Coastline Laguna Beach is an assisted living community in Laguna Beach, CA.
Information last verified:
1283 Starlit Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
Residents consistently highlight oceanfront views and easy access to the beach.
A large share of reviewers focus on the ocean views and how close it feels to the water. Some call out the sound of the ocean and the convenience of nearby dining and shops, including spots across the street. A few also mention local getting-around details in the area, like a trolley stopping near the property.
Many residents describe the place as clean, matching the community’s housekeeping support.
Cleanliness is a recurring point: several reviewers say the rooms are kept very clean, while others mention odors, unclean carpets, or items that appear poorly maintained. One review even calls out the bathroom cleaning level as part of what made the stay work for them. This aligns with the community offering housekeeping services.
Multiple reviewers mention small rooms and especially tight bathrooms.
Several residents describe limited space, including bathrooms they call tiny and difficult to use comfortably. Others say the room itself felt small or hard to move around in. In at least one case, the tradeoff is that the views helped make the tight layout feel more acceptable.
Reviews repeatedly mention an older, dated feel along with maintenance or comfort issues.
Some reviewers acknowledge the property is dated, with comments about things like rust, peeling paint, and a general need for upkeep. Others link that condition to comfort problems such as lack of AC and, in one review, hot water. A few reviewers still say the ocean views offset those concerns, but the age/condition theme comes up often.
Residents report inconsistent responses when they asked for help during their stay.
Some reviewers describe reaching out to the host or property without getting a helpful response. One review says a simple maintenance request was refused, while another describes difficulty contacting anyone responsible and not receiving help or compensation. At least one other reviewer mentions friendliness, but the overall theme is that responsiveness can be uneven.
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6 resident community capacity
Assisted Living
Cable or satellite TV
Dining room
Fully furnished
Garden
Housekeeping services
Move-in coordination
Outdoor space
Telephone
Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available
John Wayne Orange Co (11 miles away)
24-hour supervision
Activities of daily living assistance
Assistance with bathing
Assistance with dressing
Assistance with transfers Coordination with health care providers
Diabetes diet
Meal preparation and service
Medication management
Special dietary restrictions
Transportation arrangement (medical)
Transportation to doctors appointments Diabetes diet Special dietary restrictions Community-sponsored activities Scheduled daily activitiesCoastline Laguna Beach is located at 1283 Starlit Drive, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 in Orange County, California
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