Still, it's a thrill for jazz fans to see the floor where many of the great dance bands became famous. The ride takes about three minutes. You can stay in a deluxe hotel, a mile inland at Fashion Island, or in the business park close to John Wayne Airport. Or, you can head for the shoreline, particularly to Balboa Peninsula, for a beachside inn. There are ten superbly appointed rooms with sunken bathtubs and four-poster beds, filled with ferns and lit by skylights.
Continental breakfast is served.
Its restaurant has the perfect atmosphere for a romantic dinner. There are 30 rooms and suites, and a free boat cruise is provided to guests. Free bicycles are also available. The beach is two-minute's walk from the motel.