The Seabird Resort & Spa, part of Destination by Hyatt

The Seabird Resort & Spa, part of Destination by Hyatt is a boutique hotel that sits on a prime spot across the street from Oceanside’s main beach and the longest wooden pier on the West Coast. Opened in 2021, the hotel activated this water-facing downtown block, which, in recent years, has grown into a buzzy Southern California beach destination. The hotel celebrates its locale with chic coastal décor and a design that takes full advantage of its oceanfront setting. Guests are welcomed into a bright, breezy lobby that leads to indoor and outdoor lounges with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean, and open doors invite in the scent of salt air and the steady sound of the waves. It’s not unusual to see guests donning wetsuits and carrying surfboards as they make their way through the lobby after a day on the ocean. The Seabird has 226 rooms across six floors, ranging in size from 376 to 1,241 square feet, with many of the units offering ocean views. The luxury here is understated, with thoughtful touches throughout the property.