Tustin Beach Vacations at The Key Inn in Orange County, California

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Orange County hotels in California offer some of the most luxurious resort offerings in the U.S. in places such as Dana Point with Ritz Carlton or St. Regis and Laguna Beach with Montage. These are the top ranked hotel, resort, spa and golf course accommodations in all the county. And they're all at or near the beach. Presidents, politicians and celebrities are among the honored guests at these casual, yet pampering properties. Yet us average folks who only splurge on such digs when we hit a windfall, get married, divorced or have a good business year, can live comfortably in Orange County hotels that offer beach views, spa treatments and budget rooms for $100 or less per night.

When visiting and staying in Orange County, it's unlikely you'll be served a basket of oranges in your hotel room. Why? The county was named for orange groves that onces filled the landscape of this Southern Califonria region. But as the housing boom moved into full swing, groves disappeared, replaced by houses and buildings. Now one of the most densely populated counties in California and the nation, Orange County has three million permanent residents and millions of visitors each year.

When booking a flight into cities such as Disneyland, you can opt for flights into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) where you'll find an "Airporter Bus" that goes to Disneyland,shuttles, taxis and rental cars, or you can fly into John Wayne / Orange County Airport in Santa Ana (SNA). There are other airports but these are the most popular and convenient for accessing Orange County. Orange County is south of Los Angeles and north of San Diego. It features 40+ miles of beaches, theme parks, concerts, museums, and activities and events to explore.