks and gallery hopping to dinner at local favorites like Mozambique or Splashes, The Mara puts the best of Laguna within easy reach. Heisler Park, Crystal Cove State Park, Dana Point Harbor, and Pelican Hill Golf Course are also a short drive away, giving you even more ways to enjoy the coast.

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we're at your service!

The Mara sits in the Pearl District - one of Laguna Beach's most walkable and residential coastal neighborhoods. It's south of the main downtown core, which gives guests a quieter base while still being within a short walk or trolley ride of everything.

Local Attractions: Agate Street Beach, Woods Cove Beach, Main Beach, Heisler Park, Alta Laguna Park, Mozambique Restaurant, The Anchor Line Bar, Splashes Restaurant, Laguna Art Museum, Festival of Arts, Sawdust Art Festival Grounds, Laguna Beach Paddleboarding, Dana Point Harbor, Fashion Island, Irvine Spectrum Center

Home Truths:
- This home accepts dogs only and for a fee. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval, there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Age requirement: 21 years old

Parking Details:
- Underground garage parking is available on-site for a nightly fee. Guests should note the garage has a tighter entry profile - not ideal for oversized vehicles over 6'6". Street parking is also available nearby at no cost, though availability varies seasonally.

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All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit to be charged after booking.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.