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Shorebreak Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel

4.0 of 5
500 Pacific Coast Highway, 5th & PCH, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
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Shorebreak Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
4.5 of 5 stars 282 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Ocean views(12)
  • Great location(10)
  • Friendly and helpful(7)
  • Really nice(6)
  • Fire pits(6)
  • Happy Hour(5)
  • Pacific Coast Highway(5)
  • Main street(4)
  • Flat screen TV(3)
  • Not sure(3)
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manchester
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We chose this hotel beacuse of all the great reviews, so had high expectations. I would say the hotel is "good" but not great - pleasant outside seating area and nice guest rooms which are separated so that you have a sleeping area and a small lounge. Really lovely bathroom. Nice touch to have free wine tastings from 5 to... More

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Suburban Detroit
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

We booked this hotel on a visit to our son who lives in nearby Costa Mesa. Our experience at the Shorebreak was wonderful. We were there in January but we were lucky in that the weather was incredibly warm and beautiful while we were there. The beaches were active with surfers and volleyball players. The Shorbreak is a short walk... More

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Bennington, Vermont
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I really loved this hotel. It has its own unique character, very classy, clean, airy - from the moment you arrive, you know that this is not a chain hotel. Its ambience is enhanced because it fits in perfectly with the surf meme of Huntington Beach and surrounds. It is right on Pacific Coast Highway, with a view of the... More

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Gilbert, Arizona
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
3
people found this review helpful

I grew up and lived in Huntington Beach for 28 years. It is my home. Ever since I heard about the Shorebreak, I really wanted to stay there, on a vist back home. Especially when I learned of there wonderful pet policy. We have two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels and knew they would love to see the beach. So my... More

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Los Altos, California
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I just hosted a business meeting for 55 attendees from all over the world at the Shorebreak. It was a phenomenal success. The hotel staff perfectly managed every detail. It was a tremendous relief to me that from the planning phase throughout our experience over the course of a week that the Shorebreak team was there smiling, happy to meet... More

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Vancouver, Canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We loved this hotel! From the minute we booked it online we couldn't wait to visit. Our expectations were far exceeded. The staff went above and beyond for us- I actually told my husband I felt like a celebrity while staying there because the hospitality was so great. They have wine tasting everyday and it was a great excuse to... More

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Paul J Frechette, Manager at Shorebreak Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
29 April 2012

Dear RheVancouver_Canada, Seems like you were able to atke advantage of quite a few things here at the hotel during your stay. Waterfront room, fire pits and wine hour!! Thank you so much for the wonderful compliments regarding the hotel and our staff. We love great reviews and share all of them with the staff, but they get even more... More

Alameda, California
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We stayed 2 nights while visiting friends in HB. From the moment you walk through the lobby you notice how modern and beautifully decorated the hotel is. Beautiful beach and surf photography, Hawaiian inspired modern decor, a surf inspired movie playing on the wall from a hidden projector, you totally get the beach experience. Service at check in was friendly... More

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Paul J Frechette, Manager at Shorebreak Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Dear LoveHawaii49, Just wanted to express our gratitude for posting about your experience here at Shorebreak. It is always nice to hear from our guests and how things went during their stay. On behalf of the staff and Joie De Vivre Hospitality, thank you so much for staying with us and hope fully we will see you at another one... More

omaha
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I have only positive things to say about this great hotel and staff. We've stayed at the Shorebreak twice and have had great experiences both times. The rooms are spotless, the grounds are cared for very well, and the service is excellent. On our recent trip in April '12, our return flights through Dallas were cancelled because of weather. The... More

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Paul J Frechette, Manager at Shorebreak Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Dear vacationguyOmaha, Wow, what an excursion with your flight issues! I am glad the staff here was able to help you out. It is our #1 goal to not only make all of our guests happy, but to exceed their expectations everytime they stay with us. That is no easy task, but we take it personal when a guest just... More

Florida
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
42 helpful votes 42 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012
2
people found this review helpful

I stayed here for 2 nights while traveling for business. The hotel has a funky surfer vibe from the thick marine ropes displayed on the wall at the reception counter, to the photographs of surfers throughout the hotel. The rooms include fun extras like a large beanbag chair. I enjoyed the shower with the 2 large shower heads, and the... More

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Paul J Frechette, Manager at Shorebreak Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Dear Paris 718, Thank you for posting a review of your experience here at Shorebreak. It looks as though you had 2 issues during your stay, the plumbing noise and the motorcycle club out in front of the hotel. Obviously we really cannot do a lot regarding motorcycles out in front of the hotel, but we have notified the "Strand"... More

Houston, Texas, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

I used to live in Huntington 10 years ago, and was excited to get back to see some old friends. I heard so many good things about Shorebreak, but let me tell you, the hotel and entire staff far exceeded my very high expectations!! From the warm welcome at check in, to the kind departure, everyone was so friendly and... More

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Paul J Frechette, Manager at Shorebreak Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, responded to this review
24 April 2012

Dear Troy K, It is not only special to get such an awesome review, but it is even better when you know the guest who posted the review. You and I spoke via email for a week or two regarding your stay and concerns prior to check in. It is just a pleasure to here that my efforts paid off.... More

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  • Shorebreak Boutique Hotel
Address: 500 Pacific Coast Highway, 5th & PCH, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Price range (per night):* 218 AUD - 443 AUD

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