What’s included at The Ranch at Laguna Beach — and what costs extra
The Ranch at Laguna Beach includes a heated saline pool and hot tub, daily guided farm tours, shuttle service to Aliso Beach (with chairs/umbrellas/towels), complimentary high-speed Wi‑Fi, in‑room coffee/tea, live music, priority golf tee times, and access to on‑site activities. Some services cost extra — most notably the nightly resort fee (covers many of the items above), overnight parking ($35/night), spa treatments, food and drink at restaurants/bars, and event or golf course rental fees.
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What the nightly resort fee covers
The property charges a nightly resort fee that includes a set of recurring amenities for overnight guests. The fee covers daily guided Farm Tours (11:00am), heated pool and hot tub access, the bocce court, priority golf tee times, beach shuttle service to/from Aliso Beach (with chairs/umbrellas/towels), property Wi‑Fi, in‑room coffee and tea, and live music seven days a week at The Porch.
The published resort fee amount and exact inclusions can change; consult the front desk or confirmation documents for the current rate and line-item details.
- Daily guided Farm Tours (11:00am)
- Heated saline pool and outdoor hot tub access
- Bocce court and priority golf tee times
- Shuttle to/from Aliso Beach with chairs/umbrellas/towels
- Complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi and in‑room coffee/tea
- Live music daily at The Porch (4–8pm)
| Included Service | Notes |
|---|---|
| Pool & hot tub | Open daily for guests; towel service provided |
| Beach shuttle | Runs to Aliso Beach; includes beach chairs/umbrellas/towels |
| Guided farm tours | Daily at 11:00am (included) |
Rooms and what’s included (and not)
The Ranch at Laguna Beach has 97 cottage-style rooms and suites across four room types: Standard Room (Canyon), Junior Studio Suite, with Sofa bed (Creekside), Luxury Suite, with Sofa bed (Creekside), and Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Cottage). Basic room amenities include complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi and in‑room coffee/tea; suites feature Nespresso machines.
Housekeeping, in‑room coffee/tea, and standard toiletries are included with the stay. Mini‑bar items, room service (where offered), and specialty amenity requests may incur additional charges — check with the front desk.
- Standard Room (Canyon): 1 King Bed
- Junior Studio Suite, with Sofa bed (Creekside): 1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed
- Luxury Suite, with Sofa bed (Creekside): 1 King Bed + 1 Double Sofa Bed
- Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Cottage): 1 King Bed + 1 Queen Bed
| Room Type | Bed(s) |
|---|---|
| Standard Room (Canyon) | 1 King Bed |
| Junior Studio Suite, with Sofa bed (Creekside) | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Luxury Suite, with Sofa bed (Creekside) | 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed |
| Superior Suite, Multiple Beds (Cottage) | 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed |
Dining: what’s included and what you’ll pay for
The Ranch is not an all‑inclusive property — meals and alcoholic beverages are charged separately. On‑site dining options include Harvest (all‑day, farm‑to‑table California cuisine), The Porch (café and lounge with live music and firepits), Palapa Pool Bar (poolside cocktails and light bites, seasonal and for hotel guests), and Lost Pier Café at Aliso Beach.
Meal plans are not included with room rates. Harvest serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and accepts reservations; Palapa Pool Bar operates seasonally and has set hours. Expect separate charges for restaurant meals, drinks, private dining and any banquet or event catering.
- Harvest: breakfast, lunch, dinner (separate charges)
- The Porch: café, pastries, coffee, cocktails (separate charges)
- Palapa Pool Bar: poolside food and cocktails; seasonal hours
- Lost Pier Café (Aliso Beach): beach café with separate menu and fees
| Venue | Typical charge type |
|---|---|
| Harvest | À la carte meals, cocktails, private dining fees |
| The Porch | Coffee, pastries, drinks (à la carte) |
| Palapa Pool Bar | Poolside food and beverages (seasonal) |
Spa, fitness and wellness — pay items and included access
House of Hudson Spa (on‑site) offers massages, facials, body treatments, signature experiences (for example, the Revitalize Experience and Calming Canyon Massage), a co‑ed infrared sauna and a Recovery Cabana option. Spa treatments and retail purchases are extra; the spa retail area sells skincare and sunscreen during listed hours.
A 24‑hour fitness center is available to guests; general access to fitness facilities is included with your stay. Additional wellness classes and private treatments are charged separately and require booking through the spa or concierge.
- Spa treatments (massages, facials, body treatments): additional fee
- House of Hudson Spa hours vary by day (check spa hours before booking)
- 24‑hour fitness center: guest access included
- Infrared sauna, Recovery Cabana and specialty experiences: paid services
| Wellness Amenity | Included or Extra |
|---|---|
| Fitness center (24‑hour) | Included with stay |
| Spa treatments & signature experiences | Extra; reserve with spa |
| Co‑ed infrared sauna/Recovery Cabana | Spa‑booked paid options |
On‑site activities that are included — and what may cost more
Included with the stay (and/or resort fee) are daily guided farm tours, access to the heated saline pool and hot tub, the bocce court, and priority golf tee times on the resort’s 9‑hole Ben Brown’s Golf Course. The property also runs a shuttle to Aliso Beach that provides beach chairs, umbrellas and towels.
Activities such as private golf course rentals, lessons, tee time green fees (beyond priority booking), special event rentals on fairways or lawns, and off‑site excursions (whale watching, kayak or snorkeling tours) are likely to carry additional charges. Ask the concierge for pricing and reservations.
- Included: farm tour, pool/hot tub access, bocce, beach shuttle, priority tee times
- Likely extra: golf course rental/green fees, private lessons, event/venue rentals
- Off‑site excursions (whale watching, boat tours, guided hikes): arranged and charged separately
| Activity | Included? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Farm tour (daily) | Yes | Daily at 11:00am (included) |
| Priority golf tee times | Yes (priority) | Actual green fees or rentals may cost extra |
| Pool & hot tub | Yes | Open daily for guests; towel service provided |
| Bocce court | Yes | Included |
Practical extras, fees and hotel policies to expect
Overnight parking for guests is available for $35 per night; both valet and self‑parking options exist. Valet parking is complimentary for guests who are dining, golfing, or visiting the spa. The property provides complimentary EV chargers (including Tesla chargers) for resort guests.
Taxes and assessments apply in addition to room rate and resort fee: the City of Laguna Beach Transient Occupancy Tax and applicable state/local taxes and assessments. The Ranch does not allow pets or emotional support animals; only ADA‑defined service animals are permitted. Check‑in begins at 4:00 PM and check‑out is 12:00 PM; a registered guest must be 21+ to check in and assume reservation liability.
- Overnight parking: $35 per night (valet and self‑parking available)
- Valet free for restaurant, golf, or spa visitors
- City Transient Occupancy Tax and state/local taxes/assessments apply
- Pet policy: no pets or emotional support animals; ADA service animals allowed
- Check‑in: 4:00 PM; Check‑out: 12:00 PM; adult 21+ required to check in
| Item | Cost / Policy |
|---|---|
| Overnight parking | $35 per night |
| Valet for dining/golf/spa visitors | Complimentary |
| Check‑in / Check‑out | 4:00 PM / 12:00 PM (early/late may be accommodated) |
