Fodor's Expert Review The Sanctuary Beach Resort
3295 Dunes Dr., Seaside, California, 93933, USA
Walk to the sand from spacious, luxurious bungalows furnished in contemporary, ocean-theme style at this 19-acre, wellness-centered resort next to Marina Dunes Preserve and a secluded stretch of Marina State Beach. Each room has a private patio or deck, a fireplace, binoculars for spotting whales and other wildlife, and at least a partial ocean view; some have living rooms with sleeper sofas and panoramic ocean views. It’s about 10 miles north of Monterey, but the on-site Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette restaurant, where meals center on fresh local fare, and the many activities—from nightly bonfires and wine-and-cheese tastings to weekend beach yoga sessions—make it easy to just hang out and enjoy the resort.
PROS
- easy access to hiking and biking trails
- heated pool, on-site spa services
- each bungalow has two rooms that can combine for families and groups
CONS
- not in the heart of town
- parking lot relatively far from rooms
- area weather is often cooler than other parts of the bay
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