Crescent Bay Beach, United States

Condé Nast TravelerJan 26

It's impossible to do an entirely comprehensive list, but here's a good place to start along the shores of the Golden State.

Picturesque beach perfect for laying on sand

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CarmelNeighborhoodArea with luxurious white sands
El Matador BeachSightHidden gem with rock formations and sea caves
The Surfrider MalibuHotelIconically beachy place to stay
Calamigos Ranch Resort & SpaHotelLuxurious stay in the nearby mountains
Pfeiffer BeachSightStandout beach known for purple sand and Keyhole Arch
Fernwood ResortMotelCozy rustic vibe place to stay
Post Ranch InnHotelUltimate romantic luxury stay
McWay FallsSightTidefall in Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State ParkNature reservePark where McWay Falls is located
Big Sur LodgeHotelComfy cottages and cabins
Crescent Bay BeachSightPicturesque beach perfect for laying on sand
Alila VentanaHotelCelebrity-fave luxury stay
Capri LagunaHotelSpot right on the beach
Casa Loma Beach HotelMotelStylish beachy vibe
La Jolla CoveSightAnimal lover's paradise with seals and sea lions
Hotel La JollaHotelStylish retreat
La Valencia HotelHotelOld-world vibes with ocean views
Muscle BeachSightMuscle Beach Venice is the contemporary title of the outdoor weightlifting platform constructed in Venice,…
The Georgian HotelHotelArt deco vibe
Shutters on the BeachHotelNancy Meyers energy

Crescent Bay Beach