We went here on a family vacation with 3 children, ages 9, 13 and 17. The hotel was beautiful wi th many beautiful courtyards. We all loved the pool. It was not difficult to get lounge chairs. My youngest loved that the hotel provided noodles, kick boards and beach balls for the pool. She also loved the movie night in the pool. My kids loved the firepits and smores at night. It was really great to have the bridge to the beach. The housekeeping did a very nice job even lining up our shoes, snacks and toiletries! We ate twice at Pete's grill but have to say the concensus was the food wasn't very good and it was pricey. The only complaints we had was the $25 a day valet fee plus tipping every time you retrieve your car and that the outside windows on the hotel (the ones in the hallway that face the streets) were absolutely filthy and full of spiderwebs. Also, unlike the photos on the website you really cannot see the mountains. The photos make you think they are right behind the hotel. They are very far away and the haze makes it so that you cannot even see them. We would definitely stay again. Biggest bargain was the pizza for $2 a slice. We got that carryout to eat by the pool instead of the very expensive food they sell at the pool.

The resort was beautiful. Everyone was very friendly. They appear to cater to each member of the family. They have day camps for kids. The meal choices for them was good and the price was just right. The fitness center was equipped very nicely. It is attached to the spa, which you may use. The spa facilities were relaxing. We will definitely be making this our new place to stay while in Southern Calif. Oh! the kids loved the Smores they got to make by the pool.

Great place to get away with the family for a few days. Superb location along the beach and reasonable walking distance to the beach community. Be prepared for the expenses of a resort, including "$* daily valet and meal/drinks. However, worth it for the convenience. Also, don't be shocked by oil refinery a mile down the coast--won't even notice it. Highly recommend.

this place is awseome i so want to come back!!!!!!

Although we live locally here in CA, we love to relax and get away at the HB Hyatt. Sunday brunch is awesome! Pete's is great for all. Summer movie nights are fun for the kids along with roasting smores in the fire--you can bring your own smores stuff with you:) I've read a couple comments about things being pricey---yes, it's CA and it's a Hyatt!!!