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A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tall palm trees and a high-rise building.
A modern indoor space with a sofa, ottomans, and chairs arranged around a central table. Large windows provide views of lush greenery outside.
A bar area with a bar counter, seating, and a staircase leading up to it.
A modern bar area with a circular bar counter, surrounded by orange chairs and a round table.

1. Pendry Newport Beach

Pendry Newport Beach
Newport Center
United States
Alexander
$415 nightly
$455 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Pendry Newport Beach
A resort with a central pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
An outdoor dining area with a central fire feature, surrounded by tables and chairs, and umbrellas providing shade.
A landscaped courtyard with palm trees, cacti, and a pathway leading to a building with balconies.
A restaurant with tables and chairs arranged for dining, large windows offering a view of the beach, and a ceiling with a unique light fixture.

2. Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach

Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
Monarch Beach
United States
Ryan
$936 nightly
$1,045 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach
A beachfront restaurant with tables and chairs, large windows with wooden frames, and a view of the ocean.
A dining table with seafood dishes, a glass of wine, and a view of the ocean through large wooden doors.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a canopy structure.
A beach view from a balcony with umbrellas, a sofa, and a chair.

3. Surf & Sand Laguna Beach

Surf & Sand Laguna Beach
Pearl District
United States
Zhen Yu
$939 nightly
$1,072 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Surf & Sand Laguna Beach
A coastal town with beachfront properties, a beach, and a mountain backdrop.
An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beachfront, and a pool area.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a clear sky.
A spacious interior with a high ceiling, large windows offering a view of the sea, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

4. Montage Laguna Beach

Montage Laguna Beach
South Laguna
Canada
Andrew
$1,175 nightly
$1,342 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Montage Laguna Beach
A resort with a swimming pool, golf course, and ocean view.
A restaurant with a long table, chairs, hanging baskets, and a view of the ocean.
A restaurant with round tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging plants.
A wedding ceremony in a gazebo with a clear aisle and guests seated on either side.

5. The Resort at Pelican Hill

The Resort at Pelican Hill
Newport Coast
United States
Osman Meydinov
$1,219 nightly
$1,338 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
The Resort at Pelican Hill
A patio with two chairs, a fire feature, and a view of a hillside with houses and palm trees.
A coastal hotel with a beachfront view, featuring a large building with a red-tiled roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A coastal view from a balcony with a curved balustrade overlooking a sandy beach and ocean.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a checkered floor.

6. The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
Monarch Beach
Canada
Minoo Poorghorbanlasheh
$908 nightly
$1,015 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
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$137 nightly
$151 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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$244 total
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
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$149 nightly
$166 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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Nestled against the Santa Ana Mountains, this planned community offers serene hiking trails around O'Neill Regional Park and Trabuco Canyon. Families gather at the lakeside beach club while mountain bikers tackle the Patriot Trail for spectacular views of Saddleback Mountain.

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A residential area with a large body of water, surrounded by houses and palm trees, with mountains in the background.

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What are the best 5-star hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Treat yourself to a stay at Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club. This is one of the most highly rated 5-star hotels in Rancho Santa Margarita according to Expedia guest reviews. From its location to its amenities and services, you can count on impeccable quality from the moment you arrive.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Rancho Santa Margarita?
Impeccable guest service is the defining feature of every 5-star hotel in Rancho Santa Margarita. From the instant you arrive, staff cater to your every whim, whether recommending activities or providing in-room massage treatments. On top of that, hotels have to offer upscale amenities to qualify for a 5-star rating. These can include luxury bathrobes, saunas or spas, swimming pools, gastronomic kitchens and knowledgeable concierge.

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