1316 S Coast Hwy | Owner/User Opportunity | Laguna Beach, CA
Fee Simple | Historic Art Deco Hotel With Endless Possibilities
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Note: The owner is divesting the asset, which has been operating as a rehab facility. The property was previously positioned as a hotel and is now a redevelopment opportunity. The seller also has a similar investment opportunity currently listed in Palm Desert, CA.
1316 S Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 presents a rare owner/user opportunity to acquire a historic Art Deco coastal landmark just one block from Cress Beach in the heart of Laguna Beach. Offered fee simple, this iconic property combines timeless character with exceptional flexibility for hospitality, boutique lodging, or a distinctive coastal redevelopment vision. The approximately 8,300± SF building features 11 spacious 2–3 bedroom suites across two levels, including nine upper-level units and two ground-level units, plus five offices, a large bonus/common area, full kitchen, outdoor patio, and an efficient interior corridor layout designed for privacy, circulation, and day-to-day operations. Positioned along highly coveted South Coast Highway, the property benefits from immediate walkability to beaches, restaurants, and Laguna Beach’s renowned arts and lifestyle amenities. Located within one of Southern California’s most supply-constrained coastal hospitality markets, this offering delivers a compelling blend of irreplaceable location, historic identity, and long-term upside. An exceptional chance to own a standout Laguna Beach asset with endless possibilities.
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OPERATIONAL & INFRASTRUCTURE FEATURES
- Corridor-style design provides guest privacy, security, and an institutional hospitality layout.
- Sanitary sewer service provided by the city, reducing infrastructure and maintenance risk.
- Well-organized building layout supports efficient circulation and day-to-day operations.
EXISTING UNIT MIX & LAYOUT
- Eleven 2–3-bedroom suites configured across two levels, with nine upper-level units and two ground-level units.
- Interior corridors, five offices, and a large bonus/common area supporting hospitality operations.
- Full kitchen and outdoor patio area suitable for guest use, group stays, or operational flexibility.
PRIME COASTAL LOCATION
- One block from Cress Beach, providing immediate access to a premier Laguna Beach shoreline.
- Walkable coastal location near beaches, dining, and lifestyle amenities along South Coast Highway.
- Situated within a highly supply-constrained coastal hospitality market.
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