Gurney's Inn Resort & Spa

With an idyllic setting on a bluff over a gorgeous stretch of private ocean beach, the friendly and unpretentious Gurney's sprawls across several building and has a great European-style spa. Only some of the buildings are right on the ocean, and the range of rates reflects your view. Although the nautical theme and cruise-ship vibe of the place scream 1970s, most of the recently renovated rooms are spacious and modern inside. The marble-and-glass interiors may not be overly charming, but a beige-and-green color scheme gives them some warmth, and they are comfortable and generally get plenty of light. Head to the full-service spa if you have a vision of getting a massage on the beach; this is the place to make it a reality.

Facilities:
3 restaurants; lounge; children's programs in summer; concierge; big exercise room overlooking ocean; heated indoor seawater pool; limited room service; spa

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