Laguna Niguel vacation rentals

Sun, sand, and surf in Laguna Niguel

Spilling down the sides of the San Joaquin Hills to meet the frothing Pacific Ocean at Dana Point and 1000 Steps Beach, Laguna Niguel is a pretty, well-to-do suburban pocket of Orange County. It's packed with all sorts of Laguna Niguel vacation rentals, ranging from chic pads with sweeping views of the sea swells, to elegant family villas with creative interior design touches. Whichever you choose, you can look forward to a vacation in the middle of some of South California's best surfing spots and state beaches, not to mention close to all the delights of big city Los Angeles.

Sightseeing in and around Laguna Niguel

Are you searching for attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Laguna Niguel a fun spot to vacation. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:

• Monarch Beach Golf Links (2.8 mi / 4.5 km)
• Sawdust Art Festival Grounds (4.5 mi / 7.3 km)
• Marguerite Aquatic Complex (7.2 mi / 11.6 km)
• Talega Golf Club (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)
• Coto de Caza Golf and Racquet Club (8.8 mi / 14.2 km)
• Pelican Hill Golf Course (9.6 mi / 15.4 km)

Unwind, adventure, and get Zen in Laguna Niguel

Laguna Niguel's well-to-do locals have created a space where it's possible to feel the pulse of South Cali life, adventure in the San Joaquin Hills, and relax and unwind, all in the same week. There are chic spas here with massage beds and yoga classes. There are meditation schools that align the chakras on the clifftops. There are surf instructors just waiting to conquer the Orange County waves. And there are hiking trails by the bucket load, all wiggling and weaving across the valley and into the rugged mountains.

Lovely weather in Laguna Niguel

Temperature highs that range from around 65 to 85 throughout the year mean that Laguna Niguel is warm most months. Add in oodles of sunny days, and those soothing sea breezes that roll off the Pacific, and it's easy to see how this one's a real year-round destination. You can look to book your Laguna Niguel vacation rentals in the "winter", between December and March, to get the beaches to yourself. Or, you can come in the sultry summer, between May and September, for the hottest days and the bustling beach life.

Beaches and high hills surround Laguna Niguel

Laguna Niguel is draped over a series of low hills just above the Pacific Ocean coast of Orange County. On the one side, the wild waves of 1000 Steps Beach and the long, golden Doheny State Beach fringe the edge of California. On the other, it's the cloud-gathering peaks of the San Joaquin Hills that dominate. The variation in terrain means you can share that vacation time between surfing and spotting whales along the shores, and hiking through dusty canyons to gushing waterfalls on high.

Transportation to and around Laguna Niguel

The nearest airport is in John Wayne Airport (SNA), located 14 mi (22.5 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB), which is 32.4 mi (52.1 km) away.

If you prefer train travel, you can make your way to Laguna Niguel Station.