, Andrew Kunesh Andrew Kunesh Senior Reporter, Cards & Loyalty Andrew Kunesh is TPG's Points & Miles editor. He has been active in the points and miles space since 2014, using them to travel far and wide around the world. He is originally from Chicago but moved to New York City after graduating from DePaul University. His work is featured on Credit Karma, UpgradedPoints, ValuePenguin and various other travel and finance publications. He currently holds Delta Diamond Medallion and Marriott Titanium status, and 20+ credit cards that each have a special place in Andrew's wallet. and Ellie Nan Storck Ellie Nan Storck Managing Editor, Hotels Ellie Nan Storck is the managing editor of hotel content at TPG and brings nearly a decade of experience in the travel editorial industry to the team. In this role, she writes and edits hotel roundups and reviews while managing ongoing hotel projects. June 18, 2026 • 12 min read The best coastal hotels to visit during your next seaside getaway Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Copy URL Email The cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information. The moment the audience saw Diane Keaton's dreamy house in the iconic film "Something's Gotta Give," a timeless aesthetic was born. The neutral tones, that light-and-airy kitchen and, of course, the enviable beachfront location made this space practically the third star of the film after Keaton and Jack Nicholson.
Flash-forward 20-plus years, and the coastal design dream — led by the film's director Nancy Meyers, who amassed a following for the luxe-meets-comfortable home vibes in her other movies like "The Parent Trap" and "The Holiday" — inspires the masses.
These days, millennials and Gen Zers are vying for the life of the coast without paying for a full home remodel. There are dozens of hotels around the country where abundant white linens, clean lines and midcentury modern furniture come standard, and the sound of the ocean lulls you to sleep every night.
We dug deep and found the best coastal hotels that give those Meyers-esque vibes. At these properties, you can live out your bougie seaside dreams — and maybe even gather design inspiration for your next home renovation.
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Regent Santa Monica marks the luxury brand's return to the U.S. — and trust us, it doesn't disappoint. The property is located just steps from the iconic Santa Monica Pier, so you have near-instant access to the beach and all that Santa Monica has to offer. There are 167 rooms on-site, and they're large — especially by Los Angeles standards. Even the most basic rooms clock in at 720 square feet, and are well-designed and outfitted with Nespresso machines, separate dining areas and beautiful views of Santa Monica Beach or the Malibu coastline.
The property has some great amenities, too. You'll find four food-and-drink concepts, two of which are run by James Beard award-winning chef Michael Mina. The flagship restaurant, Orla, serves Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine with ocean views and seasonal menus. There&#…