// founding memberthe ranch at laguna beach
hotels & resorts • california, united states of america// in practicefounding member of beyond greencalifornia green business certifiedwinner of visit california’s 2026 poppy award for sustainability and stewardship initiativesrecognised by smart meetings as a “best eco hotel” in 2024 and 2025geo certified golf course, recognised for environmental and resource management practiceslongstanding habitat restoration and land stewardship efforts across the aliso canyon landscape
half-acre organic farm supplying ingredients directly into the resort’s culinary programme“bottles to bunkers” initiative transforming recycled glass into sand for golf course bunkerswater conservation initiatives including reclaimed water irrigation saving millions of gallons annuallymicroplastic filtration systems and composting programmes integrated operationally across the resort
// well suited forleadership retreatswellness-focused incentivesexecutive off-sitescreative strategy gatheringssmaller-scale luxury incentivesactive and outdoor-led programmeswest coast pre- and post-event extensions
overview
set within aliso and wood canyons just minutes from the pacific, the ranch at laguna beach offers a more grounded and landscape-led version of southern california luxury.
the 97-room property sits across 87 acres of canyon landscape, with low-rise buildings, outdoor gathering spaces and direct access to hiking trails creating a strong connection to the surrounding environment. despite its proximity to laguna beach, the atmosphere feels notably calm and removed from the pace of orange county’s larger coastal resorts.
design throughout the ranch leans understated and natural, with timber, stone and neutral tones shaping spaces that feel relaxed rather than overly polished. outdoor terraces, firepits and open-air settings naturally support more informal conversation and gathering.
for corporate groups, the ranch is particularly well suited to executive retreats, leadership gatherings and wellness-led incentives seeking a more intimate california experience. buyers can expect smaller-scale meeting spaces, strong outdoor integration, wellness programming, coastal activities and easy access from orange county, while still feeling distinctly connected to nature and place.
what this could look like
private sunset dinners overlooking laguna’s coastline and canyons
morning hikes departing directly from the property into aliso and wood canyons
garden-led dining experiences using ingredients grown on-site
outdoor strategy sessions, wellness programming and fireside gatherings beneath the canyon landscape
surfing, paddleboarding and ocean experiences within minutes of the resort
small-scale meeting spaces opening directly onto outdoor terraces and natural surroundings
helicopter arrivals and coastal drives connecting laguna beach with los angeles and southern california wine regions
creative programming tied to laguna beach’s long-standing arts community and gallery scene
spa and wellness experiences centred around recovery, movement and outdoor living
easy access from orange county while maintaining a distinctly secluded atmosphere
